Enhance Your Basement with Decorative Concrete Flooring

Are you looking to transform your basement into a functional and inviting space? One of the most crucial aspects to consider is your flooring choice. Concrete basement flooring has gained popularity for its durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. Whether you’re planning a cozy family room, a home gym, or a stylish entertainment area, concrete flooring can provide the perfect foundation for your vision. Here are 7 key reasons why concrete is an excellent option for your basement:

1. Durability: Concrete flooring is exceptionally durable and can withstand the wear and tear of daily use without losing its integrity, ensuring longevity and low maintenance.

2. Moisture Resistance: Basements are prone to moisture issues and concrete flooring, when properly sealed, forms a barrier against moisture infiltration, preventing such problems. This makes it an ideal choice for basements with high humidity levels.

3. Versatility in Design: Concrete doesn’t have to look dull or industrial. It offers a wide range of design possibilities to suit your aesthetic preferences. You can customize concrete flooring with various finishes, stains, or decorative overlays to achieve the desired look – from sleek and modern to rustic and textured.

4. Ease of Maintenance: Busy homeowners appreciate the low maintenance requirements of concrete flooring. Regular sweeping and occasional mopping are usually sufficient to keep it clean. Concrete eliminates the need for frequent scrubbing, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a hassle-free flooring option.

5. Compatibility with Underfloor Heating: If you’re considering adding underfloor heating to your basement, concrete flooring is an excellent match. Its thermal mass properties allow it to retain and distribute heat efficiently, resulting in a comfortable and cozy environment during colder months.

6. Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to other flooring options, concrete is often more cost-effective, especially considering its durability and longevity. While initial installation costs may vary depending on factors such as surface preparation and decorative treatments, concrete flooring typically offers a favorable return on investment over time.

7. Sustainability: Concrete is an environmentally friendly choice for basement flooring. It’s composed of natural materials, such as cement, aggregate, and water, and can be recycled or repurposed at the end of its lifecycle.

When considering concrete basement flooring, it’s essential to work with experienced professionals who understand the unique requirements of basement environments. Proper surface preparation, moisture testing, and application of suitable sealants are critical to ensuring optimal performance and longevity.

Please feel free to reach out to us at 403-547-5597. We’re here to address your concerns and assist you in finding the perfect concrete solution for your needs.

Spring is here & our thoughts naturally turn to outdoor living

Embrace the season ahead by transforming your outdoor space into a haven for relaxation and entertainment. Concrete presents a versatile canvas for crafting your dream summer escape. Listed below are 5 highlights of the benefits of concrete and how it can add a touch of personality and charm to your backyard this season.

1. Coloured concrete offers a realm of hues that beckon you to explore. From a vast spectrum of shades, choosing has never been so fun when planning the perfect ambience.

2. Stamped concrete captures the essence of natural stone or rustic brick. The charming familiarity of stone pavers or the allure of weathered stones, all within your reach for a backyard sanctuary.

3. Stained concrete offers an artful infusion of durability and a kaleidoscope of hues. Hundreds of colours and finishes await, ready to transform your space into a work of art.

4. Stencilled concrete creates an open-air rug that ignites conversations and enlivens surfaces. Make a statement with a stencilled design to captivate your guests.

5. Exposed aggregate harmonizes with smooth concrete for a patio that merges aesthetics and functionality seamlessly.

As spring approaches, envision your outdoor sanctuary with a beautiful concrete patio, blending durability with a spectrum of colours for a captivating finish! The Hardscapes team will assist you in bringing your vision to life. Contact us at 403-547-5597 and we’ll help you create the idyllic summer escape you’ve been dreaming of.
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Say goodbye to dull and drab concrete surfaces with Hardscapes!

Are you tired of the sight of old, worn-out concrete surfaces on your property? Our specialty lies in the restoration and rejuvenation of various surfaces using a diverse range of top-notch products and systems.

Among our array of services, one of the most sought-after is our decorative concrete overlays. This transformative process involves the application of a thin layer of concrete over existing surfaces, breathing new life into them with a fresh, updated appearance. Additionally, we excel in engraved and stained concrete floors, infusing each space with a distinctive touch of character and style. Whether it’s concrete patios, driveways, staircases, basement floors, or even garage floor coatings, we cater to all residential, commercial, or industrial flooring needs.

We take immense pride in supplying and installing products for esteemed custom home-builders, general contractors, and homeowners alike, whether for renovation projects or modern updates. No project is too big or too small for us; from restaurant and retail/commercial flooring to warehouse and industrial flooring, we’ve got you covered.

At Hardscapes, quality and workmanship are at the forefront of everything we do. With full licensing and insurance, we ensure our clients receive nothing short of the best service possible.

Please feel free to reach out to us at 403-547-5597. We’re always eager to address your concerns and assist you in finding the perfect concrete solution for your needs. Say hello to a fresh new look with Hardscapes!
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Faux marble finish will take any floor to the next level

Marble is a luxurious, clean and classy looking material, but it is very expensive. The most natural looking and durable marble-like option is to create the marble look on concrete. Your floors will have the appearance of highly polished marble.

There are a variety of methods than can be used on new and existing concrete floors to transform concrete into marble.

  1. Staining – concrete acid stains are ideal for creating natural-looking marbling effects because they react with the concrete surface to produce light and dark areas that stimulate the colour variations of real stone.
  2. Metallic Epoxies – metallic epoxy floor coatings are like liquid marble for concrete because of their pearlescent qualities and reflective pigments and they are highly versatile allowing you to achieve an endless array of decorative effects.
  3. Burnishing – Burnishing can mimic the highlights and lowlights of marble by producing natural-looking colour variations. It involves hand or machine trowelling the surface over and over again in a swirling motion until the desired pattern and degree of colour variation is achieved.
  4. Painting – Painting concrete floors to look like marble is similar to faux finishing of walls and offers more colour options than concrete staining. The floor is first painted with the desired base colour, and then one or more accent colours are applied by brush or sponge to create veining effects.

