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 picked to achieve a nil stone exposure, minimal stone exposure or maximum 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 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 throughout the polishing process to improve durability. We can improve the density of the surface as high 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 upon your choice of gloss, we will gradually increase the polishing pads accordingly. To achieve a incredibly high gloss, we would finish the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Last but not least, you’ll need to select your gloss surface. There are 3 options offered. 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 appearance that’s used in commercial floors and houses. It’s a low-maintenance alternative that will remain looking great for many years. Likewise, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte surface. That means that you will not have 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 lot of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s pretty and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect option 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 trendy option due to the fact that 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 showing up, and you’ll get a ton of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t need to invest as much on electrical energy to light up your store or home!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for customers that really want the wow factor for their floors It provides genuinely spectacular reflections that are sure to turn heads. This option is popular in expensive homes, showrooms, and ritzy offices.

Among the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A easy schedule of mechanical and chemical maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will ensure that your concrete floors stays in the pristine condition that it was when you first got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you need to perform easy maintenance a couple of times a week. Remember, it all 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 each day, you should clean it regularly. Make sure to:

Promptly clean up any spills or dropped materials. This will 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 entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking amazing.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent supplied by My Floor. A great deal of typical detergent found in stores are too extreme for polished concrete. More often than not, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also appropriate to use.

To help maintain the fantastic 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 entirety of the polished concrete surface.

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

Absolutely! Polished concrete is best for outdoor settings. Take time to thoroughly select the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be unaffected 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 may be preferable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. It all depends upon the type of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are ideal for indoor use. 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 looking for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we suggest grind and seal or honed concrete instead. 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 end up being much less dangerous when wet.

Concrete will always crack. My Floor can repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing phase, however if your concrete moves (which it more than likely will over time) these cracks might reappear again. Don’t panic to much about this, we provide a crack repair service for a minimal cost to guarantee your cracks are maintained throughout the lifespan of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired quickly with the right techniques. Call the polished concrete repair professional to get more information about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based on the kind of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life span can range from 10 years to longer than 30! The main 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. Typically speaking, any reputable provider will provide at least 10 year warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends greatly on how properly the slab is kept and how often you engage in professional cleaning.