Dakota Grinding

Benefits Of Polished Concrete

REDUCED LIFETIME COST:
In high traffic areas, polished concrete holds up better than standard concrete flooring. Not only is the finish simple to clean, requiring occasional mopping, it can resist scuff marks and tire marks. It also eliminates the need for messy waxes or coatings as well as labor, time, and expenses to apply. The dense surface also detracts stains from oils or liquids. Polished concrete has a longer lifespan than other materials and only needs to be refinished once every five to ten years. The downtime required for the polishing process is minimal, and business can resume in the polished area almost immediately.

AESTHETICS:
Smoothing the concrete, thus exposing the aggregate, grinding & polishing provides a design that has natural stone appeal and appears expensive and elegant.

AMBIENT LIGHTING INCREASES:
The glossy finish of polished concrete contains high light reflectivity, thus creating a bright, clean, professional image. The high-gloss finish increases visibility and requires fewer overhead lights in buildings with polished floors.

RESISTANCE TO MOISTURE TRANSMISSION ISSUES:
Polished concrete allows the floor to breathe and eliminates issues that arise with other flooring materials that seal off the concrete, such as tile, etc.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY:
Polished concrete contains no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), making it an environmentally friendly surface. There are no coatings, such as epoxies, urethanes, or waxes. The grinding & polishing process produces no hazardous waste.


FAQ's

Q: Can all concrete be polished?
A: Almost any structurally sound concrete surface can be polished. Aged/rough concrete can require additional grinding steps, prior to polishing.

Q: Can you dye concrete?
A: Absolutely. The color options are nearly limitless, from natural browns, to bold blues and greens.