Concrete floors - love it or leave it?
Concrete floors tend to polarise opinion. Objectively they do have their perks - they aren’t susceptible to water damage like hardwood flooring is, they are a great choice for those who want underfloor heating and when polished, they can create a high end, elegant look. Others find them too clinical compared to the richness wood grain offers, or too industrial, detracting from the overall warmth of a house.
My love of industrial interiors makes me a fan, but I’m interested to know - concrete floors: love them or leave them? Was anyone opposed but swayed by their practicality?
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