Concrete Worktops, Basins, Materials & Design
Practical articles from Fluid Stone Studio covering polished concrete worktops, concrete basins, sealers, finishes, materials and architectural concrete.
Drawing on more than a decade of manufacturing bespoke concrete, these guides share what we’ve learned about specifying, making, maintaining and living with concrete surfaces.
3 Concrete Structures That Have Shaped the World
Concrete is the most popular and widely used building material. The man-made mix has incredible strength and versatility, lending itself well to so many different structures such as motorways and roads, buildings, skyscrapers, bridges and dams. In this article we’re...
How to Clean a Concrete Sink or Countertop
A Guide to Cleaning a Concrete Countertop or Concrete Sink So you have your new concrete countertop/worktop or concrete sink, fantastic! But now you need to figure out how to keep it clean. The first question you need to consider is - what kind of concrete worktops...
How to Add Concrete Into Your Home
Concrete, let’s face it - is just great. It’s a more cost-effective choice than other materials like marble, and stone, whilst being super versatile and durable. All this makes it easy to understand its growing popularity for interiors and home design. Concrete can...
Concrete Basin FAQ
Concrete basins and sinks have a very different appeal to the usual stainless steel or ceramic sinks you might find in a home. Their design is timeless yet contemporary - it will be hard for you to find something similar. We answer some FAQs about concrete basins. ...
A Marriage of Natural and Manmade: Concrete, Glass, Wood and Greenery
Fluidstone Studio has recently been part of an exciting project; a design of an open plan kitchen, living and dining area in a property in Oxford. The space has been transformed into an ultra-modern hub for the home - perfect from everything to cooking up a storm to...
The History of Concrete
It’s hard to put an exact time period on when concrete was the first invented as it depends on what you consider ‘concrete’. Ancient materials which are similar were made using gypsum or limestone. When sand and water are added to these, they become mortar, a...
What is Polished Concrete?
Polished concrete is an extremely versatile material. It is rapidly becoming the material of choice for interior designers and homeowners alike. Polished concrete has a timeless yet on-trend aesthetic, adding a touch of contemporary elegance to all settings. Combine...
Why Concrete is Our Favourite Material
It is probably no great surprise to you that we love concrete. We can also be the first to admit that concrete isn’t perfect, but with having made concrete worktops from it for years, and seeing how it turns out, we would still choose it every time. But why do we...
The Hard Stuff: Concrete’s Reign Over the Architectural World
“Concrete is anything but grey” Mix together water, aggregate and cement, and you will create concrete. This is often seen as one of the banalest building materials, not even as interesting as a brick wall. But when used in a creative way, concrete is anything...
How Thick Should Concrete Worktops Be?
When choosing the design of your concrete worktops, you will want them to look striking, solid and worth the investment. You’ll want them to be as lightweight as possible, fit for purpose, and have a superb finish. They will more than likely be the first thing people...