Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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Can wet areas be polished?
Wet areas can be polished however we highly recommend that showers be either tiled or use traditional shower bases.
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How does the process differ from having tiled, carpeted, or timber floors?
In a new build polished concrete floors are completed at the plaster stage before any skirts, cabinetry and joinery is installed.
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Is all standard concrete the same?
No, the aggregate varies depending on whether it is, for example, white pebble or granite based. There are also different qualities. A visit to our showroom will show you the differences.
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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 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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How should one evaluate the costs involved when choosing Polished Concrete?
Home owners should consider the long-term benefits of Polished Concrete.
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What is the difference between a sealed floor and a polished floor?
A sealed floor (also known as a Grind and Seal) is machine grinding to the desired exposure followed by a Surface or Topical Sealer just like a timber floor.
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Do I need to advise the concreter and or supplier that the concrete will be polished?
Yes, this will avoid the concrete supplier from sending truck deliveries from different depots and using different batches of concrete. The concreter can then also take special care to avoid screed marks and aggregate inconsistency.
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