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. 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 choice of finish. This will remove 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 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 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 improve the density of the surface up to 10-fold! It additionally helps prevent contaminants from developing gradually.

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

Last but not least, you’ll require to choose your gloss finish. There are 3 options available. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s take a look at every one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s utilized in commercial floorings and homes. It’s a low-maintenance choice that will remain looking great 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 excellent option 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 ideal option 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 choice since you get the very best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, however 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 have to invest as much on electrical power to illuminate your shop or home!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for clients that really want the wow factor for their floors It provides genuinely spectacular reflections that are sure to turn heads. This choice is popular in high priced houses, showrooms, and ritzy office spaces.

Among 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 guarantee that your concrete floors stays in the pristine condition that it was when you initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you should perform simple maintenance a few times a week. Keep 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 should clean it regularly. Ensure 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, ensure to spot clean them frequently. As long as you dry mop the whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking fantastic.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent supplied by My Floor. A lot of common cleaning agents found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. More often than not, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help keep the lustrous 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 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 whole of the polished concrete surface.

As you can see, maintaining your polished concrete floor isn’t a problem at all. After all, its low maintenance is a huge reason people choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Emerald Beach have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is ideal for outdoor settings. Take time to carefully choose the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be unaffected by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface might be too glossy in direct sunlight, however a matte finish on your existing concrete might be more suitable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. All of it depends upon 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 as soon as you add water into the equation. That’s when MPC floors become very slippery. If you’re trying to find a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we recommend grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Just like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to use an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually been sealed, it will become much less unsafe when wet.

Concrete will always crack. My Floor can repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing stage, however if your concrete moves (which it more than likely will in time) these cracks may reappear once again. Do not panic to much about this, we offer a crack repair service for a small fee to guarantee your cracks are taken care of throughout the lifespan of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the right procedures. Call the polished concrete repair professional for more information about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based on the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life span can range from 10 years to longer than 30! The primary elements 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. Generally speaking, any reliable provider will provide at least ten years guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends greatly on how appropriately the slab is kept and how typically you engage in professional cleaning.