Microcement countertops: a growing trend
For years, themicrocementhas been considered one of the most efficient products for decoration and construction. This is because it combines both technical and aesthetic properties that make it unique compared to other decorative materials, which gives it the ability to create environments of its own character and with high-end features.
Given this, more and more professionals and specialized companies are demanding this coating for the renovation of their decorative projects, knowing that with microcement success is guaranteed. Its use has been oriented towards all kinds of surfaces and environments, all thanks to its high adhesion capacity, as well as low thickness, which allow it to be successfully applied on any support. Interior and exterior floors, walls, ceilings, facades, stairs, swimming pools and even furniture, everything you can imagine can be carried out with this fantastic product.
As a consequence, one of the most common applications being made in recent years are microcement countertops. Furniture endowed with the ability to transfer to kitchens or bathrooms an elegant aesthetic, as well as superior performance, thanks to their high properties that we will develop in greater depth in the next section.
Get to know the great advantages of the microcement countertop
The countertop is one of the elements with the most prominence in the decoration of the kitchen or bathroom. Such is its role, that to ensure successful finishes it is vital to give it the importance it deserves and for this the best thing is to start by making a good choice of the material to be used.
Existen diversos revestimientos que dotarán a esta superficie de una buena estética o prestaciones efectivas, pero solo las encimeras de microcemento son capaces de reunir todo ello en un mismo producto, creando una superficie que lucirá radiante y con una larga vida útil. A continuación expondremos en detalle las ventajas que hacen de este material el ideal para la decoración.
Great resistance against moisture and water
It could be said that this is one of its star properties. Microcement is known for having great resistance against water and high humidity. Property that can be enhanced by the use of varnishes or sealants, making it a waterproof product. A totally necessary characteristic when it comes to decorating a kitchen or bathroom, where moisture and water are constant factors.
Easy execution of microcement countertops
Its high adhesiveness and minimal thickness make it the ideal material in terms of ease of installation. Microcement has the ability to cover all kinds of surfaces or materials, such as: plasterboard, cement, stone, brick, concrete, tiles, metal and many more. This makes its execution process really simple.
Adapts to any environment
No matter the texture, shape, or irregularities presented by the original support, this product can be effectively applied after the corresponding treatment of the surface, successfully adapting to any terrain.
Great decorative variety in microcement countertops
No matter the decorative style you are looking for, with this coating it is possible to achieve it. A material that offers countless colors and textures, enhancing the decorative value of the room and giving the possibility to achieve bespoke results that meet the user's wishes. From a more rustic or urban style, to others in an industrial, vintage, more modern or minimalist key. You choose the setting you are looking for.
Great decorative variety in microcement countertops
And of course, cleaning could not be missing, especially when it comes to kitchens and bathrooms. Microcement countertops ensure simple and effective cleaning. To keep it as new, only household cleaning products will be needed. However, if preferred, specific detergents for microcement can also be used for even more effective cleaning. As is the case withMyCleaner, Our biodegradable detergent cleaner guarantees the best clean.
Great decor variety in microcement countertops.
Do not be fooled by the thin appearance of the microcement, because although the surfaces look beautiful and sophisticated, their characteristics in terms of resistance are much higher than those of the average decorative materials. This product offers us great strength against abrupt temperature changes, abrasion, blows, rubs, stains, and cleaning products. All of this gives it great durability, preserving the countertops in perfect conditions in the very long term.
Microcement countertop creation process
The creation of the microcement countertop will largely depend on the application process that needs to be followed. This will vary based on different factors, such as the type of finish you want to achieve, the design, the dimensions of the surfaces and the shape, as well as thesupport onto which to work, as this can vary between absorbent (plaster, sand, plasterboard...) or non-absorbent (granite, terrazzo, marble and tiles).
Next, we will show you the steps to follow in the application process of microcement on countertops:
Placement of the MyMesh mesh
Firstly, what you should do is place the MyMesh fiberglass mesh for microcement on the support to be covered. With this, we will create a firmer surface that prevents the possible appearance, in the future, of cracks or faults, providing greater strength.
Application of the priming promoter
The second essential step in applying a microcement countertop is the primer, in order to facilitate the adhesion of the old support with the new material. If it is an original absorbent surface, the MyPrimer 100 priming promoter will be used. On the contrary, if it is a non-absorbent support, the MyPrimer 200 will be used.
Application of 2 preparation microcement layers
Next, two coats of preparation microcement should be applied. A first coat without pigment, then sanded and, afterwards, the second coat is applied, in this case already pigmented according to the color you want to achieve and then sanded. If your intention is to achieve a stone or rustic finish, the surface should be sealed with our MySealant varnishes.
Application of 2 finishing microcement layers
On the contrary, if you are looking for a different appearance, two more coats should be applied, both pigmented, but in this case with one of the finishing microcements and sanding the surface after each layer.
Varnish and sealer on the microcement countertop
To finish, we must guarantee the protection of the surface by applying two coats of acrylic varnish and two coats of polyurethane varnish, in this way, the microcement countertop will look with a more intense and vivid color and will have better resilience.
Microcement countertops in the kitchen or bathroom: choose your style
As we have previously explained, microcement countertops are a piece of furniture that greatly facilitates the renovation of kitchens or bathrooms. Their use is recommended largely because of their surprising waterproof nature, but it doesn't stop there. It is thanks to its decorative possibilities that no matter the design you want to convey, it can be achieved with microcement. Minimalist, rustic, urban, vintage, industrial, modern, boho and many more styles that you can represent in your bathrooms or kitchens, achieving quality finishes with a high decorative value.
Don't forget to have the help of a professional who will be responsible for carrying out the decorative renovation. They will know best how to act in each room, depending on the context, conditions and intentions that are sought to be achieved.
Microcement countertop price: variables to consider
The price of a microcement countertop is a variable phenomenon, as its result will not always be the same. Certain factors influence that must be taken into account to make an approximation of the final price and for this there is nothing better than having an expert hand, as they will know how to budget more accurately.
The price will fluctuate depending on the size of the countertop, the shape, the design or finish of it, the price of labor and the type of microcement used.
MyRevest, a sure and quality bet for your microcement countertop
If we are going to do things, let's do them right. With MyRevest you will find a proven effective material that will act satisfactorily to achieve the best performance on your microcement countertop.
Not just any material and less in such delicate places as the kitchen and bathroom, where they suffer a great deal of activity every day which forces to have an excellent resistance product.
With our microcement, you have all this and more. We are specialists in the creation of a quality coating, that ensures a long useful life of the surface and with the potential to create exclusive designs through a wide variety of colors. We have an innovative system that allows obtaining any shade desired, in this way, we are experts in obtaining custom finishes, one of our great qualities in favor of satisfying the desires of users.
As we are microcement specialists, we could not fail to offer a complete and almost unlimited catalog of colors, in order to favor the desires of our customers.
Our main engine to continue improving is to achieve even greater satisfaction with the quality and high customization of our products and, in this specific case, of our microcement colors.
We have up to 3 different color charts, for bicomponent and monocomponent, for ready-to-use microcements and for epoxy microcement. Find your excellent color, the one you have always wanted to reflect in your decorative renovation. Now, with MyRevest, the finishes are totally exclusive.