Enlist a Kitchen Designer to Plan Concrete Features

Concrete has become a trendy, unusual choice in kitchen design, more than just a structural element. Creative use of concrete ranges from its selection as the primary flooring material to its use as a countertop. Even architects are intrigued by the concept, and kitchen designers work to provide interested homeowners with suggestions for the incorporation of this simple material in complex ways. If you are thinking about concrete as a primary material in your kitchen renovation, though, then it really is important that you consult with professionals in your planning.


Concrete flooring seems simple enough. Most homes have concrete foundations, so use of that foundation seems as if it should be a matter of simply stripping away existing floor coverings. The natural, rustic look of bare concrete might sound like a great kitchen element, after all. On your own, though, you may be startled with the blemishes that are often left in a concrete slab. Those who poured that slab didn't think about the coming interest that would spotlight their work. The kitchen designer is aware of the difference between the finish on an existing slab and the finishes that are desired, and knows how to plan for the work that will transform the blemished foundation. Your kitchen designer will have contacts in the world of skilled tradesmen and will be able to enlist the help of a qualified contractor to provide a professional finish that is meant to be seen.


Your kitchen designer will be able to provide you with concrete flooring options that you may not have considered. Textured concrete, for example, is created through the use of texturing mats designed to leave imprints in the finished material. The textures can be irregular patterns that leave interesting appearances. The texture mats can also be created to provide the look of brick or tile. You can have a finish that is very symmetric in nature or a finish that is curvy. A kitchen designer will have knowledge of the possibilities and will help you to study these in order to achieve a look that you love.


Your kitchen designer will also be knowledgeable about the many finishes that can be used on top of simple concrete flooring. Concrete stains are very popular, appearing in the hallways of some of the most elite resorts in the world. Different effects can be achieved through skilled application, and your kitchen designer will be able to enlist the work of those who are most familiar with these techniques in order to obtain the finish that you will love.


Concrete countertops require good knowledge in design and finish. As a do-it-yourself project, this would be very difficult to do well. However, your kitchen designer will know where to find well constructed concrete counters if your desire is to install something pre-made. If your goal is to customize your kitchen countertops and fixtures, the kitchen designer will know which companies are experienced and talented in this respect. As with concrete flooring, concrete countertops are able to be finished with interesting textures or colours. It's important to have skilled workers involved in order to achieve a pleasing result, and a kitchen designer will have the professional connections to arrange for the best companies to do the work.



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