Should I add retarding agents to the concrete mix?

Do NOT add any retarding agents to a concrete mix that is going to be ground and sealed or polished. Retarding agents WILL affect the seal and may react badly with the polishing process. Simply apply a light sprinkle of water to the slab as required.

Can red wine stain a Polished Concrete floor?

Just like any other floor type, red wine will leave a stain if not attended to straight away.

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Where do I find hydronic heating?

We are happy to recommend experts in this area. In rooms with north facing facing windows you can also take advantage of solar heating with the sun heating your floors.

Can the slab be heated?

Yes, any slab can be heated. With in-slab hydronic heating on a polished concrete you will never live on a better floor.

Can you polish the structural slab?

Yes! If not poured yet then we recommend it should be 32mpa.

Do I need to advise the concreter and or supplier that the concrete will be polished?

Yes, this will avoid the concrete supplier from sending truck deliveries from different depots and using different batches of concrete. The concreter can then also take special care to avoid screed marks and aggregate inconsistency.

What happens if someone spills petrol or turps on a polished concrete floor?

Wipe as soon as possible with a damp cloth.

We are opening a cafe. The building we have purchased has lino glued to the floor. We are thinking of removing the lino and going for a polished concrete sort of industrial look. What would you suggest and how long after you have finished can we start?

Depending on the condition of the slab underneath, the size of the restaurant and the desired finish, this can all happen pretty quickly.

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