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 picked to achieve a nil stone exposure, very little stone exposure or optimum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your choice of finish. This will remove all scratches and flaws from the surface.

All concrete will have fractures present, however, with our unique grouting process, we will repair cracks and fill holes that are within the concrete throughout the grinding and polishing process.

At this phase, you have the choice 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 listed 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 use concrete floor densifiers during the polishing process to enhance durability. We can enhance the density of the surface up to 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from building up in time.

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

Last but not least, you’ll need to choose your gloss surface. There are three choices offered. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s take a look at every one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural appearance that’s utilized in commercial floors and houses. It’s a low-maintenance option that will stay looking amazing for years. Also, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte finish. That means that you will not have to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an excellent choice for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without needing to do a lot of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite and easy to maintain. It’s an ideal alternative 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 trendy option due to the fact that you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but it’s very glossy and bright. Dust and dirt will have a hard time appearing, and you’ll get a lots of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t have to invest as much on electrical energy to light up your shop or home!

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

Among the very best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A basic schedule of mechanical and chemical maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will make sure that your concrete floors stays in the pristine condition that it was when you first got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you need to perform simple maintenance a few times a week. Bear in mind, 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. Make sure to:

Immediately 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 stay looking wonderful.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner supplied by My Floor. A lot of common cleaning agents found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. Most of the time, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive cleaning agents are also appropriate to use.

To help keep the lustrous shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can perform 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 entirety of the polished concrete surface.

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

Definitely! Polished concrete is perfect for outdoor settings. Take some time to thoroughly select 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, however a matte finish on your existing concrete might be preferable

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

Concrete will usually crack. My Floor can fix existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing stage, however if your concrete moves (which it more than likely will with time) these cracks might reappear once again. Do not panic to much about this, we provide a crack maintenance and repair service for a minimal cost to guarantee your cracks are maintained throughout the lifespan of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the best techniques. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to learn more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based upon the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life span can range from ten years to longer than 30! The main elements 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. Typically speaking, any reputable service provider will offer a minimum of 10 year warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends heavily on how properly the slab is preserved and how frequently you take part in professional cleaning.