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, very little stone exposure or optimum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your choice of surface. This will remove all scratches and flaws from the surface.

All concrete will have cracks 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 phase, 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 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 enhance the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It also 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 extremely high gloss, we would finish the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Lastly, you’ll need to choose your gloss surface. There are three alternatives available. Each has its own set of advantages, so let’s take a look at each one.

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

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s pretty and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect choice 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 option due to the fact that you get the very 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 ton of ambient light reflection. That means that you will not have to spend as much on electrical energy to light up your store or home!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for clients that truly 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, display rooms, and ritzy office spaces.

One of the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A basic schedule of mechanical and chemical 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 need to perform simple 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 need to clean it more frequently. Be sure to:

Immediately 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, be sure to spot clean them often. As long as you dry mop the entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will stay looking impressive.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaning agent supplied by My Floor. A lot of common detergent found in stores are too extreme for polished concrete. Usually, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive cleaning agents are also appropriate to use.

To help retain the fantastic 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 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, caring for your polished concrete floor isn’t a inconvenience at all. After all, its low maintenance is a big reason consumers choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Koonorigan have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is best for outside settings. Take some time to thoroughly pick 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 surface on your existing concrete might be better

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when wet. It all depends upon the kind of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are perfect 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 recommend grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Similar to with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to use an non slip sealer Once the surface has been sealed, it will end up being much less unsafe 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 most likely will over time) these cracks may reappear once again. Don’t worry to much about this, we provide a crack maintenance and repair service for a minimal fee to ensure 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 type 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 example), how well-protected it is against dust build up, and its level of traffic. Typically speaking, any trusted service provider will offer a minimum of 10 year warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends heavily on how correctly the slab is preserved and how typically you participate in professional cleaning.