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 on your preference of finish. This will remove all scratches and flaws from the surface.

All concrete will have fractures 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 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 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 apply concrete floor densifiers during the polishing process to improve durability. We can enhance the density of the surface as much as 10-fold! It additionally helps prevent 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 gradually increase the polishing pads appropriately. To achieve a super high gloss, we would complete the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Lastly, you’ll need to pick your gloss finish. There are three 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 look that’s used in commercial floors and houses. It’s a low-maintenance alternative that will remain looking amazing 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 outstanding alternative for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without needing to do a great deal of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s pretty and easy to maintain. It’s an ideal 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 choice because 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 need to invest as much on electrical power to illuminate your store or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for customers that truly want the wow factor for their floors It provides genuinely stunning reflections that are sure to turn heads. This alternative is popular in expensive houses, display rooms, and ritzy offices.

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

As a rule of thumb, you need to carry out simple maintenance a couple of times a week. Bear in mind, everything comes down to 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 often. Be sure to:

Immediately tidy 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 whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will stay looking amazing.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent supplied by My Floor. A great deal of common detergent found in stores are too severe for polished concrete. More often than not, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive cleaning agents are also sufficient to use.

To help keep the brilliant shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can carry out regular 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, caring for your polished concrete floor isn’t a hassle at all. After all, its low maintenance is a big reason consumers choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Burringbar have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is best for outside settings. Take time to thoroughly choose 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 surface on your existing concrete may be preferable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. All of it depends on the kind of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are ideal for indoor usage. By nature, they are slip-resistant. This changes once you add water into the equation. That’s when MPC floors become quite slippery. If you’re trying to find a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we suggest grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Just like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to apply an non slip sealer Once the surface has been sealed, it will become 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 over time) these cracks might reappear again. Do not panic to much about this, we offer a crack maintenance and repair service for a small fee to ensure 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 specialist to find out more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based upon the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life expectancy can range from ten years to longer than 30! The primary aspects are what you strike it with (a ballpoint pen for example), how well-protected it is against dust build up, and its level of traffic. Typically speaking, any reputable company will supply a minimum of 10 year guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends greatly on how appropriately the slab is maintained and how frequently you take part in professional cleaning.