Although the cement finish was originally used on the floors of shops and offices thanks to its resistance, today we see it applied to a wide variety of both architectural and decorative elements within the home. If you want to know 10 ways in which you can incorporate it into the landscaping finish of your garden, stay and check out this book of ideas that we have created for you today at homify, we are sure that you will love it. Join us!
1. On the garden walls
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1. On the garden walls
Polished cement can have an excellent presence in any space, and even more so on the walls of patio or garden. It is the perfect finish to create a modern contrast, complementing a clean, simple design with straight lines.
2. On the trails
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2. On the trails
Cement is often chosen by designers and architects due to its versatility. It is an excellent option for outdoor environments because it does not require subsequent finishes, coatings, or painting, thus lowering construction and maintenance costs. Here we see him employed in the garden paths.
3. On the stairs leading to the garden
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3. On the stairs leading to the garden
Concrete stairs are a trend in decoration, architecture and design, and the reason is because they have many advantages, for example: they are cheap, durable, resistant, practical, and polished they look simply fantastic.
4. In the pool
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4. In the pool
Cement pools are relatively quick to build because there is no digging involved, a process that can take up to several weeks to build. In addition, it also helps that they are not usually too large.
5. Through a painted concrete floor
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5. Through a painted concrete floor
This is an amazing idea to add a touch of color to the piso of polished cement from your garden. In this case, the effect was achieved through paint in powder form that was gradually integrated into the mixture. Cement paint opens the door to many different styles, however, try to protect it so that it lasts longer.
6. Through a beautiful campfire
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6. Through a beautiful campfire
What better way to have a good time in the company of family and friends, than around a beautiful concrete fire pit in the garden? Like the living room inside the house, the campfire serves as a lively place to congregate thanks to the crackling of the flames that create a cozy atmosphere.
7. And how about through a peaceful source of water?
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7. And how about through a peaceful source of water?
White cement is a versatile material with applications that can be as wide as those of gray cement, and great potential in the field of interior decoration and design, residential, commercial, industrial construction, civil works, architecture and the art.
Here we see it perfectly used in a water fountain that adorns the garden.
8. In an informal and carefree furniture for the garden area
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8. In an informal and carefree furniture for the garden area
Cement is a very resistant and relatively light material. Thanks to it, we can give an industrial, informal and carefree touch to garden furniture. As we normally find it unpainted, that feeling of crudeness is increased, which we will tend to counteract by combining it with other materials, such as: textiles, iron, wood, etc.
9. In the pots
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9. In the pots
Cement pots are designed to withstand any weather, making them ideal for incorporating into garden décor. Simply choose the model you like best and add them to your landscaping project.
Trust us, you won’t be disappointed!
10. And last but not least, in the garden pergola
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10. And last but not least, in the garden pergola
Concrete pergolas are made from a mixture of cement, river sand, gravel, and water. Nowadays, this type of pergola is one of the most used elements in Anglo-Saxon naturalistic gardens.