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 optimum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your choice 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 stage, 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 high as 10-fold! It additionally prevents contaminants from developing gradually.

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

Last but not least, you’ll require to pick your gloss surface. There are three alternatives readily available. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s have a look at every one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s utilized in commercial floors and homes. It’s a low-maintenance alternative that will stay looking great for years. Likewise, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte finish. That means that you won’t have to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an excellent alternative for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a great deal of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect alternative 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 choice since you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, however it’s very glossy 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 spend as much on electricity to light up your store or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for clients that actually want the wow factor for their floors It provides genuinely sensational reflections that are sure to turn heads. This choice is popular in expensive homes, 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 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 easy maintenance a couple of times a week. Keep in mind, it all 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 every day, you need to clean it more often. Be sure to:

Quickly 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, be sure to spot clean them frequently. As long as you dry mop the whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will stay looking fabulous.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner offered by My Floor. A lot of common detergent found in stores are too severe for polished concrete. Usually, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive detergent are also appropriate to use.

To help maintain 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 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 hassle at all. After all, its low maintenance is a huge reason why consumers choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete East Brisbane have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is ideal for outdoor settings. Take time to thoroughly select 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 damp. Everything depends upon the type 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 end up being very slippery. If you’re trying to find a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we advise grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Much like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to apply 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 repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing stage, however if your concrete moves (which it probably will gradually) these cracks may reappear again. Do not panic to much about this, we offer a crack maintenance and repair service for a minimal charge to guarantee your cracks are maintained throughout the life-span of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired quickly with the best procedures. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to learn 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 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 credible service provider will offer a minimum of ten years guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends heavily on how properly the slab is preserved and how often you engage in expert cleaning.