What Is Microcement? A Simple Guide
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If you've been hearing the word "microcement" more and more, you're not imagining it.
It's one of the most requested finishes in residential and commercial interiors right now. Designers want it. Homeowners want it. And most installers can't do it yet.
So what is it, exactly?
The Short Answer
Microcement is a thin, hand-applied concrete coating. It goes over almost any surface — tile, drywall, concrete, cement board — and dries to a smooth, seamless finish with no grout lines, no joints, and no interruptions.
It looks like polished concrete, but it's only about 2–3mm thick. You don't need to demo anything to apply it.
Where It Works
- Floors (high-traffic residential and commercial)
- Walls and feature walls
- Showers and wet rooms (it's fully waterproof)
- Countertops and vanities
- Furniture and built-ins
- Staircases and outdoor spaces
That last one surprises people. Yes — microcement works outdoors.
Is It Actually Waterproof?
Yes, but here's the part most people get wrong.
With our Forcrete system, the waterproofing happens at the base coat level — not from the sealer. The sealer adds durability and sheen. The waterproofing is already there before you even open the sealer can.
This matters a lot in showers. It means there's no risk of water sneaking under the sealer and causing failures.
How Is It Applied?
Microcement is a skill. You mix Part A and Part B together, apply it in thin layers with a trowel, sand between coats, and seal at the end. The whole process takes 2–3 days depending on the project size.
That's why training matters. A poorly applied microcement floor looks bad and fails fast. A properly applied one looks incredible for years.
Why Are Contractors Adding It?
Because almost nobody else offers it yet — and clients are asking for it.
Tile installers, painters, bathroom remodelers, and concrete finishers are all finding that one microcement training opens up a completely new service line. Higher margin. Less competition. More interesting work.
If you want to add it to what you offer, we run hands-on 2-day certification trainings throughout the year across the US.