Concrete has been cast in a new light in the world of interior design over the last few decades, and now creating a concrete feature wall just got a whole lot easier, thanks to Cemcrete.

People thought Thomas Edison was nuts when he commissioned and moved into the world’s first pre-cast concrete house. (He even tried to make a piano out of concrete.) These days, concrete is not just a building material but also a desirable decorative element. It’s one of the materials that, along with steel and glass, changed the face of cities in the 20th century and underpinned the new building techniques that made Modernist architecture possible, thanks to its strength and versatility. But its understated beauty is perhaps what we love most about it, the way it takes the wood print from the shuttering used to cast it, for example, or the subtle variations in its colour.

But we’re not all lucky enough to live in concrete homes. The good news is you can now give just about any surface a concrete finish. A new skim-on coating from the Cemcrete range, CemCote Skimmed, allows you to paint or trowel the product onto walls, ceilings, countertops and wooden doors. But maybe you should still spare the piano.

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It’s no secret that the bathroom is one of the rooms in a house that we retreat to after a hard day’s work in order to relax and revitalise, and it is for that very reason that we encourage keeping your bathroom current and up to date with the latest design and decor trends.

Renovating your bathroom does not have to be an expensive and tedious process, as Cemcrete offers a wide variety of bathroom finishes perfect for renovating with ease while still achieving the finish of your dreams.

SatinCrete is a unique, cement-based mottled wall finish, ideal for bathroom walls and can be paired with CreteCote flooring – a cement-based micro coating – for a seamless flow from wall to floor.

Trends To Watch:

1. One of the fastest growing bathroom trends we have seen thus far has been the classic minimalistic look, reinforcing tranquillity and calm using free-standing baths and the combination of raw, natural finishes such as wood and cement.

2. Other trends, such as the pairing of cement, copper and brass, have also made their debut, combining these elements for stylish piping and taps – a bathroom essential that is often neglected as a possible feature.

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The coffee-inspired range of Cemcrete colour hardeners for concrete floors taps into the rich, warm shades evident in local and international design.

“There’s a revival in luxe living for 2016 – almost the opposite of the Scandinavian minimalist look we’ve seen for the past few years,” says Cemcrete marketing manager Nadine Prinsloo. “Think warm, rich, deep colours such as the coffee-inspired colour range, coupled with warm-toned metals like pale gold, rose gold and copper.”

The six new colours in the range – deliciously named Espresso, Vanilla Bean, Chai Latte, Mocha Java, House Blend and Cappuccino – are just the thing to warm up interior and exterior spaces this winter.

Find more designs at cemcrete.co.za.

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FOR A LUXURIOUS FINISH

Crushed pebble aggregate finishes have been used in resort pools and luxury spas for years. Today’s consumer understands more of the process and the benefits of this luxury finish. Aggregate pool finishes are gaining a reputation for their striking beauty and durability. Cemcrete’s BeadCrete is a pool plaster with glass beads, creating a unique, durable and elegant three-dimensional effect.

NEW COLOURS!

Cemcrete recently launched three new shades of blue into the PoolCrete colour range, namely Moroccan Blue, Sea Glass and Ocean Blue. Blue, which is a common and popular choice for swimming pools, is traditionally positioned as a regal and sophisticated colour.

FOR INFINITY POOLS

The infinity pool design (also referred to as a vanishing edge or overflow pool) made its first appearance decades ago in luxury homes that afforded huge panoramas. Today’s swimming pool professional has mastered this design, allowing its incorporation into much smaller spaces. When the water’s surface blends into the sky beyond, the end result is not only breathtaking, it can often make a small space seem quite a bit larger too.

The “knife edge” is one of the most complex techniques used in swimming pool design and construction. What makes this design so unique is that there is virtually no edge material or coping. Cemcrete’s Colour Hardener can be used for a swimming pool’s surround, where it can join up with the PoolCrete (waterline) to create that desirable knife edge.

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Cemcrete hosts a range of stunning products that are ideally suited to clean spaces such as bathroom walls, floors, bath surrounds and vanities. Being cement-based, these products are extremely durable and waterproof.

For walls, vanities and baths, Cemcrete’s SatinCrete is a beautifully smooth, suede-like wall finish. Its seamless application makes this waterproof product ideal for bathrooms and even inside showers or built-in baths. Due to its smooth nature, it can easily be wiped down. SatinCrete can also be applied on top of tiles. There are 13 colours in the range from cool grey and white to warm beige and bold green.

CreteCote, a skim-on floor finish can be used to coat floors and vanities. This durable product is applied onto cured, dry screed. This seamless floor finish is perfect for renovations, as the application and drying time will take no longer than a few days. CreteCote also comes in an extensive colour range, which can match or contrast the SatinCrete wall colour.

For more inspiration on cement trends for your bathroom, visit cemcrete.co.za or blog.cemcrete.co.za.

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Cemcrete recently introduced their newest product, PolishCrete, which provides you with a finish that is the perfect combination of beauty, durability and low maintenance. 

PolishCrete is a thin decorative cement-based system that is designed to be polished to a glossy and hard-wearing finish. The thin cement-based product can be applied to existing counter tops and floors making it perfect for renovations and new projects alike. In the realm of green flooring, PolishCrete is one of the most durable and sustainable flooring solutions on the market. Today’s home owners and architects are searching for alternative construction products that offer long term solutions and PolishCrete is the ultimate choice when evaluating finishes on a lifecycle basis. PolishCrete is available in six proudly South African colours to create your perfect look for your floors or countertops. The range of nature-inspired colours includes Knysna Mussel, Bantry Bay Beige, Ballito Beach, Sea Point Silver, Sandy Bay Nude and Storms River Rock.

Whether you are renovating or building a new home, office or any space Cemcrete provides you with a cement-based floor finish that will suit your projects needs. With the number of colours, designs, and combinations offered by Cemcrete, it makes cement-based floors a definite choice for any space; office, home, hotel, retail, warehousing and more. You are also not limited to the inside, Cemcrete also provides you with a durable screed floor for outdoor use.

A good quality sealer is applied to help resist water, stains, dirt and abrasives. If you are concerned that cement floors would be slippery for outdoor or bathroom use, there’s many options that prevent your cement floor from being slippery. One option is to choose a textured finish. This can be achieved with Cemcrete’s Colour Hardener and various imprinting mats to create a myriad of beautiful finishes including rock, wood, textured tiles and more. If you prefer the smooth look, Cemcrete also offers a Slip-Resistant sealer, which reduces the risk of slipping on a smooth wet surface, particularly in bathrooms and around swimming pools. Smooth cement-based floors are no more slippery than other floor products such as vinyl, linoleum, marble or ceramic tiles. 

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