Concrete is one of the more versatile materials on the planet. It may not seem like it, but concrete can be used indoors, outdoors, for residential purposes and commercial. You use it as a foundation, for driveways, or just as a small planter box. As you can see, there are many things you can do with concrete. Let's explore a deeper side to concrete that you may not realize. Because, in fact, you don't have to have just the basic gray finish you're used to seeing.

Epoxy Floor Coatings

One of the most popular options for concrete is applying an epoxy finish. You may notice this in places like garages and in basements. Epoxy floor coatings can be customized to meet your specific needs and come in a wide range of colors and with add-ins. Perhaps one of the best reasons to choose epoxy coating for your concrete floors or even countertops is the stain-resistant and chip-resistant quality. You can save a ton of money on the systems as they are not that expensive but provide exceptional results.

Adding In Glow Stones or Glow Pebbles

One thing we’re sure you probably didn’t think to do, was to add a glow in the dark driveway to your home. These are all the rage and becoming increasingly popular due to their festive appearance and ability to provide light without having to be wired. Glow stones are very effective at delivering lighting, are affordable, and simple to install. Talk to your contractor before getting started, and they may just add glow stones for free. The installation is simply to sprinkle or place glow stones where you'd like to have lighting. Make sure that the stones have adequate access to UV light.

Sealant

If you like the finish of natural concrete, you should at least apply a sealant. A sealant will keep your concrete looking new. It's important to note that concrete stains very easily. Without applying some kind of sealant, you'll notice discolorations pretty quickly over time. This is completely preventable. So, even if your concrete is older and stained, you can quickly improve its look with pressure washing.

Maintenance and After Care

When it comes to your concrete, there isn't much to do as far as maintenance. Though, if you notice that the concrete is looking dirty and dull, contact your local pressure washer for stain removal. This is a relatively easy process, affordable, and will make the concrete look new.