Can we try and make a colourful patterns or artworks in our floor using glass or coloured stone?

Yes you can but this can be tricky as it is necessary that the beads etc are at the right depth in the concrete to allow correct exposure on grinding. Together with your imagination and our technical advice we can aim to achieve the best finish possible.

What other factors/variables to do with the cement layer and concreter are important for ensuring the polished concrete job is finished perfectly?

New home builders should consult with their concrete polisher to ensure that their slab is poured with concrete polishing in mind.

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When do you add the colour?

Colours are added by the concrete supplier and are in the mix before the concrete sets.

What do you recommend not to use for cleaning a concrete floor?

Do not use any Bleach Based or Citrus Based Cleaners on a concrete floor.

Does polished concrete save on lighting costs?

Mitre 10 estimates that their highly polished floors save 80% of their lighting bill because of their light reflection.

Why are polished concrete floors popular today?

Polished Concrete floors have become very popular because they are a durable, scratch resistant, low maintenance and easy to clean.

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What is the difference between CCC Polished Concrete and Grind and Seal?

CCC Polished Concrete is a top of the range method for finishing concrete floors.

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Is it possible to have a polished concrete floor in a domestic house which will not crack and make the polishing ugly? Can concrete be reinforced to avoid cracking?

A structural slab and topping slab or screed should be reinforced but even with these measures there is no guarantee that the concrete will not crack. If your foundations move the slab will move which may cause cracking.