Signs That Microcement Is The Right Choice For Your Bathroom

Are you considering a sleeker and more modern bathroom design? There is a recyclable material you can use on different bathroom surfaces with a short turnaround time — microcement. Microcement is a decorative coating consisting of cement, resin, aggregate, and pigments. You can use it to create smooth walls, safer floors, and custom-shaped sinks and basins. It can even go over your tub. In other words, it's a versatile material that can cover your entire bathroom space with room for customization.

With microcement, you don't have to worry about your bathroom being out of commission for an extended period. This bathroom design trend only needs several days to fully cure compared to a standard master bath remodel that can take weeks to months. Additionally, if you're tired of fighting bathroom mold and mildew, microcement secured with its sealing agent provides the structure-saving and mold-preventing waterproofing you need.

This material is the perfect replacement for tiles as it doesn't require grout or caulking. No prior demolition prep needed — you can coat the microcement over existing tiles instead of taking time and energy ripping them out first. You can also apply a slip-resistant treatment on top, making it an excellent material to pave your bathroom floors and tubs with. With so many slip and falls happening in bathrooms as people age, it can be a perfect way to make a tub or shower safer for an older family member.

Does the "cement" part of microcementing, mean you must have a gray bathroom? Not at all! While you can highlight colorful bathroom fixtures by playing them up against neutral microcement colors, you can easily apply pigment to the microcement itself. Some popular microcement colors include rich purplish brown, blue-grey, and creamy white. If you use a Smartcret kit, it comes in 18 color options and the choice of a satin or matte finish. Some brands also offer a satin finish.

Even the most beautiful tiles usually come with grout that can become unsightly when dirt, mildew, or mold build-up. However, with microcement, you have a seamless appearance that doesn't require grout lines. Work from the existing base or a custom mold to create artistic sinks like countertop-mounted bowls, double-sinks, squares, deep troughs, and more. It dries to a smooth and sleek appearance that can rival marble. The smooth surface can make cleaning your bathroom easier — just use water with mild soap to maintain your bathroom's aesthetics.

You can further personalize your design by adding glass crystals to create a light sparkle. Get a trowel to create a terrazzo effect featuring a speckled array of small chips of colored stone. Stencils are another popular option for creating patterns ranging from logos to shapes to more complex artsy designs. By adding custom lighting or a window, you can take advantage of how light reflects off its surface.