Floors, Stairs
Which microcement set to choose for floors or stairs?
Interior floors
For residential and high-traffic areas. Complete microcement system for modern seamless floors in apartments, houses, corridors and commercial interiors.
Stairs and steps
For a unified appearance of the space. Microcement is suitable for staircases, landings and adjoining floors, provided the substrate is solid, stable and properly prepared.
Underfloor heating
For a thin and flexible build-up. Microcement can also be used with underfloor heating if the substrate is cured, stable and free of active cracks.
Complete microcement sets for floors and stairs
Complete microcement sets for floors and stairs are designed to create a modern, seamless surface with high aesthetic value and good operational durability. Suitable for living rooms, corridors, bathrooms, kitchens, commercial spaces and staircases.
The sets contain complementary materials for substrate preparation, microcement layer, pore sealing and final surface protection. This means you do not have to select individual products separately and can be assured the layers are systemically compatible.
Why choose a microcement floor?
A microcement floor creates a continuous surface without traditional joints. Thanks to its thin layer, it is suitable for renovations as well as new builds and can often be applied over existing solid substrates without major demolition.
The resulting surface looks modern, clean and natural. Microcement combines well with wood, metal, stone, glass and minimalist furniture. Unlike conventional tiles, it does not appear divided by joints and visually unifies the entire space.
Where can microcement be used on floors?
Living rooms and corridors
Microcement is suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, studies, corridors and entrance areas. In more heavily used spaces, correct build-up, quality final lacquer and regular maintenance are essential.
Bathrooms and kitchens
On floors in bathrooms and kitchens, final protection against water, grease and routine cleaning is crucial. The substrate must be solid, cohesive and properly prepared.
Stairs and landings
Microcement can be used for stair treads, risers and adjoining landings. Stairs are mechanically stressed, so special attention must be given to edges, details and protective layers.
Existing tiles or concrete
For renovations, microcement can be applied over old tiles, concrete or screed if the substrate is solid, sound and free of active cracks. The surface must be degreased, prepared and unified with a suitable primer.
What does a floor microcement set include?
The floor set is designed as a comprehensive system. It contains materials for substrate preparation, a base microcement layer, a final decorative microcement, pore sealer and protective lacquer designed for operational wear.
You choose the set based on the required area in m². For floors, we recommend allowing a margin especially in complex rooms, stairs, niches, corners and details where consumption might be higher than on simple flat surfaces.
The substrate is essential for floors
The condition of the substrate is critical for microcement floors. It must be solid, cohesive, dry, stable and free of active cracks. Microcement is a thin-layer material and does not cover structural problems in the substrate.
If the substrate moves, cracks or has active expansion joints, these movements can eventually appear in the finished surface. Therefore, expansion joints must be respected and problematic areas technically resolved before application.
Microcement and underfloor heating
Microcement can also be used with underfloor heating. It is important that the substrate is cured, stable and that the heating system has been properly warmed up and tested according to the build-up type before application.
The advantage of microcement is its thin layer, so it does not unnecessarily increase the floor's structural height. If done correctly, it works well with both water-based and electric underfloor heating.
What should I watch out for with stairs?
Stairs are more demanding than a normal flat floor. The most stressed parts are the edges of treads, corners, nosings and places with frequent shoe contact. These details require precise work and thorough final protection.
If stairs have sharp, damaged or unsound edges, these must be repaired before application. Microcement creates the final appearance but does not replace the strength of a poorly prepared substrate.
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Frequently asked questions about microcement for floors and stairs
Is microcement suitable for floors?
Yes, microcement is suitable for interior floors if used as a complete system and the substrate is solid, stable, dry and free of active cracks.
Can microcement be used over old tiles?
Yes, if the tiles are solidly fixed, not hollow and the substrate is stable. The surface must be degreased, prepared and unified with a suitable primer.
Is microcement suitable for stairs?
Yes, microcement can be used on stairs. However, stairs require more care with application, edge protection and detail accuracy, so thorough preparation is necessary.
Does microcement work with underfloor heating?
Yes, microcement can be used with underfloor heating. The substrate must be cured, stable and the heating system properly tested before application.
Must expansion joints be maintained in a microcement floor?
Yes. Active expansion joints and structural movements of the substrate must be respected. If only covered with a continuous layer, they may eventually show through the finished surface.
Is a microcement floor jointless?
Microcement creates a continuous surface without the traditional tile joints. However, technical expansion joints and structural connections must be dealt with according to the specific substrate.
Can I make a microcement floor myself?
It is possible, but flooring is a more demanding application. Levelness, sanding, continuity of strokes, clean work and correct application of the final protection are all important.
How do I calculate the amount of material for the floor?
Base calculations on the actual area in m². For stairs, complex rooms, corners and details, we recommend allowing a margin as consumption may be higher than for simple flat surfaces.
Not sure about the set for floors or stairs?
Send us the size of the area, type of substrate, information about underfloor heating and a photo of the space. We will recommend the appropriate set, layer build-up and application procedure tailored to your project.
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