We see more and more of concrete in home decor today, and this isn’t surprising: it’s durable, budget-friendly and works for many styles. Concrete is used for floors, walls, making furniture and even backsplashes in the kitchen. The arguments about the latter are numerous: are they functional and practical or not? Let’s find out.
Pros
Concrete brings an edgy feel to any space as it’s in trend, it adds texture to any space, not only an industrial or a minimalist one but also a rustic, glam, Scandi and many others. Concrete has a lot of different looks, textures and shades, so every kitchen can get something. Concrete isn’t expensive comparing to marble or quartz besides you may DIY it, there are many tutorials to try.
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 that adds texture
a minimalist kitchen with light-colored wooden cabinets is made bolder with concrete touches
a minimalist white kitchen gets texture and interest with a concrete backsplash
a minimalist white kitchen with a concrete backsplash that adds texture to the space
a minimalist white kitchen with a wooden countertop and a sleek concrete backsplash
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
such a pastel shade of concrete looks much softer and will so for glam spaces, for example
Cons
Concrete is prone to staining as the 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.
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 light grey kitchen with a concrete backsplash and a glass cover to avoid splashes
an airy modern kitchen with plywood shelves and a countertop and a concrete backsplash
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 and a concrete backsplash and countertops
IKEA Askersund kitchen with a whole concrete wall, not only a backsplash
masonry and a concrete backsplash and countertops echo and make the space cozier
