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 selected to achieve a nil stone exposure, minimal stone exposure or optimum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based on your choice of surface. This will get rid of 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 choice to either apply a concrete coating for internal areas which is called a Grind and Seal or mechanically polishing the concrete as listed 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 as high as 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from building up gradually.

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

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

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s used in commercial floorings and homes. It’s a low-maintenance option that will remain looking amazing for years. Likewise, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte finish. That means that you will not need to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an excellent option for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a lot of upkeep.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect 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 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 showing up, and you’ll get a lots 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 actually desire the wow factor for their floors It provides truly spectacular reflections that are sure to turn heads. This choice is popular in expensive homes, showrooms, and ritzy offices.

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 maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will ensure 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 carry out easy 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 every day, you should clean it more often. Be 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 entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking wonderful.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent offered by My Floor. A lot of common detergent found in stores are too severe for polished concrete. Generally, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help maintain the fantastic shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can perform regular concrete cleaning and burnishing for your polished concrete floor. Below is a list of products 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 why people choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Lagoon Pocket have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is best for outside settings. Take time to carefully select the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be uninfluenced by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface might be too shiny in direct sunlight, however a matte finish on your existing concrete might be preferable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when wet. It all depends on the type of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are perfect 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 quite slippery. If you’re looking for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we recommend grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Similar to with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to apply an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually been sealed, it will end up being much less dangerous when wet.

Concrete will typically 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 once again. Do not worry to much about this, we offer a crack maintenance and repair service for a small charge to ensure your cracks are taken care of throughout the life expectancy of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the right procedures. 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 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 trustworthy provider will offer a minimum of 10 year guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends heavily on how correctly the slab is preserved and how often you engage in professional cleaning.