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 selected to achieve a nil stone exposure, very little stone exposure or maximum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your choice of surface. This will eliminate all scratches and imperfections from the surface.

All concrete will have fractures present, however, with our distinct 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 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 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 enhance the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It also prevents contaminants from developing gradually.

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

Lastly, you’ll require to pick your gloss surface. There are 3 choices offered. Each has its own set of benefits, so let’s take a look at every 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 remain looking great for years. Likewise, 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 exceptional option 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 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 trendy option due to the fact that you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but it’s quite 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 will not need to invest as much on electricity to light up your shop or house!

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

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

As a rule of thumb, you should carry out 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 great deal of heavy traffic every day, you need to clean it more often. Make sure to:

Promptly 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, ensure to spot clean them frequently. As long as you dry mop the entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking wonderful.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent offered by My Floor. A great deal of typical cleaning agents found in stores are too extreme for polished concrete. Typically, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help retain 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 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 big reason that consumers pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Bundamba have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is perfect for outdoor settings. Take time to carefully choose the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be uninfluenced by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface might be too glossy in direct sunlight, nevertheless a matte finish on your existing concrete may be preferable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. It all depends upon 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 when you add water into the equation. That’s when MPC floors end up being very slippery. If you’re looking for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we recommend grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Similar to with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to use an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually been sealed, it will end up being much less dangerous when wet.

Concrete will typically crack. My Floor can fix existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing phase, however if your concrete moves (which it most likely will in time) these cracks might reappear again. Don’t worry to much about this, we offer a crack maintenance and repair service for a small fee 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 best techniques. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to find out more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based upon the kind 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 trustworthy provider will offer at least ten years guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends heavily on how effectively the slab is preserved and how often you take part in expert cleaning.