Salt and Pepper

Salt and Pepper polished concrete is a distinctive style that achieves an industrial aesthetic by grinding the surface just enough to expose the tops of the aggregate. This technique creates a visual effect reminiscent of salt and pepper scattered across the floor, hence the name. The result is a finish that showcases the natural variability of the concrete, with patches of larger, heavier stones interspersed with areas of smaller, lighter ones, giving each floor unique character. This style is particularly favoured in spaces that embrace a raw, minimalist design ethos.

Polished concrete floor in bathroom with a salt and pepper finish
close up of a polished concrete floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
shiny salt and pepper concrete floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor
Salt and Pepper Polished Concrete Floor

This look is more common in cafes and shops with older concrete or in homes that are looking for more of an industrial look. Because there is more grinding than marble and Batch this is a better option if your floor has any stains, scratches, humps or dips.