If you are looking for a beautiful floor, there are many options. Each type of floor has its own pros and cons. Yet one type of floor is still more popular than the other. Two popular floors are, for example, the cast floor, called gietvloer in Dutch, and the concrete cire floor, known as a beton cire vloer in Dutch. This blog takes a closer look at these two types of flooring. That way you can check whether one of these floors is suitable for your home.
What do these floors have in common?
What do these floors have in common? Both the concrete cire floor and the cast floor are very popular at the moment. Moreover, they are both seamless floors. The latter ensures that the floors are very easy to clean. It also gives the floors a very sleek appearance. Another feature that the floors have in common is that you can get them in almost any color. Because these floors have so much in common, it is not surprising that many people find it difficult to choose between these two floors. Yet there are also differences. Based on these differences, you can determine which type of floor suits you better.
What are the differences between these floors?
A concrete cire floor, which translates to een vloer van beton cire in Dutch, is applied with a trowel by a professional. That while a cast floor is being poured. There is also a difference between the floors in terms of appearance. The concrete cire floor has a more natural look. There are also concrete-look floors that can be cast. Officially this is not the same as a concrete cire floor, but the appearance is comparable. If you find it difficult to choose between these two types of floors, it is advisable to look especially at the price tag, maintenance and appearance. This way you can decide for yourself which floor best suits your needs. Both floors are very suitable and which floor is best is mainly a matter of taste.
Underfloor heating
If you have underfloor heating or want to have it installed, it is good to know that the cast floor is generally slightly more suitable for this. However, that depends on the specific type of cast floor you want to choose. For example, a PU cast floor is very suitable for a floor with underfloor heating. Concrete cire can also go well with underfloor heating, but it is not the best choice.
Installment
Whether you choose a concrete cire floor or a cast floor, you cannot install it yourself. If you are a bit handy, you can still place laminate yourself, for example. It is therefore good to take into account that you will have to hire professionals. If you do that, you can be sure of a floor that lasts a long time and looks beautiful. It is important to choose a party you trust. That is why it is advisable to compare the different parties with each other.
