Many people are not aware of the huge influence that floor design has on the overall atmosphere of an area and unfortunately neglect it. This also and especially applies to the balcony. You can make a big difference by simply beautifying the balcony floor. What options are available to you? We have some nice ideas for balcony design.
After you have cleaned and prepared the balcony well for the new season, it is time to design it, which is the more pleasant task. And it's not even that difficult to beautify the balcony floor. It also has tonot necessarily a ton of moneycost. Sometimes you can use what you already have.
You can paint the floor of the balcony
A simple coat of paint is perfect if you want to beautify the balcony floor quickly and, above all, cheaply. It is important that you choose the right color and we don't just mean the color (the brighter, the more spacious the balcony appears). Outside on the balcony it is sometimes warm, sometimes cold, sometimes the sun shines on the ground, sometimes it gets wet from snow and rain... So the color you choose should be weather-resistant so that you don't have to constantly renew it. Very goodSo-called cement paint is suitable, which is available both in liquid form for direct application and as a powder for mixing yourself.
Tipp:Avoid using it in direct sunlightto delete. This causes the paint to dry faster than you can work and the result can be streaky or blotchy. Better wait for a shady period. It shouldn’t be too cold either – at least 5 degrees.
Beautify the balcony floor with wooden tiles that can be put together
Admittedly, the snap-together wooden tiles aren't exactly a cheap option, but you can't deny that the wood looks beautiful and makes a balcony much more comfortable. Since this flooring can last forever if cared for properly (especially if you store it away in the winter), it's definitely worth the investment.
Do you already own such tiles, but they are no longer in good condition? Don't throw them away, you don't have to spend money on new ones. Simply oiling or waxing will make them look like new again. More stubborn stains can usually be removed with fine sandpaper. Takethis oil careAlso add it to your spring routine now so that the wood stays beautiful for a long time.
Permanently beautify the balcony floor with tiles or WPC
These two variants are also a slightly more expensive affair, but you can enjoy them for a long time. We don't need to explain much about the tiles: you have a huge selection when it comes to size, shape and color/pattern. It is best to choose light colors for a small balcony to make it appear larger. It is best to stick tiles on pedestals. This makes them particularly frost-proof. The gradient should not be forgotten either, because after all, rainwater should not collect in the form of puddles, but should be able to run off.
Then there are the WPC floorboards, which consist of a mixture of wood fibers and plastic fibers and can be cut to size like tiles.Through the plasticThe floor covering becomes very weather-resistant and long-lasting.
Beautify the floor of the balcony with carpet
The carpet should also be suitable for outdoor use (made of polypropylene) in order to withstand the weather. Then even rain can't harm it. Since you cannot and will not cover the entire floor with carpets, it is advisable to first ensure that the surface is visually pleasant. Thenthe outdoor carpet canbecome a beautiful accent and wonderfully enhance the seating area - you will immediately feel like you are in a cozy living room, but can enjoy the fresh air and sun.
Natural flair with little money – lay artificial turf
Would you like to feel a little like you are in the garden? Then good old artificial turf is a good option if you want to beautify the balcony floorAppearance of a lawnto awaken. But don't expect more than this flooring ultimately delivers - it doesn't feel like grass and isn't made from artificial blades of grass. Nevertheless, they are quite popular.
