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 optimum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your preference of surface. This will remove all scratches and flaws 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 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 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 during the polishing process to enhance durability. We can enhance the density of the surface as much as 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from building up over time.

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

Finally, you’ll need to select your gloss surface. There are three choices available. Each has its own set of benefits, so let’s have a look at each one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s utilized in commercial floors 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 finish. That means that you will not have to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an excellent alternative for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a lot of maintenance.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite 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 trendy option because 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 will not have to spend as much on electrical energy to light up your shop or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for clients that actually want the wow factor for their floors It provides really sensational reflections that are sure to turn heads. This option is popular in expensive homes, display rooms, and ritzy office spaces.

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 ensure that your concrete floors stays in the beautiful condition that it was when you initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you should carry out simple maintenance a couple of times a week. Bear in mind, 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 great deal of heavy traffic every day, you need to clean it more frequently. Be sure to:

Quickly tidy 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 cleaner offered by My Floor. A lot of typical detergent found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. Generally, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive detergent are also appropriate to use.

To help retain the lustrous shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can carry out routine concrete cleaning and burnishing for your polished concrete floor. Below is a list of products and processes 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 big reason that consumers pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Motley have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is perfect for outdoor settings. Take some time to thoroughly pick 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 may be better

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 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 quite slippery. If you’re searching for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we advise grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Just like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we recommend to use an non slip sealer Once the surface has been sealed, it will become much less unsafe when wet.

Concrete will always crack. My Floor can fix existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing stage, however if your concrete moves (which it probably will gradually) these cracks might reappear again. Do not worry to much about this, we offer a crack maintenance and repair service for a minimal charge to ensure your cracks are maintained throughout the life expectancy of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the appropriate techniques. Call the polished concrete repair professional for 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 primary aspects 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 ten years guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends heavily on how properly the slab is preserved and how frequently you engage in expert cleaning.