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 maximum 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 stage, 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 use concrete floor densifiers throughout the polishing process to enhance durability. We can improve the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from developing over time.

Usually polish concrete starts with a 50-grit diamond resin pad. Based upon your preference of gloss, we will steadily 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 require to choose your gloss finish. There are 3 alternatives available. Each has its own set of benefits, so let’s take a look at every one.

Matte finish polished concrete – This is a more industrial/natural look that’s used in commercial floorings and homes. It’s a low-maintenance choice that will stay looking great for many 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 choice 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 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 choice because you get the 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 lots of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t have to invest as much on electricity 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 alternative is popular in expensive houses, display rooms, and ritzy office spaces.

Among the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A simple schedule of mechanical and chemical routine maintenance is all that you need on your new floor! This will ensure that your concrete floors remains 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 few times a week. Keep 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 lot of heavy traffic each day, you need to clean it more frequently. Ensure to:

Instantly 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 frequently. As long as you dry mop the whole concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will stay looking fabulous.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner offered by My Floor. A lot of common detergent found in stores are too severe for polished concrete. Generally, plain old water will do a great 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 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, maintaining your polished concrete floor isn’t a inconvenience at all. After all, its low maintenance is a huge reason consumers pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Neerdie have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Definitely! 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 preferable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when damp. All of it 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 quite slippery. If you’re searching for a slip-resistant polished concrete floor, we advise grind and seal or honed concrete instead. Similar to with any flooring with a smooth surfaces, we advise to apply an non slip sealer Once the surface has been sealed, it will become 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 most likely will over time) these cracks might reappear once again. Don’t panic to much about this, we offer a crack repair service for a minimal fee to guarantee your cracks are maintained throughout the life-span of your polished concrete floor. Cracks, chips, and flaking can be repaired easily with the right procedures. Call the polished concrete repair professional for 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 primary aspects 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 supply a minimum of ten years guarantee on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends greatly on how appropriately the slab is maintained and how often you engage in expert cleaning.