{"id":5617,"date":"2022-08-18T16:40:55","date_gmt":"2022-08-18T23:40:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/?p=5617"},"modified":"2022-08-18T16:40:56","modified_gmt":"2022-08-18T23:40:56","slug":"using-colored-concrete-in-the-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/using-colored-concrete-in-the-home","title":{"rendered":"Using Colored Concrete in the Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Concrete creates a solid foundation for your house, yet it\ndoesn\u2019t offer much pop in color. Naturally gray, you might wonder if there is a\nway for you to add some color to make pathways and other structures stand out.\nThere are several affordable ways to implement colored concrete in your\nhome.  Read on to learn more about methods\nto color your concrete, and how to integrate it into your home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Applying Color to Concrete<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Staining<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One way to add color to your home is via concrete stains, which do not fade and can add some earthy colors to your house. You can stain your concrete before or after the job, allowing you to switch up the existing concrete within your home. While its semi-transparency means you cannot hide flaws, it is affordable at up to $10 per square foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integral Coloring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another way you can color your concrete<\/a> is through integral pigmentation.\u00a0 This method involves adding color to the concrete mix prior to pouring. This coloring allows for deep, all-through color that does not fade. Like staining, these tend to come in earthy colors. It is a bit more expensive at up to $12 per square foot, but it’s worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dyeing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What if you want concrete with more of a variety of colors?\nDyeing is your option, as the color combinations are endless. They fade, so we\ndon’t recommend them for outdoor jobs, but for inside, they can work quite\nwell. Dyeing is a process you should use a contractor with, as you want to\nensure that you have the color you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Metallic Coating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Finally, another way people color their concrete is by\nputting a layer of metallic epoxy coating on it. This method can color your\nconcrete job while giving it the concrete sheen you might enjoy. Once again, be\nsure you have a professional help you with this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why it is an Excellent Interior Product<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many homeowners find that adding colored concrete to their home not only adds a unique appearance but can save them some hassle. Colored concrete will never be damaged by water or weakened over time. Depending on how you color concrete, it will not fade, either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colored concrete can be an investment, but because it lasts longer, it may save homeowners over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideas for Your Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re considering colored concrete for your home, here are some ways you can include it in your interior design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blues and Greens for the Bathroom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your bathroom is the place where you relax. Therefore, having\na more calming color scheme would benefit you here. Colored concrete works well\nfor a bathroom because of its water resistance. If you’re searching for\nbathroom renovation ideas, this is something to consider. We should mention\nthat you should research contractors, as you want to ensure that your concrete\nis dyed to perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earthy Colors for the Kitchen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The kitchen<\/a> is usually the area where you want earthy colors. You want an inviting feeling every time you make food for your family or yourself. Instead of tiled floors, concrete can be a way to keep your kitchen safe from water, grease, or other floor-damaging dangers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pink in the Living Room<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An edgier idea is to turn your living room pink. Pink manages to energize you without being too stimulating, which also works well when trying to unwind after a long day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, you can substitute pink for yellow or orange, as\nthese colors have the same effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contrasting Colors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With colored concrete, you may want to get experimental and\ntry contrasting colors. For example, a black and white color scheme for your\nbedroom may make your room pop while helping you to relax. Contrasting colors\nalso work well for the outdoors, as it helps your house to stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Colored concrete is a winning trend for a good reason. Not\nonly is it sturdy, but there are several ways you can get the color job you\nwant out of it. We recommend that you speak with a professional who can help\nyou dye the concrete properly and apply it, as this can help you get the even\ncoating you want for your home. With a little imagination, your concrete\noptions are endless!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Concrete creates a solid foundation for your house, yet it doesn\u2019t offer much pop in color. Naturally gray, you might wonder if there is a way for you to add some color to make pathways and other structures stand out. There are several affordable ways to implement colored concrete in your home.  Read on to … Continue reading Using Colored Concrete in the Home<\/span> →<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[602,774,782],"tags":[3379,210,59],"yst_prominent_words":[2582,6561,2227,6565,6552,6563,6562,2243,6564,6559,6556,6553,6555,999,546,892,1100,1973,2731,4843],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5617"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5617"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5617\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5619,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5617\/revisions\/5619"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5617"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5617"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5617"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=5617"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}