We kick things off by grinding the existing concrete slab utilizing our concrete grinding machine fitted with 16 or 30 grit diamonds to expose the aggregate. Different aggregate exposure can be selected 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 choice of finish. This will get rid of all scratches and imperfections from the surface.

All concrete will have cracks 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 option 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 use concrete floor densifiers throughout the polishing process to enhance durability. We can improve the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It additionally prevents contaminants from building up in time.

Usually polish concrete starts with a 50-grit diamond resin pad. Based on your choice of gloss, we will steadily 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 select your gloss surface. There are 3 alternatives available. 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 look that’s utilized in commercial floorings and homes. It’s a low-maintenance choice that will remain looking amazing for many years. Likewise, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte surface. That means that you won’t need to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an outstanding choice for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a great deal of upkeep.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect alternative for storage facilities, 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 because you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, however it’s very shiny and bright. Dust and dirt will have a hard time showing up, and you’ll get a lots of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t need to spend as much on electrical energy to light up your store or home!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for clients that actually desire the wow factor for their floors It provides genuinely sensational reflections that are sure to turn heads. This alternative is popular in expensive houses, showrooms, and ritzy office spaces.

One of the very 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 remains in the beautiful condition that it was when you initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you should perform simple maintenance a few times a week. Keep in mind, everything 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 each day, you need to clean it more frequently. Be sure to:

Instantly clean up any spills or dropped materials. This will help 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 whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will stay looking wonderful.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner supplied by My Floor. A great deal of typical cleaning agents found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. Generally, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help retain the brilliant shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can perform regular concrete cleaning and burnishing for your polished concrete floor. Below is a list of products 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 inconvenience at all. After all, its low maintenance is a huge reason people pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Bunburra have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

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

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. Everything 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 once 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 advise grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Just like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we suggest 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 repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing phase, however if your concrete moves (which it most likely will gradually) these cracks might reappear again. Do not panic to much about this, we offer a crack repair service for a small charge to guarantee your cracks are taken care of throughout the lifespan of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired quickly with the best techniques. Call the polished concrete repair professional to find out more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based on the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life expectancy 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. Typically speaking, any reliable company will provide at least 10 year guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends greatly on how correctly the slab is maintained and how typically you engage in expert cleaning.