Polished concrete
Hard, breathable, seamless, low upkeep. Natural variation and visible joints.
Epoxy
Wide color range. A film that can peel or yellow and needs a dry slab.
Tile
Many styles. Grout lines trap dirt and can crack with the slab.
Vinyl
Soft, quiet and inexpensive. Can dent, lift or trap moisture.
Use the Compare tool
Weigh what matters to you in our comparison tool.
Compare by situation
Think about moisture, traffic, repairs, appearance and how long you will own the space. Each option wins in some situations.
Hidden differences
Grout lines, seams, adhesives and coatings are the weak spots of other floors. Polished concrete has joints and cracks but no seams or adhesives.
Let the tool help
The Floor Comparison tool on this site scores the options against the priorities you set, so you can see which one fits best.
Quick answers
Which is best?
It depends on your priorities.
Which has the lowest cost?
Upfront and lifetime costs differ.
