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 finish. This will get rid of all scratches and flaws from the surface.

All concrete will have fractures present, however, with our one-of-a-kind 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 listed 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 enhance the density of the surface as high as 10-fold! It also prevents contaminants from developing in 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 appropriately. To achieve a very high gloss, we would finish the floor at an 1800 grit resin polishing pad.

Last but not least, you’ll need to choose your gloss finish. There are 3 choices readily available. Each has its own set of advantages, 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 floorings and homes. It’s a low-maintenance option that will remain looking great for years. Likewise, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte surface. That means that you won’t have to be as rigorous in your cleaning efforts. This is an outstanding choice for businesses that want a clean, smooth floor without having to do a lot of upkeep.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s quite and easy to maintain. It’s an ideal alternative 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 choice since 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 ton of ambient light reflection. That means that you won’t have to spend as much on electricity to illuminate your shop or house!

High-gloss finish polished concrete – This is for customers that truly desire the wow factor for their floors It provides really stunning reflections that are sure to turn heads. This alternative is popular in expensive houses, display rooms, and ritzy offices.

Among the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A simple 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 initially got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you need to perform simple maintenance a few times a week. Bear in mind, everything 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 should clean it regularly. Make sure to:

Quickly clean up any spills or dropped materials. This will help 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 harsh for polished concrete. Usually, plain old water will do a amazing job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help keep 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 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 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 people choose polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the best polished concrete Ormeau have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is perfect for outside settings. Take time to thoroughly select the concrete sealer, and your concrete will be uninfluenced by dynamic environmental conditions like rain or sun. A reflective surface might be too shiny in direct sunlight, however a matte finish on your existing concrete might be more suitable

Polished concrete floors can be a bit slippery when wet. Everything depends upon the kind of polished concrete system that you use. Mechanical Polished Concrete services are ideal for indoor usage. 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 advise grind and seal or honed concrete rather. Similar to 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 dangerous when wet.

Concrete will typically crack. My Floor can repair existing cracks throughout the grinding and polishing stage, however if your concrete moves (which it most likely will over time) these cracks might reappear once again. Do not worry to much about this, we provide a crack maintenance and repair service for a small 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 procedures. Call the polished concrete repair professional to find out more about cracked or flaking polished concrete.

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