We kick things off by grinding the existing concrete slab using our concrete grinding machine fitted with 16 or 30 grit diamonds to expose the aggregate. Different aggregate exposure can be chosen to achieve a nil stone exposure, minimal stone exposure or maximum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based on your preference of finish. This will remove all scratches and imperfections from the surface.

All concrete will have cracks present, however, with our one-of-a-kind grouting process, we will repair cracks and fill holes that are within the concrete throughout the grinding and polishing process.

At this stage, you have the alternative to either apply a concrete coating for internal areas which is called a Grind and Seal or mechanically polishing the concrete as noted in the steps below. For external areas we can we seal with a penetrating sealer to provide a honed concrete finish or an anti slip concrete coating to provide a non slip grind and seal.

Hardening the concrete. Rather then applying a sealer or coating as mentioned above, to start the polishing process, we apply concrete floor densifiers during the polishing process to improve durability. We can improve the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It also prevents contaminants from building up over time.

Usually polish concrete starts with a 50-grit diamond resin pad. Based upon your choice of gloss, we will gradually increase the polishing pads accordingly. To achieve a incredibly high gloss, we would finish the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Last but not least, you’ll require to select your gloss finish. There are three options offered. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s take a look at each one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural appearance that’s used in commercial floors and homes. It’s a low-maintenance alternative that will stay looking great for many years. Also, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte surface. That means that you will not need to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an exceptional choice for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a lot of upkeep.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s pretty and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect choice for warehouses, factories, airport hangers, businesses, and more. Its level of shine is in between a matte and semi-gloss finish.

Semi-gloss finish polished concrete – This is a popular option due to the fact that you get the very best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but it’s quite shiny and bright. Dust and dirt will have a hard time appearing, and you’ll get a ton of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t have to invest as much on electrical power to light up your shop or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for customers that actually want the wow factor for their floors It provides really sensational reflections that are sure to turn heads. This option is popular in high priced houses, display rooms, and ritzy offices.

Among the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A simple schedule of mechanical and chemical maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will guarantee that your concrete floors stays in the beautiful condition that it was when you initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you need to carry out easy maintenance a few times a week. Remember, it all comes down to just how much heavy foot traffic is on your concrete floors in any given week. If your concrete sees a lot of heavy traffic every day, you need to clean it regularly. Ensure to:

Promptly tidy up any spills or dropped materials. This will prevent etching and chemical stains on your floor!
Dry mop or auto scrub every day. For higher traffic areas, be sure to spot clean them frequently. As long as you dry mop the entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking fabulous.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner offered by My Floor. A lot of typical cleaning agents found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. More often than not, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also appropriate to use.

To help retain the brilliant shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can carry out routine concrete cleaning and burnishing for your polished concrete floor. Below is a list of items and processes we use to maintain your existing concrete floor.

Diamond impregnated concrete polishing pads, a buffer, floor burnisher, or auto scrubber

We attach the diamond-impregnated pads to the underneath of our floor burnisher. From there, we run the head over the whole of the polished concrete surface.

As you can see, caring for your polished concrete floor isn’t a hassle at all. After all, its low maintenance is a big reason people pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete England Creek have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is ideal for outside settings. Take time to carefully pick the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be uninfluenced by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface may be too glossy in direct sunlight, nevertheless a matte surface on your existing concrete may be better

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when wet. All of it depends on the kind of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are perfect for indoor use. By nature, they are slip-resistant. This changes when you add water into the equation. That’s when MPC floors become quite slippery. If you’re searching for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we advise grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Similar to with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to apply an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually been sealed, it will end up being much less dangerous when wet.

Concrete will always crack. My Floor can repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing stage, however if your concrete moves (which it probably will in time) these cracks might reappear once again. Do not worry to much about this, we provide a crack repair service for a minimal cost to guarantee your cracks are taken care of throughout the life-span of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired quickly with the right procedures. Call the polished concrete repair specialist for more information about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based on the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life span can range from 10 years to longer than 30! The main factors are what you strike it with (a ballpoint pen for instance), how well-protected it is against dust build up, and its level of traffic. Generally speaking, any reputable company will provide at least ten years warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends greatly on how properly the slab is preserved and how often you participate in professional cleaning.