Discover the Benefits of Stained Concrete

Why Stained Concrete?

Stained concrete floors and hardscapes offer a number of advantages that other flooring materials can't match, particularly when a homeowner is looking for a one-of-a-kind custom look. Below, we compare stained concrete floors with other popular surfaces.

	Carpet	Ceramic Tile	Vinyl or Linoleum	Hardwood or Wood Laminate	Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	Stained Concrete
Colors Stained Concrete is available in a wide array of colors; in fact, your options are truly unlimited.	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No	Unlimited
Durability and Longevity Few flooring materials have the inherent durability and longevity of concrete. Carpet, tile and even real hardwood floors will need replacement eventually. Stained concrete is a more sustainable and earth-friendly solution.	Poor	Good	Good	Good	Excellent	Excellent
Custom All of our stained concrete floors are customized to our clients’ design preferences. Unlike Real Stone, for example, we can alter the look, texture, finish and stained concrete color to achieve the exact feel our client desires. No two projects are the same; each floor or exterior hardscape is handcrafted and designed specifically to complement the architectural elements of the homeowner.	No	No	No	No	No	Yes
Heat Storage and Solar Energy Concrete flooring can be the most natural form of “heated flooring” in existence. It absorbs the heat of the sun during the day and will release the stored heat as needed in the evening. Concrete is considered one of the best energy-efficient and sustainable materials today.	No	No	No	No	Yes, depending on the material	Yes
Humidity and Moisture Resistant Stained concrete, tile and real stone are the only flooring materials truly resistant to moisture damage.	No	Yes	No	No	Yes	Yes
Mold, Mildew, Dust Mite and Allergen Resistant Concrete fares much better than carpet and even hardwood floors when moisture is present. If allergies are an issue for the homeowner, stained concrete is a perfect solution.	No	Yes	Yes	No (when wet)	Yes	Yes
Cost The cost per square foot will vary depending on complexity of the job. For example, if a concrete slab needs to be poured before application of stain, it could be more than the listed price. Here is a general range provided by some 3rd party resources.	$3.38 - $6.61*	$11 - $22*	$2.64 - $5.64*	$8 - $10**	$20 - $50+**	$2 - $15+** Note: For stain application to an existing concrete slab.

*Source: Old House Web
**Source: Bob Harris’ Guide to Stained Concrete

Compare Resurfaced Concrete to Other Options

Compare Stamped Concrete to Other Options

Colors
Carpet	Yes
Ceramic Tile	Yes
Vinyl or Linoleum	Yes
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	No
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	No
Stained Concrete	Unlimited

Durability and Longevity
Carpet	Poor
Ceramic Tile	Good
Vinyl or Linoleum	Good
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	Good
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	Excellent
Stained Concrete	Excellent

Custom
Carpet	No
Ceramic Tile	No
Vinyl or Linoleum	No
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	No
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	No
Stained Concrete	Yes

Heat Storage and Solar Energy
Carpet	No
Ceramic Tile	No
Vinyl or Linoleum	No
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	No
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	Yes, depending on the material
Stained Concrete	Yes

Humidity and Moisture Resistant
Carpet	No
Ceramic Tile	Yes
Vinyl or Linoleum	No
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	No
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	Yes
Stained Concrete	Yes

Mold, Mildew, Dust Mite and Allergen Resistant
Carpet	No
Ceramic Tile	Yes
Vinyl or Linoleum	Yes
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	No (when wet)
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	Yes
Stained Concrete	Yes

Average cost per square foot installed
Carpet	$3.38 - $6.61*
Ceramic Tile	$11 - $22*
Vinyl or Linoleum	$2.64 - $5.64*
Hardwood or Wood Laminate	$8 - $10**
Natural Stone (e.g. Slate or Flagstone)	$20 - $50+**
Stained Concrete	$2 - $15+*