The Cement Look: An Interior Design Star

Imagine how you customize your favorite belongings—your phone, your car—to reflect your personal style. The same principle applies to home décor. Interior design today is about creating spaces that reflect individual tastes. One trend that’s capturing attention is the “cement look,” a style inspired by modernity and industrial aesthetics.

Although reminiscent of the industrial trends from the late 80s and 90s, the cement look is currently favored by architects and interior designers for its ability to create seamless surfaces without overwhelming the space. This style can tie different rooms together while bringing a quiet, loft-inspired atmosphere with strong visual continuity.

Opting for Policrete to remodel your home is a practical decision. We build seamless surfaces for floors, walls, stairs, and countertops using a proprietary platform with two execution systems (resin-based and panel-based). We can refinish existing floors, walls, and countertops and deliver a cohesive transformation with less demolition in many interior scopes. Finish options come in a range of styles and colors to support the direction you want.

A cement-based seamless finish is often the go-to approach for achieving this look. Made from cement, a cement-based seamless finish can create a smooth, continuous result. Its popularity in interior design comes from its versatility and its ability to cover floors, walls, and select furniture surfaces with minimal disruption when the substrate conditions are right.

In addition to a cement-based seamless finish, other materials like cement and polished concrete can be combined to enhance the aesthetic. The variety of colors and textures available can help create a cohesive visual union of decorative elements.

Policrete’s proprietary seamless finish can deliver a similar cement look with a specification defined for the space’s needs. With a wide range of colors and textures, it can also support projects where a cement-based seamless finish may not be the preferred approach.

These materials help create spaces that are not only visually refined but also expressive and personal. Floors and walls are just the beginning. When combined with wood or metal, outdoor seating areas can feel both durable and tailored to your style.

Cement and concrete blend naturally with wood, which can soften the visual weight of these materials. Depending on the type of wood used, you can land on a more modern or more classic effect, especially in bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms.

A cement-based seamless finish, cement, and concrete are also used for smaller items—from flower pots to outdoor lamps. What once seemed impractical is now achievable through controlled, thin-build applications.

For larger furniture pieces, cement tables with copper or wood accents are often sought after. A cement-based seamless finish or a proprietary seamless finish can add a stone-like character to the décor. When combined with wood, metal, or glass, these materials support a clean, modern look. Warm copper with cement tones offers a contemporary twist, while clear glass paired with blue cement can make a bold statement.

This trend works beautifully both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor seating, when detailed and protected appropriately, can help create a natural, relaxed atmosphere in many environments.

Policrete offers two execution systems to bring this look into your home with long-lasting performance. Our proprietary surface systems can be specified to echo the character of a cement-based seamless finish or polished concrete, creating cohesive spaces with the continuity that defines the “cement look.”

With the “cement look,” you can give your home an industrial flair combined with other trends. Why not explore it for your next project?