Hello
After completing the screed, we are considering installing a so-called skim coat floor with a concrete look. Unfortunately, there are not many providers, and if there are, they tend to be extremely expensive. If anyone knows of alternatives, companies that offer a good price-performance ratio, or if it’s okay to do it “yourself” with guidance and instructions, I would be grateful for any advice. Rooms and a bathroom are to be done. Maybe someone here has taken on this task themselves. I understand that there are many things to consider.
After completing the screed, we are considering installing a so-called skim coat floor with a concrete look. Unfortunately, there are not many providers, and if there are, they tend to be extremely expensive. If anyone knows of alternatives, companies that offer a good price-performance ratio, or if it’s okay to do it “yourself” with guidance and instructions, I would be grateful for any advice. Rooms and a bathroom are to be done. Maybe someone here has taken on this task themselves. I understand that there are many things to consider.
Hello KlaRa,
Thank you very much for your quick and detailed response. I’m impressed. Thanks a lot.
I probably didn’t express myself clearly here. We don’t want a completely uniform floor. We do like the cloud-like, varying visible areas you mentioned, and that’s how it should be. But not too “wild.” With Pandomo / TopCiment, we feel it could be designed a bit calmer. In reference projects of Rheobond / Rheorapid, it seems a bit “wilder” again. We like that it is a unique floor or will become one.
Are you aware of any differences between Pandomo and TopCiment (in terms of scratch resistance, durability, health aspects, etc.), or are both roughly comparable?
With Pandomo, I know that only certified installers are allowed to apply it, which at least (theoretically) could indicate quality in workmanship and installation. I don’t know (yet) how it is with TopCiment products.
Best regards,
Tanner
Thank you very much for your quick and detailed response. I’m impressed. Thanks a lot.
KlaRa schrieb:
If you want a visually homogeneous surface in so-called “concrete look,” none of your suggestions will really make you completely happy!
I probably didn’t express myself clearly here. We don’t want a completely uniform floor. We do like the cloud-like, varying visible areas you mentioned, and that’s how it should be. But not too “wild.” With Pandomo / TopCiment, we feel it could be designed a bit calmer. In reference projects of Rheobond / Rheorapid, it seems a bit “wilder” again. We like that it is a unique floor or will become one.
Are you aware of any differences between Pandomo and TopCiment (in terms of scratch resistance, durability, health aspects, etc.), or are both roughly comparable?
With Pandomo, I know that only certified installers are allowed to apply it, which at least (theoretically) could indicate quality in workmanship and installation. I don’t know (yet) how it is with TopCiment products.
Best regards,
Tanner
Schimi1791 schrieb:
Regarding concrete-look finishes, I recommend checking out some YouTube videos about "Floortec Mineralico." That might help make the price clearer. We received a quote of nearly 200 € per m² (nearly $22 per ft²) from a professional contractor. Thanks for the tip. I did that.
There are critical opinions about the Brillux system among families with children; it is apparently quite prone to scratching (all second-hand information, I haven’t seen it myself and can’t judge). Whether the same applies to Pandomo floors is the big question.
We have a quote from a specialist contractor for Pandomo at 120 € per m² (about $11 per ft²) before tax. A specialist from Ardex (Pandomo) even visited the site and would probably oversee the installation.
I haven’t received an offer for TopCiment yet.
manohara schrieb:
Without having read everything, I recommend checking out the "Mortarshop" (spelled with oe). In my opinion, the operator has extensive knowledge about concrete and is happy to share it (he also runs the related store). I can’t judge whether it’s expensive or cheap, but I consider trust in your advisor far more important than the price (which I have, even though I don’t know Mr. Backstein personally).Thanks, I’ll definitely take a look.
Tarnari schrieb:
For the same reason, we also rejected that option. Additionally, it really needs to be carried out diligently. If someone doesn’t do it regularly, there is a high risk that the result won’t look like the pictures you see all over the internet. And if someone does it regularly, they will expect to be compensated accordingly for their expertise, regardless of the material.
We ended up choosing hardwood flooring again. Yes, that’s why having an experienced specialist company nearby is very important to us. Pandomo floors are apparently only allowed to be installed by certified professionals (under supervision from Ardex / Pandomo). The question is how often they have done this already, but you can inquire about that.
Yes, the pictures on the internet are usually filtered and edited, so they don’t provide a truly reliable reference.
pagoni2020 schrieb:
I think the term "bio" doesn't really fit well with the method of "gluing" here. For me, 2.5 millimeters (1 inch) material thickness is too thin for living areas because it would feel like walking directly on hard stone. Have you tried walking on it? Even when installed glued down, like on a screed?Yes, the adhesive issue is definitely a point to consider. I think there are options (whether bio-based or just less harmful), but I’m not sure. I think I read something about this here on the forum. I need to research it again. If anyone has tips, please feel free to share with me anytime.
No, we haven’t actually walked on it. Friends of ours have JOKA glue-down vinyl, which is also around 2 millimeters (0.8 inches). We didn’t feel it was particularly hard.
As you mentioned, a certification unfortunately doesn’t say much in this case. It’s probably similar to KNX. If you have completed the relevant course, as an electrician you are allowed to display the logo. However, whether you have actually installed it even once, or ideally on a regular basis, cannot be determined from that.
That’s why, as I said, in the end we decided to stay away from it. I mean the floor, of course.
That’s why, as I said, in the end we decided to stay away from it. I mean the floor, of course.
Similar topics