Quick FAQs
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Can a steam mop be used on Polished Concrete?
No, a steam mop should never be used on Polished Concrete.
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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 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 our concrete stairs?
Yes, but it can be expensive and a lot depends on how well the steps have been formed. If it is not too late contact us before your concrete is poured. "Call before you pour". If you stairs are already in place contact us and we can advise further. -
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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Can we try and make a colourful patterns or artworks in our floor using glass or coloured stone?
Yes you can but this can be tricky as it is necessary that the beads etc are at the right depth in the concrete to allow correct exposure on grinding. Together with your imagination and our technical advice we can aim to achieve the best finish possible. -
What type of things can we throw on the top of our slab to make it more interesting?
Coloured pebbles, different sizes and types of aggregate, glass beads, steel, brass again this is largely limited by your imagination.
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