Microcement Home Friesland

Friesland has its own language, its own culture and its own building style. The Frisian farmhouses with their characteristic pyramid roof, the townhouses in Leeuwarden, the waterfront homes along the Frisian lakes. It is a province where traditions are cherished, but where there is also room for innovation in interior design.

Microcement fits surprisingly well in Frisian interiors. The warm tones of the material combine beautifully with the wood and brick that characterise many Frisian homes. And the seamless finish brings a clean calm that suits Frisian pragmatism. In a pyramid-roof farmhouse where the interior opens up to the ridge, a continuous microcement floor enhances the sense of space and light.

The Frisian soil is predominantly clay, which provides a stable substrate for floors. Combined with the flexibility of the Forcrete system, this creates a surface that barely moves with the seasons. The build-up of just 3 millimetres barely loads the existing construction, an important advantage when renovating listed farmhouses where load-bearing capacity is a concern.

Leeuwarden, European Capital of Culture in 2018, has since developed a thriving creative sector. Galleries, restaurants and design shops in the city centre increasingly choose microcement for its combination of aesthetics and practical maintenance. In Sneek and Heerenveen we see the same trend in private homes and hospitality venues.

We are happy to come to Friesland. The journey is an investment we make because we believe every home in the Netherlands deserves craftsmanship of the highest level. We carefully plan projects in the north in consecutive working weeks.

In Frisian homes we apply microcement on floors, walls and in bathrooms. The combination of a microcement floor with wooden beam ceilings is a beloved look in renovated farmhouses. The contrast between the rustic wooden structure and the smooth, modern surface creates an interior that is timeless.

For bathrooms we use the Forcrete waterproof system. In Friesland, where moisture from the proximity of lakes and the IJsselmeer is always a concern, that provides extra assurance. Walk-in showers, washbasins and walls are seamlessly finished without joints where moisture can penetrate.

The Frisian lakes attract thousands of water sports enthusiasts annually. Holiday homes and bed-and-breakfasts around Sneek, Grou and Tjeukemeer choose microcement for the combination of luxury appearance and practical maintenance. Wet feet, sandy shoes and heavy use by changing guests: microcement can handle it.

Kitchens also benefit from microcement. Countertops, sinks and backsplashes in the same material as the floor create a cohesive whole that visually enlarges the kitchen.

We are a certified Forcrete installer and take the journey to Friesland seriously. We plan projects carefully so we work efficiently and you do not wait longer than necessary. Pom and his team apply every layer with the same precision as in any other project, regardless of the distance.

Our reference projects, including farmhouses and concept stores, demonstrate that we can handle diverse architectural styles. A Frisian pyramid-roof farmhouse differs fundamentally from a Rotterdam townhouse, and that knowledge of different substrates and construction types makes the difference in the end result.

We exclusively use the complete Forcrete system: primer, base layers, finishing layers and sealer. Each product is developed to work together, guaranteeing waterproofing and adhesion. In the humid Frisian climate, that system guarantee is particularly valuable.

We start with an introductory visit to your home. We assess the situation, discuss your wishes and put together a colour and texture proposal. After that you receive a clear quote.

We plan the execution in consecutive days so the journey is efficient. An average of around five working days for a complete home. We stay in the region if needed.