Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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What about aggregates in concrete mix? What is generally available and what is recommended?
This is an endless choice that is only limited by your imagination. There are numerous mixes available though your concrete supplier but it must be though out well before the pour takes place. -
What stage do you carry out the Polishing Procedure?
We usually would carry out a preliminary grind (Stage 1) approximately 5 – 10 days after the slab has been poured and grind to the required exposure.
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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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What does exposure mean?
Exposure is the amount of aggregate (rock, quartz, pebble etc) that is able to be seen as a result of the grinding process.
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How should customers think about the costs involved with choosing to polish concrete?
Home owners should consider the long term benefits of Polished Concrete when considering the total cost of their floor finishes.
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Can you polish existing slabs?
Yes, we can Machine Polish or seal existing slabs.
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Is polished concrete expensive?
The pricing of a polished concrete finish is comparable to the pricing for a tiled floor.
Case Studies
The Quays - Docklands
CCC Polished Concrete - Full exposure
