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. Different aggregate exposure can be selected 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 preference of surface. This will get rid of all scratches and imperfections from the surface.

All concrete will have fractures present, however, with our unique 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 alternative 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 use concrete floor densifiers during the polishing process to enhance durability. We can enhance the density of the surface up to 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from building up over time.

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

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

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural appearance that’s utilized in commercial floors and houses. It’s a low-maintenance alternative that will stay looking great for years. Also, 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 exceptional option for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without needing to do a great deal of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s pretty and easy to maintain. It’s an ideal alternative 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 popular option due to the fact that you get the very 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 will not need to spend as much on electrical power to light up your store or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for customers that actually desire the wow factor for their floors It provides really sensational reflections that are sure to turn heads. This choice 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 basic 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 beautiful condition that it was when you initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you need to carry out simple maintenance a few times a week. Remember, everything 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 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 often. As long as you dry mop the entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will remain looking fantastic.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent offered by My Floor. A great deal of common cleaning agents found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. Generally, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also appropriate to use.

To help retain the brilliant 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 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 problem at all. After all, its low maintenance is a big reason why consumers choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Karawatha have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is perfect for outdoor settings. Take some time to carefully select the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be unaffected by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface may be too glossy in direct sunlight, however a matte surface on your existing concrete might be better

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when wet. Everything 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 when 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 recommend grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Just like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we recommend to apply 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 probably will with time) these cracks may reappear once again. Do not panic to much about this, we provide a crack maintenance and repair service for a minimal charge 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 techniques. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to learn more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based on the kind of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life expectancy can range from 10 years to longer than 30! The primary 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. Generally speaking, any trustworthy provider will provide at least ten years warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends heavily on how correctly the slab is preserved and how often you engage in professional cleaning.