DIY Microcement Flooring - Bulletproof Floors For Under $3/Sqft!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Would you try microcement floors?

[@krickette5569]

I would have before you did this video. lol Not so much now. I have a bare cement floor in the den where I removed carpeting. I'm considering just doing a stain on it but first need to find out if I can stain old concrete.

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

@@krickette5569 if the concrete is in pretty good shape I say just stain it! We didn’t really have a choice because of all the mastic + paint

[@lynnharrell9598]

@@krickette5569, if the concrete does not have a sealer on it, you can stain it regardless of the age of the concrete as it naturally is very porous. You need to spray it on (a pump up sprayer will work). Do not use a roller, because the roller marks will show. Start in an inconspicuous section until you get the hang of it. Good luck.

[@krickette5569]

@@lynnharrell9598 Thank you for that! I appreciate it!

[@krickette5569]

@@JAMIEANDSARAH It's got some carpet glue on it but I have been scraping that off, other than that it's in great shape. .

[@helloemilymills]

So impressed by your hard work Jamie! Love seeing the progress

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks so much!

[@shawnhaynes8804]

Shout out to you Jamie! Awesome job. You are the GOAT! Looks great 👏

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate the kind words!

[@Troy_Kelly]

Wow, it sounds like you’ve been through quite the journey with your flooring project! I recently tackled a similar demo at my place, and I can relate to how heavy those cabinets can be. I underestimated the weight too and had to recruit a couple of friends to help. Removing the old tile was definitely the toughest part for me as well. I remember dampening the area to keep dust down, and it made a noticeable difference. Renting a dumpster was a lifesaver; I filled a 20-yard one in no time! Your choice of micro topping sounds interesting. I used something similar for my floors, and it took two coats to get a nice finish without ridges. The squeegee method worked best for me too, but it took some practice to get the technique right. I totally understand the anxiety about the final look after sealing. The color can change quite a bit! I went with a darker shade and was pleasantly surprised at how much character it added to my space. Excited to see how your project turns out! Your updates are really motivating, especially for those of us tackling our own flooring challenges. Keep up the great work!

[@heyhope326]

Love the light floors!! Such a vibe.

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

😎😎

[@_JanetLouise]

impressive! your willingness to take on these big projects is very impressive!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks! Floors are always a huge pain! 🤣

[@dot2dal]

What a huge project- amazing! Love your videos!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks so much!

[@cherylchesnut9563]

What a big job! It looks great

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thank you!

[@shelleycurry4644]

Absolutely beautiful!! I've been using the same product in various areas for my home renovation. It is a learning experience. I'm in the middle of prepping cement board in a bathroom at the moment. I'm curious how your floor is doing with the weight of heavy structures, is it holding up well, have you noticed any cracks at all? I'm just concerned with placing a free standing tub over it, questioning if I should use a fiber mesh reinforcement? Fantastic job you did, thank you for putting this video out there! There isn't much information on the "how to" process of micro cement flooring, greatly appreciated!!! Thank you!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

@@shelleycurry4644 thanks so much! We don’t have to worry about heavy objects because it is a slab house. Concrete subfloor not wood. I would add mesh for a tub in a bathroom if you have wood joists/supports

[@alee9961]

Wow! Lots of work! Great video while doing it! Huge improvement! Well done!🙏🏼🙆🏻‍♀️

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks! 😊

[@sarahh7024]

Holy cow, you sure take on the projects

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

💯😎

[@cd1168]

I think it looks great

[@jonperrault8954]

You guys are amazing! Keep up the great work!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks so much for the kind words! 😊

[@catherinelumley2817]

Wow starting to look amazing well done❤

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks so much 😊

[@alanmccarthy4004]

Looks great, nice work! No insulation though? Will be cold in the winter surely?

[@purplewombat1923]

The floor looks great!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks! 😎

[@grace143ed]

Such a big job - well done!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks a ton!

[@slonecznikdoniczkowy]

Looks great and I admire the hard work! In the kitchen area you can install a black board or magnetic board and hung knifes and ect.

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thanks! Great idea!

[@kathyritchey9526]

Awesome job ❤

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Thank you! 😄

[@debbydhill]

Great job! Labor intensive, but worth it.

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Yes! Thank you!

[@PeaceTrainJump]

Glad you take safety precautions.

[@7th_CAV_Trooper]

You could have paid professionals to lay terrazzo for the same price and half the effort. Pro tip, next time you do flooring remove the baseboards. When you put them back, the imperfections around the edges will be hidden. This is why baseboards exist.

[@bajacowgirl3170]

I don't think a sliding barn door fits with the MCM style of the home. Love the floors though.

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

True! By “barn” door we means sliding door. The one we found is all frosted glass

[@braidenmaddox7911]

Which pigment color did you use?

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Smoke

[@braidenmaddox7911]

@@JAMIEANDSARAH How many coats of the sealer did you use?

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

@ 2 coats of 400wb

[@CocoaBeans1919]

❤

[@iimimat]

I can’t believed hgtv passed on you guys that is their loss!

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

😊😊

[@marketinggenius4438]

Surely there have been at least one pair of shoes your size in one of those return pallets??😆

[@JAMIEANDSARAH]

Haha we didn’t want to track in any dirt during the process!