Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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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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Are all polished concrete floors the same?
The end result of a polished concrete floor is determined by the skill and experience of your Concrete Polisher. Here at CCC polished concrete we believe that a minimum of 4 years experience is required. Our team consists of experienced, passionate polishing specialists. -
What sorts of questions should people ask before choosing a polished concrete floor?
The home owner should consulate with a professional concrete polisher to decide on how much aggregate/stone should be visible.
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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 does exposure mean?
Exposure is the amount of aggregate (rock, quartz, pebble etc) that is able to be seen as a result of the grinding process.
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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.
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Why do I need a sealer?
Concrete is porous so unless a sealer, be it acrylic, polyurethane, epoxy or GTA hardener is used then the natural porosity will be susceptible to staining and scratching.
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