Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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How do I care for and maintain a polished concrete floor once I am living on it?
Your floor should be maintained on a regular basis by vacuuming and cleaning in the following manner.
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What are the different sealers that can be used on a grind and seal job?
The list of available concrete sealers is almost endless. The most common sealers are Acrylic, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Penetrating and GTA Enhanced.
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Can I have the timber and carpet floors level with the concrete?
Yes, most definitely. Levels are another important reason for you to communicate with your Builder and Concreter.
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What happens if someone spills petrol or turps on a polished concrete floor?
Wipe as soon as possible with a damp cloth.
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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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I have a polished concrete floor about 9 years old but it is starting to look dull and tired. Can the surface be re-polished or buffed to give it more life?
Polished Concrete floors should require very little maintenance if done correctly. Please see our maintenance sheet for Polished Concrete floors.
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Is it possible to stain and polish concrete? (dark grey)
Yes. It is possible but the process can be expensive as far as the cost of the stain is concerned and the area of the slab.
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What is the grinding process?
Grinding or honing is the process that removes the surface layer of concrete leaving the aggregate exposed to a smooth, matt, low maintenance finish.Grinding marks will often be visible resulting in the need for the use of progressively finer grinding pads. Depending on the aggregate and level of grinding the concrete, a polished finish or high lustre is able to be achieved by this process.Grinding or honing is the process that removes the surface layer of concrete leaving the aggregate exposed to a smooth, matt, low maintenance finish.
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Case Studies
Pascoe Vale - Polished Concrete Tilt Panels
Full Exposure - CCC Polished Concrete
