Microcement for Toronto bathrooms, kitchens, floors, and feature walls

The following are some frequently asked questions about microcement that we will answer in this section:

• What does microcement mean?
• How do you use microcement?
• Can water get through microcement?
• How much is microcement?
• Can I use microcement in the bathroom?
• Can floors be sealed with microcement
• Do you think I should use microcement or Venetian plaster?

What does microcement mean?

Microcement is an artistic finish made of lime and cement that looks like plaster. It is becoming more popular in Toronto, but it is already well-known and popular in many other cities and countries around the world. The end finish can be anything from smooth stone walls to rough walls and ceilings made of industrial cement. You can also use microcement on chairs, floors, walls, and baths.

How do you use microcement?

A special shovel is used to spread microcement. The application method isn’t the same for every program, but in general, it works like this:

Patch, tape, and finish the surface with primer sealer to get the area ready.

• Use a special filler for microcement.
• Put on two or three coats of microcement.
• If you want, sand the finish.
• If you want to, put on several coats of specialty sealer.
• Let the last coat of paint dry.

How microcement is used is shown above in a simple way. There can be anywhere from 2 to 5 layers of microcement, depending on the surface and final look. There are times when you need to put a mesh between the layers to keep them from breaking. In the parts that follow, we’ll talk about the layers in more depth.

Can water get through microcement?

It’s possible, yes.

Since microcement is very strong and doesn’t absorb water, you don’t always need to use a waterproof finish or the Schluter system. But if you need to waterproof your microcement finish, you will always need to use a waterproof sealer, and sometimes you will need to use a Schluter system to get the area ready.

Before you put down the microcement in a shower, you need to put down a waterproof barrier like a Schluter board system. Speciality mortar and flexible waterproof sheets make up the Schluter board system. These are put down on top of cement boards or moisture-resistant drywall. A sealer coat is still needed after the microcement is put on top of the Schluter systems.

For the final coat of microcement bathroom walls and wet areas like walls near sinks and pool need a special waterproof sealer but might not need the full schluter system. The sealer comes in different sheens, such as satin, shiny, and matte.

How much is microcement?

For jobs bigger than 500 square feet, the price per square foot is between $20 and $35. There is a big range because some areas need more work to get them ready, more coats, and more features.

At the low end, $20/sq ft is charged for big spaces like floors or walls that don’t have alot edges or working from heights , like tall walls that need scaffolding.

The $35/sq ft price is for places like baths that need a variety of layers or ceilings that are require working overhead.

For jobs smaller than 500 square feet, the set price is between $4,000 and $8,000, or even less for small walls. We have set prices for projects in Toronto that are less than 500 square feet because each one needs a certain amount of setup time and service fee to be possible.

Surfaces preperation, design, setup, application and material are things that may vary for each microcement job. We try our best to stay within our clients’ budgets and offer other options that might be better or more cost-effective.

The prices above are how we set our prices. Rates can vary from business to business. The prices we charge are fair for the high-quality work we do.

Can I put a microcement on top of the tiles?

Yes. Special mesh can be put between the first and second coats of microcement so that the microcement can be put right on top of the tiles without cracking. Microcement can be used over floor tiles and shower tiles, which can save you money and time on renovations.

Microcement can be a reasonably priced way to update floors and baths that doesn’t require a lot of removal. You don’t have to tear down your walls and floors to get a modern cement finish. You can choose a smooth or rough finish and make it any color you want.

Is it possible to use microcement on floors?

Yes. Microcement floors look good and last a long time. You can also save money by putting the microcement over tiles that are already there instead of tearing them up and putting down new flooring. To keep it from breaking, you may need to add a mesh between the first and second coats again.

There are also a lot of different designs, colors, and sheens for microcement floors. You can make a design with a rough texture and a matte sheen, for instance, or one with a smooth texture and a shiny shine. To make sure the sealer coat gets between the rough textures, you will need to use a thick brush if you choose a design with those features.

When it comes to putting microcement on floors in your Toronto job, you have a lot of choices.

Microcement over existing floor examples:

• Over existing tiles like in your front entrance for example.
• On top of bathroom floor tiles
• On top of old, rough cement floors
• On walks and patios outside

Do I need to use Venetian Plaster or Microcement?

“What’s the difference between microcement and Venetian plaster?” is a question we get a lot. such as “Should I use microcement or Venetian plaster?” This piece talks about how microcement and Venetian plaster are different. Which one you choose will depend on the features and style you want.

It’s easy to use, up-to-date, long-lasting, hard when it dries, and waterproof. Microcement dries much faster than Venetian plaster, so you can’t add as much detail. It also only comes in one grain size: microcement.

Venetian clay is natural, plain, fancy, intricate, long-lasting, sometimes waterproof, and so on. Because Venetian plaster takes longer to dry than microcement, you have more time to shape or “draw” with it. There are also different grain sizes in Venetian clay, which lets you add more depth and detail to the design.

Microcement and Venetian plaster can both look simple and up-to-date. The real question is whether you want more longevity (microcement) or more features and customization (Venetian plaster).

We can help you plan your space and choose the best finish if you book a design session with us.