01-08-2010, 01:54 AM
Our decision to build with a slab was based on a number of factors.
1. I have a background in concrete so I could lay it out in finish it to my specs.
2. Cost. Since the labor was free I just paid for materials. Plus I could acid stain the floor and seal it before putting up the walls. When we were done with the walls it was just a matter of cleaning up the floor and we were pau. The acid stain floor is the most inexpensive solution if you have a slab
3. Temperature control. The slab absorbs heat during the day and releases it at night.
4. We have a friend in a wheelchair so it was no problem making it accessible for her
5. we loved the look and easy maintenance of concrete
Cons
Definitely hard on the joints. You need a few strategically placed throw rugs and were slippers
Jim
http://www.funkstoppers.com
http://www.barefootfloorcare.com
The funk stops here!
1. I have a background in concrete so I could lay it out in finish it to my specs.
2. Cost. Since the labor was free I just paid for materials. Plus I could acid stain the floor and seal it before putting up the walls. When we were done with the walls it was just a matter of cleaning up the floor and we were pau. The acid stain floor is the most inexpensive solution if you have a slab
3. Temperature control. The slab absorbs heat during the day and releases it at night.
4. We have a friend in a wheelchair so it was no problem making it accessible for her
5. we loved the look and easy maintenance of concrete
Cons
Definitely hard on the joints. You need a few strategically placed throw rugs and were slippers
Jim
http://www.funkstoppers.com
http://www.barefootfloorcare.com
The funk stops here!