Concrete is used more and more often in home décor today – not only for outdoor spaces like terraces, patios and gardens but also inside. Concrete is durable, budget-friendly and works for many styles, from minimalist to rustic. Concrete covers floors, walls, ceilings, backsplashes and of course trendy designer furniture and accessories, from chairs and stools to vases and candleholders. Concrete will give an edgy look to your home for sure, and if you are considering to integrate concrete into your kitchen décor, you may try concrete walls, floors or start from backsplashes or countertops, for example. Let’s find out whether they fit your space or not – here are some pros and cons that you may consider first.
Pros
Concrete brings an edgy feel to any space as it’s in trend, it adds texture to the kitchen décor and easily fits many styles: not only industrial or minimalist but also a rustic, glam, Scandi and many others. Concrete has a lot of different looks, textures and shades (yes, there are more colors, not only traditional grey), so every kitchen can get something matching. Concrete isn’t expensive comparing to marble or quartz besides you may DIY such a backsplash yourself, there are many tutorials to try. This way installation won’t cost a lot of money and you’ll get one more advantage – your budget saved!
a black kitchen with brass handles, a grey concrete countertop and a matching backsplash for a moody touch
a bold kitchen with white and rich wood cabinets, copper touches and a concrete backsplash and countertops
a contemporary kitchen with wooden cabients and a concrete backsplash plus a glass cover over it
a grey concrete backsplash and countertop plus raw edge wooden shelving add texture here
a grey kitchen with a black countertop and a concrete backsplash for a textural look
a light-colored wooden kitchen is made more modern with concrete countertops and a backsplash
a minimalist and industrial kitchen with a concrete backsplash and countertops plus wood for a texture
a minimalist black kitchen with a concrete backsplash and countertops for more interest
a minimalist dark kitchen with a raw concrete backsplash and a metal countertop that adds texture
a minimalist kitchen corner with white and wooden cabinets and a concete tile backsplash to highlight the style
Cons
Concrete is prone to staining as a porous surface can absorb liquids and even bacteria but there’s a solution: seal the surface upon installation. Sealing will also prevent your counters from stains, scratches and heat though still some stains can appear; resealing should be done every one to three years. Even water can show some splashes, so if you are a pedant, avoid concrete or install glass over the concrete. Concrete can crack but there’s a way to avoid it: add fiber reinforcement, rebar, and/or wire mesh but if cracks still appear, they can be repaired. Take a look at the ideas below and get inspired to make some concrete backsplashes in your kitchen, too!
a minimalist kitchen with light-colored wooden cabinets is made bolder with concrete touches
a minimalist light grey kitchen with a concrete backsplash and a glass cover to avoid splashes
a minimalist white kitchen gets texture and interest with a concrete backsplash and a marble kitchen table
a minimalist white kitchen with a butcher block countertop and a sleek concrete backsplash
a minimalist white kitchen with a concrete backsplash that adds texture to the space and a sleek stone countertop
a Scandinavian kitchen with a concrete backsplash and countertop for a textural feel
a Scandinavian space with a concrete countertop and backsplash that spruce up usual white cabinets
a white contemporary kitchen with a concrete tile backsplash and a matching tabletop of black concrete
an airy modern kitchen with plywood shelves and a countertop and a concrete backsplash
an IKEA Askersund kitchen with a whole concrete wall, not only a backsplash looks spectacular
an industrial dark metal kitchen with a concrete countertop plus sink and backsplash
an ultra contemporary kitchen with matte black cabinets and a kitchen island plus a concrete backsplash
black industrial cabinets, wooden shelves that contrast and a concrete backsplash and countertops
masonry and a concrete backsplash and countertops echo and make the all-white space softer and cozier
such a pastel shade of concrete looks much softer and will so for glam spaces, for example