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, very little 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 distinct 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 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 steadily increase the polishing pads accordingly. To achieve a super high gloss, we would complete the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Last but not least, you’ll need to pick your gloss surface. There are 3 choices available. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s have a look at each one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural appearance that’s utilized in commercial floorings and homes. It’s a low-maintenance choice that will remain looking amazing for many years. Also, 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 exceptional alternative for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without needing to do a great deal 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 lots of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t need to spend as much on electrical energy to light up your shop or home!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for clients that really want the wow factor for their floors It provides truly spectacular reflections that are sure to turn heads. This choice 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 easy 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 pristine condition that it was when you first got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you should perform simple maintenance a couple of times a week. Bear 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 every day, you need to clean it regularly. Make sure to:

Immediately 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 often. As long as you dry mop the whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking fabulous.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent offered 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 amazing 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 procedures 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, 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 Bunya have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is ideal for outdoor settings. Take some 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 shiny in direct sunlight, however a matte finish on your existing concrete may be preferable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when wet. All of it depends on the type 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 end up being quite slippery. If you’re trying to find a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we advise grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Much 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 always crack. My Floor can repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing phase, however if your concrete moves (which it probably will gradually) these cracks might reappear again. Do not worry to much about this, we offer a crack repair service for a minimal fee to guarantee your cracks are maintained throughout the life expectancy of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the right techniques. Call the polished concrete repair professional to get more information about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based upon the kind 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 trusted company will provide a minimum of ten years warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends greatly on how effectively the slab is preserved and how often you participate in expert cleaning.