Concrete Floors
Concrete is a very versatile material. It’s used in the construction of driveways, patios, stairs, support structures, and more – but one of concrete's classic uses is as flooring! Concrete floors look excellent and can withstand all sorts of physical pressures that are constantly impacting our feet (and other body parts) when we walk around at home or work. A lot to choose from? You betcha - just pay us a visit for an expert consultation with professionals who know everything there is about installing and maintaining those classic-looking concrete floors and foundation you're after.
Concrete floors are a great, versatile alternative to all sorts of different flooring. It can be stained in many colors and resurfaced with various finishes or polished for that perfect sheen. It's durable, lasts forever, and is very easy to clean!
Different Concrete Floor Applications
Whatever your concrete flooring needs are, we got you covered. In fact, we do different concrete floor applications depending on what suits your concrete surface. You can choose from a basic design to a more creative, edgy, or classy one. Here's what flooring options we offer to date:
Stained Concrete Floors
There are many ways to enhance a concrete floor. The most popular type of flooring enhancement is staining, which can work well on both new cement and old concrete floors. Because stains are absorbed into concrete floors and won't come off, they provide long-lasting color that is resistant to fading or peeling.
Staining your concrete is a great way to make the floor you already have reflect your house's style and budget. You can go subtle, bold, modern, or traditional; no matter what you want to add in, this will perfect fit!
Painted Concrete Floors
You can achieve opaque or semi-translucent colors on concrete through the topical application of commercially available products. These products, while sometimes called paints, are water-based acrylic stains formulated specifically for concrete.
If you want a more custom look, professional concrete contractors recommend using epoxy flooring or stained flooring. While you could paint the concrete with flat wall paint, the texture of these surfaces often traps moisture and peels when applying drywall or other paints that trap this moisture beneath the surface.
Epoxy is preferred because it breathes on its own so there is a significantly reduced risk of cracking or peeling from high humidity environments like those found inside homes in warmer climates. Although there are many options for true concrete dye color including oxide finishes that stop near-infrared light and show up brighter under black lights than natural stone finishes, typically you should use stains to avoid issues with uneven pigmentation often associated with sealers or coatings applied over an uneven base.'
Polished Concrete Floors
Polished concrete is the perfect floor material. With the right equipment and experience, contractors can grind new or old surfaces to a shiny finish. Factor in its durability and better look than other materials, and it's no surprise that more people are considering these floors for shopping malls, warehouses, offices, and even homes.
Wax applied to the surface of freshly polished concrete protects it, helps make your flooring more slip-resistant, and provides a low sheen finish. It also seals in dirt and other stains so you don't have to worry about them being permanent.
Concrete Floor Installation Process
Installing new concrete flooring is a tedious process. You definitely need an expert to do the job for you. As a premier company in Lakeland, FL, we follow a process to ensure we deliver high-quality concrete floors to our clients. This includes:
1. Preparation of the Space
This step sets the tone. While it's a very daunting task, preparing the space is key to be able to start and finish the concrete project on time. We want to start working on a blank slate. During this process, we do lots of hauling, prying, surveying, and measuring. We make sure that the surface is fit and ready for the next process. It is also during this time when we check what's underneath, and making sure we are able to deal with it. Once the ground is ready, we proceed to excavation. As concrete experts, we make sure to carefully do to avoid unnecessary problems along the way.
2. Pouring of Concrete
Once the ground is ready, we start to pour to create a concrete slab and make sure to level it using a float. The pouring process is vital in ensuring the concrete floor is sturdy enough to handle high traffic. Having concrete experts like ourselves do the job will also guarantee a long-lasting concrete floor for your commercial or residential property. A pro tip, a properly installed concrete floor is vital to ensure your concrete is durable enough to last for years.
It is during this process that clients need to decide what they want their concrete floor finish to look like. For instance, you can choose to add color, texture, or pattern to your concrete floor. You can also add another flooring material like a natural stone, brick, or tile. If you want a modern design but on a budget, a decorative concrete floor is a way to go.
3. Polishing and Sealing of Concrete Floor
Having a high gloss finish or a polished concrete floor is great not only aesthetically, but it helps extend the lifespan of your concrete floor. We use a planetary grinder to polish concrete floors. We make sure to do it right as it could cause damages to the lower parts of the walls. We then remove tool marks to ensure no impressions are left on the concrete surface.
Once the concrete floor is polished, we proceed with the application of concrete sealer. Our team sees to it that we apply the sealer as evenly as possible. A concrete sealer helps protect your concrete floor from harmful elements.
4. Drying of Concrete Floor
The last step is to dry up the concrete floor. Once the floors are sealed, we wait for at least 30 minutes for the concrete flooring to dry up. But, it should take 24 to 48 hours before you can walk or drive in it.
Benefits of Concrete Flooring
Concrete has its share of pros and cons. But, generally, the pros overcome the cons of concrete flooring. The disadvantages are very minimal making it a go-to construction material for most contractors and interior design experts. Opting for concrete flooring has many advantages. This includes:
Easy to Maintain
Concrete floors are low maintenance. You don't need hybrid tools to clean it or keep it in great shape. Concrete flooring is so easy to maintain all you need is a regular broom to sweep off waste or a pressure washer to wash off the dirt. Even a concrete stain is easy to get rid of that you won't be needing a professional to do it for you.
Great for Any Room Flooring
Concrete suits any type of room in your house. You can have it installed in your living room, dining area, bathroom, kitchen, pool deck, etc. Literally anywhere in your property that you want to add flooring into.
Affordable Cost
Concrete is the cheapest flooring material you will find. It's cheaper than wood, natural stone, brick, marble, or tiles. The labor cost is also cheap when installing concrete floors. In our case, we charge on a per square foot basis. By the way, we have the cheapest cost in Lakeland, FL, and nearby areas.
Stylish
With concrete flooring, you can bring whatever design ideas to life. Concrete is a very versatile flooring material. Through our company's stamped concrete service, you can choose from a wide variety of colors, patterns, and textures. You can go for whatever color, texture, or pattern of your choice. If you want a more personal one, we do custom design as well.
Durable and Long-Lasting
Concrete is a very durable material. With proper maintenance, it can last for decades -- even a lifetime. It is also resistant to both hot and cold temperatures, and extreme weather conditions. Although it can have cracks as it ages, repairing concrete is doable. You need concrete experts like us if the need arises, though.
Why Hire Us
We at Lakeland Concrete Contractors Co can run down many reasons why you should work with us. But, here are a few major ones:
Exceptional Concrete Floors
Our company installs high-quality concrete floors that last. We take our business seriously we never want to disappoint our clients. With us, you can be confident we give you the best quality end result for every concrete flooring project we do.
Professional Concrete Experts
We have dedicated concrete flooring experts that do the job. Yes, we do not let anyone handle the project but the best. With that said, you can be confident that we do your concrete floor right the first time.
Wide Concrete Floor Design Selection
Our company offers stamped concrete, also known as decorative concrete services. Through stamping, we get to provide you unique flooring that suits your style. Rest assured we are up to date with the latest design trends, you won't run out of options. You can choose from a wide variety of textures, colors, and patterns. If in doubt, we have interior design experts on the team to help you select the right design for your commercial or residential property.
Superb Customer Service
Customer satisfaction is what we always aim for. That is why we make sure our lines are always open for any concerns or inquiries. Our reliable customer service representatives are available anytime during business hours. For future projects, you can call us at 863-302-7329 or send us a message online through the contact form on our website.
