Concrete countertops

Having soared in popularity during the past decade, concrete countertops can give your home or business a rustic, yet elegant look. Completely customizable, concrete can be finished to give your counters the shade, texture or pigment you desire to complete your space’s look and feel. Additionally, materials such as stone, shells, decorative glass, etc. can be embedded for a one-of-a-kind aesthetic. Concrete is also a solid (pardon the pun) choice if you’re wanting durability and functionality, and generally the cost is on par with granite or marble options.

Because concrete is porous, it’s important to apply a good quality sealer to prevent stains. If you will be preparing or handling food on the countertop, there are food-grade epoxy sealers that can be used. Be aware that while concrete itself is impervious to heat, sealers are not so you should still use a hot pad or some other protector to avoid surface damage from hot cookware.

Installing concrete countertops can be delicate if you want to avoid cracks, chips or flaws. Using proper reinforcement during installation can help ensure your new counters will be soundly mounted and minimize issues. In general, concrete fabrication and customization requires experience, knowledge and skill. If you’re considering concrete countertops, give us a call at 503-238-6564. We can answer all your questions.