What are the different sealers that can be used on a grind and seal job?

The list of available concrete sealers is almost endless. The most common sealers are Acrylic, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Penetrating and GTA Enhanced.

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.

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.

Is Polished Concrete slippery?

Just like any hard flooring it will be slippery when wet.

Can cracks be filled?

Yes, but it is best to leave fine cracks for a couple of years as there may be a chance the cracks will close again with movement.

Is there much dust when you polish a slab? Do the neighbours need to be warned?

How long does the process take? Polish concrete for an existing concrete bathroom floor 5.73m2

Thanks for your question. There are quite a few variables here and without more detailed information we can only provide you with a fairly general answer.

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.