Cozy instead of dreary: How you can transform your balcony floor into an oasis of well-being in 5 simple steps
If you want to make your place in the sun beautiful, you should also take a closer look at the balcony floor, because with the right coverings it looks much more comfortable and stylish. We know the most beautiful and easy-care variations for your balcony.
Would you like to spruce up your balcony floor? Then you should try one of the following toppings. We reveal the advantages and disadvantages of each variant, explain what you should pay attention to and know the best tricks for care.
You need these floor coverings on your balcony
If you want to transform your balcony into a cozy oasis of well-being, you don’t necessarily have to use a hammer and saw. A simple textile accent is often enough to make bare concrete cozy in no time:
1. Carpet
Perhaps the easiest way to beautify your floor is with an outdoor rug. These are now available in different styles and sizes and give your balcony a particularly homely feel. Outdoor carpets are often made of polypropylene. These are particularly weatherproof and can stay outside even when it rains.
Our tip: In any case, make sure that the carpet is permeable to water so that all the moisture is not stored in it.
2. Wood
This material gives your balcony a beautiful look. It is particularly robust and can be laid relatively easily in the form of click tiles. Another plus point: it is an ecological, natural material.
Our tip: Please note that wood requires intensive care. This is the only way it will not become damaged or gray over time.
3.WPC
If you want things to be a little simpler and easier to maintain, install WPC on the balcony. This stands for “Wood Polymer Composites” and ultimately means that the tiles are a mix of wood and plastic fibers.
Our tip: These are also available in a wood look if you don’t want to miss out on a natural look on the balcony. However, WPC is easier to care for and does not splinter.
4. Tiles
This floor offers a wide range of colors and structures and therefore you can easily decorate your balcony with it. Tiles are particularly easy to clean thanks to their smooth surface.
Our tip: To ensure that the floor remains frost-proof, it is best to lay it on pedestals and make sure that there is a sufficient gradient of 2 percent so that rainwater can drain away.
5. Artificial turf
If you want to create a real garden feeling on your balcony, you can also lay artificial turf or first get a carpet with the same look. However, don’t expect it to come close to the texture of real grass since it is made of plastic. It is quick and easy to install.
Our tip: Make sure that the surface is clean and dry when laying the artificial turf, otherwise it can start to mold and need to be replaced more quickly.
