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Stained Concrete Vs. Tile - Is It Cheaper To Tile Or Stained Concrete ?


Is It Cheaper To Tile Or Stained Concrete ?

Both concrete and tile flooring are suitable for indoor and outdoor construction. With the introduction of staining and stamping techniques that mimic the appearance of luxurious tile, concrete flooring has expanded from industrial and commercial applications to the heart of the home. 
Its versatility as countertops and back splashes make many people wonder if stained concrete or tile is the better choice for their home.

Appearance

With the help of an experienced professional, stained concrete can look like marble, slate, travertine or terra cotta. 
The process of staining concrete, as well as its increasing popularity, has led to the development of a rainbow of concrete stains and paints, giving you the same versatility as ceramic or porcelain tiles. 
By adding scoring or stamped designs, stained concrete replicates the exact appearance of tile work. 
By adding grout to the scoring lines, the illusion is complete. 
If you like the look of conventional tile but want the durability of concrete, consider concrete tile.

Durability and Maintenance

Tile durability depends on your choice of material. 
Marble is a hard surface but is prone to etching and discoloration from water, making it unsuitable for flooring in bathrooms, kitchens and entryways. 
Terra cotta and slate provide a rustic look but are not impact-resistant and crack or crumble easily. 
Travertine is ideal for high traffic areas with both indoor or outdoor flooring. 
Both tile and concrete require regular cleaning with mild, non-abrasive cleaners. 
High traffic areas require polishing to prevent clouding of the sealant. 
Concrete floors will not crack under the pressure of heavy furniture but are just as sensitive as tile to the shifting or sinking subfloors.

Cost

Installation of ceramic tile costs between $11 and $22 per square foot, according to the website Concrete Network. 
Natural stone tiles cost between $20 and $50 per square foot. Staining an existing concrete slab can cost $2 to $15 per foot. 
However, if a concrete slab must be installed, or the staining processes included multiple stains, stamping or scoring, the cost can quickly double or even triple. 
The expense of remodeling includes the removal of previous flooring, repair or installation of a suitable subfloor and then installation of the desired flooring type. 
New installation of tile typically is much more DIY-friendly than that of poured concrete. 
For example, you can cut individual tiles with handheld power tools or a rented saw, while scoring and finishing a concrete floor is a professional job.

Conclusion

Since cost is not relatively equivalent and stained concrete can be made to look like almost any tile, the answer is personal preference. 
Some people prefer to say they have marble tile installed in their living room. 
Other people are perfectly happy to fool their friends with a marble-like stain. 
Concrete has greater durability outdoors, particularly in high traffic areas, and staining an existing concrete slab may be seem the less labor-intensive choice to a homeowner.


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