Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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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.
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How do I care for and maintain a polished concrete floor once I am living on it?
Your floor should be maintained on a regular basis by vacuuming and cleaning in the following manner.
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What areas on a residential property are best for polished floors and for what style of house?
All areas of a house can be polished. The polishing process can be applied to any house, new or old, that was built on a concrete slab.
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What about colour in our slab floor? What colours can our concrete be and when is the colour added?
Color can be added to your mix at the time of pouring, this needs to be discussed with your concrete supplier. Ask your supplier for there color range and we recommend that you double the strength to allow for some fading. -
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 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.
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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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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.
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Case Studies
Boronia - Polished Concrete Hearth
Full Exposure - CCC Polished Concrete
