What are the Merits / Advantages and Demerits / Disadvantages of Cement/Concrete Flooring?

Merits/Advantages:
1.It is non absorbent and it is useful for water stores.
2.It is durable and hence it is commonly used in kitchen, bathrooms, schools, hospitals, drawing rooms, etc.
3.It is smooth and pleasing in appearance.
4.It is economical and has the advantage of costlier types of floors.
5.It possesses good wearing properties.
6.It can be easily maintained.
7.It is fire resistant.

Demerits/Disadvantages:
1.Defects in carelessly made floor cannot be rectified and requires proper attention while laying.
2.It cannot be repaired by patch work.

What are the Merits / Advantages and Demerits / Disadvantages of Mud Flooring?

Merits / Advantages:
1.It is cheap
2.It is hard
3.It is fairly impervious
4.It is easy in construction
5.It is easy to maintain
6.It remains warm in winter and cold in cold in summer and hence most suitable for places where the temperature is extreme during these seasons.

Demerits / Disadvantages:
1.It is only well suited for small towns and villages.