Residential polished concrete

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Residential Polished concrete flooring is achieved by using polishing machines equipped with diamond disks or segments of increasing grits that progressively hone down the surface. This method is used in order to achieve the desired shine and smoothness to achieve the finish you want. The process begins by using a coarse diamond segment that is bonded within a metallic matrix. This allows us to remove blemishes, stains and light coatings from the flooring.

The condition of the concrete determines how much rough grinding is required. Usually, it's a three step process, but for more degraded concrete - it can be up to six or seven steps. Following this, the fine grind process occurs. Ever-finer grits are used until the floor is polished to the finish required within the contract. We can use grits over 1500 to achieve the highest gloss finish, and anything below this to achieve your desired result.

Polished concrete flooring differs from grind and seal as it has no top coat. It is the concrete that shines, as differing grits are mechanically utilised to achieve the desired finish. This process is more time consuming and detailed than grind and seal. However, it leaves a luxurious finish that can last a lifetime. We work with industry leading brands like Superfloor and Hiperfloor to complete our polished flooring. Both brands offer high-quality, luxurious finishes and are touted as industry-leaders. We also offer some cheaper alternatives to the above, which we can discuss with clients as needed to fit their budget.

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Although mechanically polished residential flooring is more expensive to install than the grind & seal method, it is definitely value for money. Incredibly easy to maintain, environmentally friendly and highly functional, our polished flooring will last for years to come. Whilst the initial cost of polished concrete flooring may be higher, over a long-term period, it ends up being more affordable. This is due to the fact that it does not require extensive long-term maintenance like re-sealing every five years that other methods do. All it needs to remain clean is using a dry microfibre mop to sweep up spills. Water can be used sparingly to clean up bigger spills or accidents. The incredibly refined nature of the flooring means that mould, bacteria and dust mites are unable to harbour within it, which means it's hypoallergenic. Asthma, hay fever and other allergy sufferers would benefit from choosing this option due to this, as it may reduce symptoms and lead to better long-term health outlooks.

A key benefit of using residential polished flooring is that it is very environmentally friendly. As the process uses the concrete itself, it reduces the amount of waste produced during the installation process. The high reflexivity of the polished concrete flooring means it may reduce lighting needs within the home. A polished concrete floor is an attractive, durable, and environmentally friendly flooring option. Concrete that has been mechanically polished to a smooth and shiny finish has excellent sustainability as a result of the unique refinement process. The Enref Institute found that polished concrete residential flooring is one of the most environmentally sustainable flooring options available on the market today.

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Polished concrete flooring allows you to choose the desired finish for your home. With mechanical polished concrete, clients are able to choose the finish. Offering matte, semi-gloss, high-gloss and every finish in between, we can really tailor our product to each clients needs. Our method also allows clients to choose the level of stone exposure within the concrete, from nil, minimum and full aggregate exposure able to be accommodated. This means each polished concrete flooring can truly be customised to meet the exact design specifications that the client has in mind.

We are highly experienced in the mechanical polishing process. Our employees offer exceptional craftsmanship and advanced knowledge of the technical processes needed to achieve a premium polished concrete finish. We offer the best quality of residential polished flooring available in the market, and work with premium brands to ensure the continued quality of our polished concrete finishes. We are flexible and offer a wealth of industry expertise, allowing us to work with clients to achieve the residential polished concrete flooring of their dreams.