Concrete Countertop Installation

Concrete countertops have seen a consistent increase in popularity due to their durability, versatile designs, and stunning looks. As the trend in kitchen countertops, concrete countertops offer a premium, sleek, and modern option for any home. They can be created with a variety of creative and complex designs, stained and embedded into the surface. Concrete countertops are made from a 1:3 ratio cement to sand concrete mix. Concrete countertop material, while naturally less robust than granite and quartz, is made highly durable through sealing. Concrete countertops are stained after installation to add color and designs to the surface. Are you thinking about a new countertop surface for your home? Give us a call at 806-758-7879 to get your free concrete countertop estimate!

How to Properly Clean and Maintain Concrete Countertops?

Concrete countertops can be extremely durable. However, they must be maintained a certain way. Concrete counters require regular maintenance for long term preservation, a small price to pay for its versatile designs and modern looks.


  • Concrete countertops must be sealed initially (after staining to add color and design) and resealed every year to protect the surface, prevent stains, and maintain durability.
  • Concrete countertops should be cleaned daily with a cleaner that is mild, non-abrasive, and ammonia free. This prevents any outside elements from seeping into the concrete or damaging the sealer overnight.
  • Spills should be cleaned immediately from the concrete countertop using either water or a cleaning solution. This prevents any liquids from staining the concrete or damaging the sealer.
  • Use a cutting board rather than cutting directly on the concrete countertop to avoid scratching and damaging the sealer or the surface.

Sealing your concrete countertop is extremely important because it offers protection from stains, chips, water damage, heat damage, and bacterial growth. A properly sealed concrete countertop is highly durable and perfect for resisting the wear and tear of a kitchen environment. Sealers used should be food safe, heat resistant, stain resistant, and scratch resistant. Because concrete is a porous material, the pores on the countertop surface absorb outside elements, which can result in stains and damages. To prevent this, concrete countertops should be sealed every year. Sealing makes the countertop a more solid surface by overlaying the concrete and its pores with a sealer layer. By sealing and resealing your concrete countertop, you can easily preserve its beauty for over 50 years.

Pros and Cons of Concrete Countertops

Concrete is considered a premium material for countertops. There are certain clear benefits that make concrete countertops desirable; however, there are also disadvantages that you should be aware of.


Positives:

  1. Concrete countertops are heat resistant and stain resistant when sealed. The sealing layer overlays on top of the concrete countertop, resulting in high durability.
  2. As fully custom countertops, concrete counters can have all kinds of customized designs, color options, textures, and shapes through staining and molding. Concrete countertops can be made to resemble marble, stone, granite or anything else you desire. It is also possible to mix glass or stone into the countertop materials to allow for additional variations.
  3. Concrete countertops can last for the lifetime of your home if properly maintained and properly sealed. Compared to butcher block countertops, another popular style, concrete countertops are far easier maintained due to their sealing capabilities. There is no need to worry about stains and scratches on the concrete surface for the most part.
  4. Concrete countertops are an eye-catching, luxury item and can raise the value of your home.


Negatives:

  1. Concrete countertops are a premium and luxury item with a high price per square foot compared to other kitchen countertops. It may not be in the budget for everyone.
  2. Compared to other kitchen countertops, concrete is harder to maintain, requiring frequent attention. Concrete countertops require annual sealing and near daily cleaning.



Overall, concrete countertops are a good choice as a modern, durable, and premium staple in your kitchen. At Lubbock Concrete Contractor, we work with you individually to customize the counter that you want. 

Contact Us or Request an Estimate

Are you thinking about upgrading to a new concrete countertop? Is it time to get your concrete countertop sealed again? We have you covered at Lubbock Concrete. We will help you create the perfect design, customize your countertop, and install your new masterpiece, all hassle free. We will also help you re-seal your countertop annually if needed. We believe that each job we work on should be tailored to our customer's vision. Therefore, our concrete countertops are completely customized from the start of the design to the end of the installation process. Get in touch with us today by calling 806-758-7879!

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