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Polished Concrete FAQ
How is it done?
How long will it last?
What maintenance is required?
Is it slippery?
Are there any harmful VOC's?
Where is polished concrete used?
What about stains?
Do forklift tires mess it up?
Can the shine be destroyed?
During construction when should it be done?
Is it dusty or messy?
What's the #1 reason people polish concrete?
Are all concrete polishers the same?
Do you apply a sealer?
Are all concrete floors candidates for polishing?
Q: How is it done?
A: Diamond discs are mounted to a grinding machine. Each disc has different grits to achieve the finished look you want for each project. These rough grits remove imperfections while flattening the floor. This can be used for coatings and paint removal as well. If you want a polished marble-like shine then the process continues with a finer grit.
Q: How long will it last?
A: This is a permanent process. There is no epoxy, acrylic, or any other shiny coverings applied that will eventually fail.
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Q: What maintenance is required?
A: Although keeping polished concrete shiny requires minimal effort and expense, some regular care is necessary.
We recommend a simple maintenance program of occasional dusting to remove grit and damp mopping with a neutral cleaner to enhance the shine. Some manufacturers sell special cleaners and conditioners for polished concrete that not only clean the surface, but also leave behind a dirt-resistant film. These products can be applied with a mop or auto scrubber and do not require buffing.
With basic cleaning, polished concrete should keep its luster for years. Eventually, though, the shine can dull, especially in high-traffic areas. Fortunately, its easy to restore the shine. In most cases just buffing the floor with a commercial polishing compound will do the trick. If more touch-up is necessary, the floors can be lightly repolished with a fine-grit abrasive.
Q: Is it slippery?
Polish concrete floors have a better slip resistance characteristics than ceramic or VCT tile floors. We recommend to keep the floors clean and damp mop them with a mild cleaner when necessary.
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Q: Are there any harmful VOC's?
A: No. This process is completely eco-friendly and ideal for Green construction projects.
Q: Where is polished concrete used?
A: Interior only areas such as Warehouses, Restaurants, Schools, Retail Stores, Residential, Auto Showroom Service Areas, etc.
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Q: What about stains?
A: Cleaning is easy. Just mop up the mess. Some oily stains if ignored will soak into the pores but will come back out over time.
Q: Do forklift tires mess it up?
A: No. Marks wipe off easily.
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Q: Can the shine be destroyed?
A: Yes, but it is not easy. If you pour muriatic acid on the floor, it will etch. Strong acids will destroy the shine.
Q: During construction when should it be done?
A: It depends. Edgework costs money. Sometimes it pays to do the work before the "build out" and then do the final steps just before completion. Edgework controls the timing of our service.
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Q: Is it dusty or messy?
A: No. Our state of the art equipment has a vacuum attached to make the process almost dust free.
Q: What's the #1 reason people polish concrete?
A: Residential...for its beauty.
Commercial & Retail...for its trendy upscale look.
Institutional…for its reduced maintenance.
Green Construction...because it is eco friendly.
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Q: Are all concrete polishers the same?
A: Absolutely not. If corners are cut, your floor will not look good 5 to 10 years from now. "Fly by Nights" are entering this business everyday and damaging the industry by taking shortcuts and delivering bad results.
Q: Do you apply a sealer?
A: We don't apply an encapsulating sealer but we do apply a hardener that stops concrete dusting and helps the floor shine last longer.
Q: Are all concrete floors candidates for polishing?
A: Not all floors are candidates for polished concrete, however most floors pass the evaluation test. If patches exist in older concrete, an inconsistent look will result. Other floors may have too many holes or dips, which also hinders the polishing process.
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