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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Are concrete floors cold? Do we need to heat them?

Depending on where you live in the country, particularly in southern states heating would probably be preferred and radiates a lovely warmth. In warmer states and in summer down in the southern states nothing is cooler.

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Can CCC polish a concrete shower base recess?

Yes we can however there are several technical issues that will need to be addressed between the concreter, plumber and water proofing professional. There are also some serious longevity issues that may occur. Please contact us for more info.

What tips would you give in order to ensure the job is done smoothly and correctly?

Regular contact should be made between the builder or owner/builder and the concrete polisher to ensure polishing can commence and be completed at the right stages of the project.

What is the difference between grind and seal and machine polished concrete?

The grind and seal process is very similar to how wooden floor boards are finished. i.e. grind/sand to a smooth finish and then paint with a sealer. Where a timber floor is sanded and then sealed, a concrete floor is ground smooth with specialist grinding machinery.

A CCC Polished Concrete machine finish is a much more complex procedure involving up to 15 stages. The final finish is more like a granite bench top.

When do you add the colour?

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

Can the new polished floor get damaged after its polished during the rest of the build?

On completion of machine polishing the floors we recommend to cover with Ramboard™ Floor Protection until the end of the build.

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Can you polish existing slabs?

Yes, we can Machine Polish or seal existing slabs.