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 picked to achieve a nil stone exposure, minimal stone exposure or maximum stone exposure. From there, we can continue increasing the diamond grit size based upon your preference of surface. This will eliminate 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 alternative 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 use concrete floor densifiers throughout the polishing process to improve durability. We can improve the density of the surface up to 10-fold! It also helps prevent contaminants from building up over time.

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

Finally, you’ll need to pick your gloss finish. There are 3 options 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 homes. It’s a low-maintenance choice that will remain looking amazing for many years. Also, dust will not show up as quickly on a matte surface. That means that you will not need 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 great deal of upkeep.

Satin finish Polished Concrete – This produces a low-sheen finish that’s pretty 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 choice due to the fact that you get the best of both worlds. It’s still low maintenance, but 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 need to invest as much on electrical power to light up your store or house!

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

Among the best features of polished concrete floors is that its a low maintenance flooring option. A easy 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 pristine condition that it was when you first got it polished!

As a rule of thumb, you need to perform easy maintenance a couple of times a week. Remember, 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 lot of heavy traffic every day, you need to clean it more often. 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, make sure to spot clean them frequently. As long as you dry mop the entire concrete surface, even gloss finish floors will stay looking amazing.
Use plain water or a neutral cleaner offered by My Floor. A great deal of common cleaning agents found in stores are too harsh for polished concrete. Most of the time, plain old water will do a great job. Non-reactive detergent are also sufficient to use.

To help keep the fantastic shine and durability of your floor, you need mechanical maintenance. My Floor can carry out regular concrete cleaning and burnishing for your polished concrete floor. Below is a list of items 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 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 big reason that people pick polished concrete in the first place! To get access to the very best polished concrete Wills have to offer, you need to use My Floor!

Absolutely! Polished concrete is best for outside settings. Take 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 glossy in direct sunlight, however a matte surface on your existing concrete might 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 end up being very slippery. If you’re searching for 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 advise to apply an non slip sealer Once the surface has actually 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 more than likely will in time) these cracks may reappear once again. Don’t panic to much about this, we provide a crack repair service for a minimal cost to guarantee 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 on the type of system that you use, your polished concrete’s life expectancy 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. Typically speaking, any credible provider will supply at least 10 year warranty on their workmanship for a mechanical polished concrete floor. Nevertheless, this depends heavily on how effectively the slab is maintained and how frequently you take part in expert cleaning.