I had been eagerly awaiting this moment: the arrival of our new PVC floor in a realistic concrete look. Last week, the materials were delivered, and over the weekend, we tackled the installation ourselves. If you caught that impressive Ambiant Floors truck on my Instagram, you know the excitement was real. Once the floor was inside, I could barely wait to begin—but on Ambiant Floors' expert advice, we let it acclimatize for 48 hours. Those two days felt endless!
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Like many homeowners, I wanted to dive right in. However, proper preparation is essential for a flawless result—not just with PVC floors, but in all renovation projects. After demolishing parts of our home, we repaired the ceilings before the plasterer arrived. Then came weeks of drying time for the stucco before painting. We also leveled the living room, kitchen, and dining room floors ourselves (a story for another post). Post-leveling, we waited for it to dry fully, followed by the 48-hour acclimatization.
Just as we were ready for the floor, a new steel door arrived—tempting, but installation had to wait. Despite the delays, every square meter we laid brought immense satisfaction. The work was demanding, but the emerging beauty was worth it. I'm confident in its long-term performance based on its premium quality.
Two full pallets arrived via a professional truck. We positioned one right by the sliding doors to minimize heavy lifting—the boxes are substantial, a testament to their high-quality construction. During acclimatization, I unpacked sample planks from our click-system PVC to preview the finish. The result? Absolutely captivating. Our upcoming installation guide will share practical tips, especially since misleading YouTube videos set unrealistic expectations. Whether opting for concrete or wood-look PVC, DIY is achievable with the right approach.
Selecting a floor is a big decision, often based on in-store samples or mailed swatches. As detailed in my guide to choosing floors, our room planner helped visualize options perfectly. We settled on this PVC concrete-look click floor for its practicality and future flexibility over seamless alternatives. As furnishing progresses, it looks even more striking—our sofa is back in place, enhancing the overall effect.
Despite being a click system, the joints are virtually invisible and smooth to the touch—no seams to feel. This design ensures excellent water resistance, preventing any liquid penetration.
We're pairing it with black, white, gray, and natural tones for a modern vibe. Black accessories add edge, while planned wooden wall accents will introduce warmth—crucial for concrete aesthetics in PVC or other materials. Pinterest inspires our vision, blending seamlessly around our existing wardrobe.