If you’re looking for a trusted concrete floor finisher, look no further! Hardscapes has been providing quality craftsmanship, service and customer satisfaction for over 24 years. We’re here to answer all your questions, discuss your ideas, or to book a FREE personalized quote. Call 403-547-5597 today!
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Offering a complete line of concrete treatments & create perfect concrete structure every time

Hardscapes offers custom seamless flooring options for office, retail, restaurant, and warehouse/commercial applications. With thousands of colours, effects, textures and logo options, our durable, UV resistant, chemical resistant high performance flooring is the perfect solution for just about any flooring situation.
One-stop concrete flooring shop for unlimited applications

We’re a one-stop concrete flooring shop for anything from simple, solid colour industrial warehouse flooring choices, to beautiful, but more complex multi-coloured stained and metallic reflector floors.

The experts at Hardscapes specialize in:

  • Industrial/commercial floor coatings and protection
  • Retail, restaurants, and office flooring solutions
  • Residential concrete resurfacing, garage coatings, and flooring

To request a consultation, or for general questions, please contact Hardscapes at 403-547-5597. We’d be happy to make recommendations..

Looking for a rich, luxurious basement floor option?

“Rather than produce a solid, opaque effect like paint, stains permeate the concrete to infuse it with luminous, translucent tones that vary depending on the surface they are applied to and the application techniques used.” — Concrete Network

Stained concrete is especially effective for revitalizing dull, lackluster floors. From straight line to circular patterns, we specialize in decorative staining and offer options to create unique designs for new concrete floors or to freshen up your old flooring.

If you’d like to do something with your basement floors but you’re just not sure what, give us a shout at 403-547-5597 to discuss decorative stain as an excellent durable, wear resistant and affordable option.

The look of marble without the expense!

Marble is a luxurious, clean and classy looking material, but it is very expensive. Creating a faux marble finish will take any floor to the next level. The most natural looking and durable marble-like option is to create the marble look on concrete. Your floors will have the look of highly polished marble.

There are a variety of methods than can be used on new and existing concrete floors to transform concrete into marble.

  1. Staining – concrete acid stains are ideal for creating natural-looking marbling effects because they react with the concrete surface to produce light and dark areas that stimulate the color variations of real stone.
  2. Metallic Epoxies – metallic epoxy floor coatings are like liquid marble for concrete because of their pearlescent qualities and reflective pigments and they are highly versatile allowing you to achieve an endless array of decorative effects.
  3. Burnishing – Burnishing can mimic the highlights and lowlights of marble by producing natural-looking color variations. It involves hand or machine troweling the surface over and over again in a swirling motion until the desired pattern and degree of color variation is achieved.
  4. Painting – Painting concrete floors to look like marble is similar to faux finishing of walls and offers more color options than concrete staining. The floor is first painted with the desired base color, and then one or more accent colors are applied by brush or sponge to create veining effects.

If you’re looking for a trusted concrete floor finisher, look no further! Hardscapes has been providing quality craftsmanship, service and customer satisfaction for over 24 years. We’re here to answer all your questions, discuss your ideas, or to book a FREE personalized quote. Call 403-547-5597 today!
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Specializing in concrete overlays, engraved and stained coatings, and industrial/commercial finishes

Hardscapes Inc. can restore and rejuvenate a wide range of surfaces with a wide range of products and systems. We have a solution for any type of concrete flooring application.

Some of the attractive finishes we specialize in are decorative concrete overlays, engraved and stained concrete floors, garage floor coatings, and industrial/commercial floor coatings.

We supply and install products for many high-end custom home-builders and general contractors, as well as offer solutions for restaurants, retail/commercial flooring, warehouse and industrial flooring. All of these finishes are within the scope of our expertise.

To have a look at some of the projects we’ve done for our clients that showcase our work, browse through our Blog/Facebook or visit our Portfolio.

If you have any questions about our products and services, please contact us at 403-547-5597 and we will be happy to provide thorough answers to all your questions.

Hardscapes Inc. Concrete Reflector Floor

Quartz broadcast finish for a more monochromatic look

Hardscapes installed this quartz broadcast flooring project for an oil field service company. The floors through the shop lunchroom, hallways and bathrooms were all revitalized. With the quartz broadcast finish you’ll get more of a monochromatic look.

Quartz broadcast flooring is an incredibly durable, seamless, non-skid floor resistant to stains from oils and chemicals, easy to clean and antibacterial which made it a fantastic solution for this heavy use industrial application. Check out our images below. 

Quartz broadcast flooring is ideal for retail and commercial environments, plants and warehouses, schools and healthcare facilities, as well as residential applications.

To request a consultation or for general questions please contact Hardscapes at 403-547-5597. We’d be happy to make recommendations.

        

Ready to renew your outdoor concrete surface this summer? We have you “COVERED”!

Hardscapes offers a complete line of concrete treatments for for patios, porches, driveways, sidewalks, pool decks and more…

We are an authorized distributor for Elite Crete Systems, one of the top manufacturers for the decorative concrete industry. Elite’s product line includes concrete stains/dyes, decorative concrete overlays and epoxy coatings, to name a few.

Suitable for any outdoor concrete project, these versatile solutions will meet the specific needs of any exterior application. Concrete stain is one of the most popular and attractive forms of decorative concrete finishes. It creates a textured, natural wash of colour on concrete surfaces adding dimension and depth.

Whatever your concrete project for this summer season, now is the time to put your plan in place.

To learn more call 403-547-5597. Our team of professionals are ready to provide all the information you need to get your project underway.