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, 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 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 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 during the polishing process to enhance durability. We can improve the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It also prevents contaminants from developing over time.

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

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

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s used in commercial floors and homes. It’s a low-maintenance choice that will remain looking great for years. Likewise, 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 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 pretty and easy to maintain. It’s an perfect 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 best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but it’s quite glossy 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 will not need to spend as much on electrical energy to illuminate your store or house!

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

Among the very 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 carry out easy maintenance a couple of times a week. Bear in mind, it all comes down to 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 regularly. Be sure to:

Immediately 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, 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 cleaner supplied by My Floor. A great deal of common detergent found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. Most of the time, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help maintain the brilliant 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 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 huge reason that consumers pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Mount Mellum have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! Polished concrete is perfect for outside settings. Take 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 shiny in direct sunlight, however a matte surface on your existing concrete may be more suitable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. Everything 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 once you add water into the equation. That’s when MPC floors become very slippery. If you’re trying to find a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we recommend grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Much like with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to apply an non slip sealer Once the surface has 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 stage, 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 maintenance and repair service for a small charge to ensure your cracks are taken care of throughout the life-span of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired quickly with the right techniques. Call the polished concrete repair specialist to find out more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

Based upon the kind of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life expectancy can range from 10 years to longer than 30! The primary elements 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 credible provider will offer a minimum of ten years warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. However, this depends greatly on how appropriately the slab is kept and how often you take part in professional cleaning.