Microcement: The Versatile Design Solution for Modern Spaces
/Microcement is an innovative surfacing material celebrated for its seamless finish, durability, and versatility. Whether you're a homeowner, interior designer, or commercial architect, microcement offers endless design possibilities. In this blog post, we'll explore the many benefits of microcement, popular applications, and why it's becoming the go-to choice for contemporary interiors and exteriors.
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What is Microcement?
Microcement is a thin, cement-based coating that can be applied to a variety of surfaces, including walls, floors, countertops, and even furniture. Its seamless finish is inspired by concrete — but with its incredibly lightweight construction and hand-troweled application, it’s a more versatile alternative. The other key difference between micro cement and other materials is that it can be applied on top of existing surfaces; including tiles, concrete, and wood. Read more about the difference between microcement and concrete here.
Why Choose Microcement for Your Next Project? Five reasons…
Seamless Application: Microcement offers a continuous surface without joints or grout lines.
Resilient: Microcement is highly resistant to stains, scratches, and wear, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as retail stores or commercial offices.
Durable: Its durability ensures that your surfaces will look perfect for years to come. Additionally, its smooth and resilient surface is easy to clean, requiring only basic maintenance.
Customisable Designs: Available in a wide range of colours and textures, microcement can be tailored to suit any design vision. From neutral tones for minimalist interiors to bold hues for statement projects, the options are virtually limitless.
Waterproof: When sealed and waterproofed correctly, microcement’s non-porous finish is suitable for all wet areas, including fully submerged — making it an excellent choice for bathrooms, pools, kitchens, and outdoor spaces. If you’re looking for a fully UV-resistant, heat-resistant, and weatherproof microcement product in Australia; X-Bond is perfect.
Top Design Applications for Microcement
Microcement Bathrooms: If you’re looking for a unique bathroom surface, X-Bond Microcement can be applied to walls, floors, showers, sinks, and cabinetry — thanks to easy waterproofing with a liquid membrane. It can even be installed over old bathroom tiles.
Microcement Flooring & Walls: Microcement can go virtually anywhere, but most commonly on floors and walls. Our installers have covered every room of the house, indoors and out. Microcement flooring and walls are also frequently specified in high-traffic areas, from retail stores to commercial offices, public works, and restaurants/cafés.
Microcement Joinery: Did you know that it’s possible to create custom microcement furniture and joinery? We’ve installed X-Bond Microcement to everything from tables and benches, to cupboards, sink basins, and countertops.
Exterior Spaces: Extend your design vision outdoors with microcement gardens, facades, balconies, decks, or pools. Its weather-resistant properties make it a great choice for creating a cohesive look between indoor and outdoor areas.
Remodel Without Removal
Virtually all materials in a require demo or heavy prep work before application. This is true for tile, wood, stucco, EIFs, concrete and many other surfacing options. X-Bond Microcement is uniquely capable of being applied over existing intact surfaces without the requirement for demolition. This means no dust, grinding, or chemical removal; which makes projects faster and less of a headache.
How? X-Bond is formatted with added latex polymers (compared to other microcements), which are a strong bonding agent to ensure lasting adhesion even in high moisture. It’s also installed with Liquid Membrane, an anti-fracture membrane used to stabilise a substrate (including sealing cracks) before X-Bond is applied; so even an old, damaged material can be resurfaced with X-Bond Microcement for a long-lasting transformation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Microcement
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Yes, microcement can be applied over tiles, saving time and money on demolition while achieving a seamless concrete-inspired finish.
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Microcement can be treated with anti-slip coatings, making it safe for use in areas like bathrooms and outdoor spaces.
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With proper maintenance and sealing, microcement can last for decades, making it a smart investment for your home or business.
Read some more frequently asked questions about X-Bond Microcement.
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Bring Your Design Vision to Life with Microcement
Whether you're looking to revamp your home or elevate a commercial space, microcement offers unmatched functionality and aesthetic appeal. At Alternative Surfaces, we specialise in the installation of the world’s first microcement, X-Bond. Ready to transform your space? Contact us today for a quote in Melbourne and let us help you make your design dreams a reality.
