When it comes to interior styling and design very few materials have made such innovations over the years as microcement. The ingenious material has grown in popularity in recent times to become a firm favourite among residential property owners and architects alike. Common applications for Microcement include: walls, floors, kitchens and bathrooms, utilising a new fresh modern look and feel for your property.
If you have a renovation project planned and are looking for something modern and stylish to improve the look of your interior surfaces, then Microcement may be the perfect solution for you. Whether you feel confident to undertake the work yourself or call on the expertise of Microcement installation companies such as Options 4 Surfaces, we are sure that this modern material will create that “wow factor” which so many home owners are looking for.
What is Microcement?
Microcement is a modern material used primarily for internal surfaces within your property, sometimes also referred to as microconcrete or microtopping; it comprises a thin layer of high performance cement based material. It is usually applied in thin layers of 2-3 millimeters on top of a substructure of MDF or other material, producing a sleek top layer finish. Microcement is incredibly strong, water resistant and durable.
Microcement is made from mineral pigments, fine aggregates and cement, these different pigments available mean that there are various different colour tones which can be used within your projects.
Microcement adheres to a wide range of surfaces: plasterboard, tiles, MDF, concrete and even wood, it can be installed on pre-existing surfaces provided they are prepared correctly.
Unlike more traditional concrete surfaces, microcement provides the same aethetic but without the bulk, for a lower price.
Benefits of Microcement
There are many benefits for homeowners choosing Microcement over other materials:
- Seamless / no joints: it creates a smooth, continuous finish without grout lines
- Highly durable: It is resistant to dints, scratches and cracks
- Water resistant: Perfect for use around sinks, taps, showers and baths
- Lightweight: Due to its thin layers it is very light
- Customisable: It is available in different colours and textures
- Low maintenance: It is easy to clean and maintain, simply use a cloth and water, no chemicals needed.
Applications of Microcement in the Home
1. Microcement Flooring
One of the more popular applications for Microcement is its use as a modern flooring material, delivering a fresh, sleek, modern look with a seamless finish. Perfect for high traffic areas where durability is key.
From bathrooms, kitchens, hallways and home offices, Microcement can deliver high quality finished, elegant and sleek, modernising the look of your home.
2. Microcement Bathrooms
Due to it’s water resistant properties, bathrooms are the perfect place to use microcement, perfect for showers, walk in wet rooms, bath surrounds and sinks. Its smooth jointless surfaces help resist the growth of mould and mildew.
Custom designs are made possible with the use of Microcement, bespoke baths, sinks and showers, available in a range of colours, you can achieve everything from minimalist luxury to rustic charm.
3. Microcement Kitchens
In the kitchen microcement can be a great choice, durable and hygienic. Perfect for use on floors and walls as well as kitchen work surfaces, built in sinks and draining boards. Kitchen island units finished with a Microcement top coat are becoming ever more popular, provided there is enough space in your kitchen. Microcement isn’t just for large kitchens but can be utilised to give those smaller kitchens a modern feel, tailored to your own taste.
4. Walls and Feature Surfaces
Walls and features of your property can also benefit from utilising Microcement, hard wearing and durable for floors where high traffic footfall is present, as well as creating a perfect contrast as a feature wall.
Whether used in a living room, bedroom, or home office, microcement feature walls add sophistication and a touch of industrial chic.
5. Staircases
Microcement is great for creating flowing staircases, creating continuous lines, seamless designs and modern chic look and feel to your stairs. Due to its hardwearing properties it will remain looking fresh for many years.
Why Microcement is Worth Considering
Choosing materials for your home means balancing style, functionality, and longevity. Microcement checks all three boxes. It is:
- Timeless: Its minimalist aesthetic won’t go out of style.
- Practical: Microcement is perfect for existing properties looking to modernise or new builds.
- Durable: Highly water resistant, mold resistant and hard wearing.
Whether you want to create a modern loft-style living room, a spa-inspired bathroom, or a durable outdoor entertaining space, microcement offers endless possibilities.
Final Thoughts
Microcement has many applications within interior design, it brings a clean modern look to properties, perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, walls and floors it is quickly becoming a popular choice for homeowners seeking that modern feel, architects love it as well.
If you’re considering Microcement, it is important that it is installed correctly, seeking the advice of a specialist in Microcement is key to achieving that professional finish.