Do it once, do it right!Quick FAQs
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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.
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Can I have my timber and carpet floors level with the concrete?
Yes - most definitely with new slabs. Levels are another important reason for us to communicate with your concreter. -
What exactly is a warehouse finish and can it be used in a home?
The warehouse finish is typically used for any pre-existing or "old" slab.
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Can a concrete floor be damaged and subsequently repaired?
A concrete floor though very hard and durable is not completely invincible. A floor can be damaged, for example, should someone hit the floor with a chisel. Sometimes, particularly if a slab was poured incorrectly with too wet a mix, a piece of aggregate (small stone) may become dislodged from the finished surface after a certain amount of time.
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We have a tiled floor but they are old and don't look very good. We are thinking of going polished concrete but how do we get all the glue off and do we have to pour new concrete on top of the mess that will be underneath the tiles?
Usually this is not required, once the tiles have been removed the remaining glue and mess can be ground to a brand new surface. However there can be exceptions.
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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.
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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. -
How should one evaluate the costs involved when choosing Polished Concrete?
Home owners should consider the long-term benefits of Polished Concrete.
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