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. Various aggregate exposure can be chosen to achieve a nil stone exposure, minimal stone exposure or optimum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your preference of finish. This will eliminate all scratches and flaws from the surface.

All concrete will have cracks 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 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 apply concrete floor densifiers throughout the polishing process to improve durability. We can enhance the density of the surface as much as 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from developing over time.

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

Finally, you’ll require to choose your gloss surface. There are 3 choices available. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s take a look at each one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s used in commercial floorings and houses. It’s a low-maintenance option that will remain looking great for 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 exceptional alternative 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 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 because you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but it’s very 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 spend as much on electricity to light up your shop or home!

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

Among the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A basic schedule of mechanical and chemical routine maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will guarantee that your concrete floors stays in the beautiful 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. Remember, everything 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 each day, you should clean it regularly. 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, 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 detergent found in stores are too severe for polished concrete. Typically, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive cleaning agents are also appropriate to use.

To help keep the brilliant shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can carry out routine 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 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 why consumers pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Chelmer have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is perfect 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 might 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 wet. All of it depends on the kind 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 end up being very slippery. If you’re looking for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we recommend grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Similar to with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we recommend to use an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually been sealed, it will become much less unsafe when wet.

Concrete will usually crack. My Floor can fix existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing phase, however if your concrete moves (which it probably will in time) these cracks might reappear again. Do not worry to much about this, we provide a crack repair service for a minimal cost to ensure your cracks are maintained throughout the lifespan of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the best procedures. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to learn 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 ten 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 trustworthy company will provide at least 10 year warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends heavily on how correctly the slab is preserved and how frequently you participate in professional cleaning.