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How do I improve the appearance of a concrete porch/entryway?

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This is a very small area (4×4, I would call it a "stoop" but it is under roof and is structurally necessary), but since it is my front entry it is very visible. It is a foot-thick concrete slab placed on top of a 2′ block wall. The slab is still solid, but its appearance is deteriorating as there are chips around its edges. It cannot be replaced, as there is a structural archway being supported by this "porch" floor. I wanted to use an epoxy/river stone or Nature Stone floor covering, but this is not available in my area so I am back to square one.

Painting it would not do enough. Outdoor carpet would not look right, and would be too much of a hassle to keep clean for such a small area. Can I use slate or stone facing on a floor? Any other ideas?


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    4 Responses to "How do I improve the appearance of a concrete porch/entryway?"

    • becca9892003 says:
      March 18, 2011 at 8:37 am

      use false stone on the sides or outdoor tile…can change the look dramitcally and fairly inexpensive…i would take a picture of your porch and go to your local building center and get some advice with the new products on the market today..lots of options

    • lforbes2_1999 says:
      March 18, 2011 at 8:37 am

      Stain it dont paint it. It is the latest think in big houses where I live. They are getting stain and putting it in a sprayer and spraying the concrete. It is gorgious!

    • buildingadvisor says:
      March 18, 2011 at 8:37 am

      Staining is a good option. Do not buy it from a Big Box Store. Look for a concrete contractor store. Many specialize in "decorative" concrete. Painting concrete becomes another upkeep issue. Slate tiles are a good option and simple to install. They weather very well. If you are in the Southeast, look for a Southeast Salvage Emporium. I was there recently and found great deals on tile. They also have stones in a "random" pattern that has a plastic mesh backing for easy of installation. With this product you do not have to cut the stones to fit, that has already been done, but it will look like a professional did it.

    • petethen2 says:
      March 18, 2011 at 8:37 am

      There are contractors out there who do concrete stamping,They take what you have and transform it into a multitude of shapes and colors, a lot of the work they do is quite remarkable. For example make it look like tile, slate,or what ever. I would never paint it because of the future maint. If you go with coloring it use stain.

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