Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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Can concrete flooring be put over ceramic tiles in kitchen and bathrooms and how do you clean it?
If you have an existing concrete slab you can certainly remove the existing floor tiles and then Mechanically Polish the concrete slab.
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How do I care for Polished Concrete once I'm living on it?
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When is the best time to polish a new concrete slab?
The best time for us is usually about 1 week after the pour, I will inspect the floor and advise the best result for you. -
Can I have burnished concrete flooring in a family home?
The quality of a burnished floor comes down to the quality of the concrete contractor. The contractor will typically run a powered trowel or "helicopter" over the wet concrete slab and with experience and care can achieve quite a smooth finish. It is not easy and any imperfection, gouge or non-level area or dip will be very visible in the final concrete floor.
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What happens if someone spills petrol or turps on a Grind and Seal or a Hyperfloor?
Wipe as soon as possible with a damp cloth.
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Can concrete hearths or steps be polished?
Hearths and steps can be polished. Steps will need to be stripped, hand trowelled and filled on the day of pour.
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What do you recommend to clean the floor with?
We use and recommend "Tough Green" Cleaner which is a neutral ph product. Available from Grinding Tools Australia
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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.
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