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.

Can i have my polished floor repaired i’ve just had it done and it was a bad job?

Yes – unfortunately we spend a lot of time repairing bad workmanship performed by less experienced operators!

Does polished concrete save on lighting costs?

Mitre 10 estimates that their highly polished floors save 80% of their lighting bill because of their light reflection.

When do you put the stones in?

All concrete has aggregate in it.

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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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 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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What happens if someone spills wine on my floor?

Wipe as soon as possible with a damp cloth.