Polished concrete flooring is very strong, resilient, and it can withstand the pressure from high traffic and heavy equipment. Polished concrete is highly resistant to chipping, scratching, and cracking. If that isn’t convincing enough, it is also a green flooring option because it has thermal mass properties and can last a lifetime if properly maintained. […]
Easier Repairs Selecting the correct process and products will help customers sign off on jobs. By David Stephenson, Polished Concrete Consultants, LLC Even with something as sturdy as polished concrete, the need for repair will eventually arise. Having issues addressed right away will help to avoid more costly damages from occurring. Repairs are tricky and […]
By David Stephenson Over the last few months, I’ve had multiple projects with issues related to polished concrete color repairs. I feel it will benefit Concrete Decor readers to understand the process for corrections as well as some simple tips and tricks for achieving desired results. As a consultant, one of the things I enjoy […]
By David Stephenson Maintaining polished concrete floors is not rocket science. but there is a science to it. As an independent consultant, most of my firm’s time is spent assisting retailers with managing their flooring programs. I regularly assist with specifications and quality control of the installation, but maintenance by far is where I spend […]
By Travis Hall When I think of unique concrete floors one quote comes to mind. “Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve” -Napoleon Hill This statement by a great personal growth mentor applies to most aspects of life. Southland Concrete Creations believes it also applies to concrete. It is […]
Polished concrete is rapidly becoming a popular flooring choice for many. We have been seeing an influx in private residences and private companies. aside from that, public commercial jobs are also starting to join the polished concrete flooring trend as well. A good example is schools and airports. Trouble with Tradition These facilities begin to […]
Maintaining Polished Concrete and Polished Concrete Cleaning Essentials One of the major draws to polished concrete is the ease of regular and long term maintenance. Maintaining polished concrete, while simple, does require regular attention to avoid dulling the shine or wearing down the concrete. This comes into effect on all floors, but I suggest being […]
Acrylic Sealers and High Humidity don’t always go hand in hand. Recently one of our estimators went out to a job to provide consultation on a problem they were having. Upon arrival, he realized that they laid down an acrylic sealer over a concrete slab that had extremely high humidity. This resulted in a floor […]
Mistakes are inevitable when an amateur tries polishing a small concrete floor. By Bill Palmer, for Concrete Construction Magazine How hard could it be to polish a small concrete floor that measures a mere 6 by 12 feet? Only 72 square feet. At least that’s what I told myself as I started to polish the […]
By Bill Palmer, for Concrete Construction Magazine Participants on a Whole Foods polished floor project offer advice on how to make a polished concrete slab job come together smoothly. One way to get a polished concrete slab or floor is to have the low-bid concrete contractor place a floor and then take bids from concrete […]
What is heated polished concrete flooring all about? By Stephanie Johnston, for Concrete Construction Magazine A school for future engineers should reflect on how their talents improve the quality of life. That’s one reason the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology chose radiant heat for its Centre for Applied Technology. Beautifying a slab that undergoes above […]
The position statements involve slab protection, slip resistance, and contractor coordination. From Concrete Construction. The Concrete Polishing Council (CPC), a specialty council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, recently published three Position Statements as follows. “Slab Protection by Others,” “Slip Resistance of Polished Concrete,” and “Coordinating the Concrete and Polishing Contractors’ […]
Polished Concrete Glossary Terms and Definitions Abrasion resistance: Ability of a surface to resist being worn away by rubbing and friction. Abrasive pad: A circular pad, resembling a typical floor maintenance burnishing pad that has the capability of refining the concrete surface on a microscopic level that may or may not contain industrial-grade diamonds.? These […]
With the introduction of OSHA’s new regulations regarding silica dust management, many division 3 contractors are having difficulty keeping up. The contractors waiting for their equipment companies to come up with new tech will be waiting a while. Companies like HTC Floor Systems, Husqvarna, Skanmaskin, and more are recommending retrofitting current equipment and having properly […]
Polished Concrete vs VCT: Long Term Cost Comparison Polished Concrete flooring is one of the fastest growing construction trades. One of the drivers of this growth is the long term cost compared to other floor finishes. Here is an excerpt from the Concrete Contractor magazine. Polished Concrete Value Breakdown “To give you a real-world comparison […]
SCC Self-Cleaning Sealer FAQ’s 001. What tests have been performed to verify how well SCC Sealer works on concrete? SCC Sealer has undergone a battery of ASTM specified tests by an independent testing laboratory familiar with concrete testing. The current ASTM tests SCC Sealer has been analyzed for are the following: Freeze-Thaw test C-666, Scaling […]
Grade 1 – Preserve Natural Character – Grind Depth 0 to 0.25 mm Goal: Preserve the natural character of the concrete by polishing the “cream” or cement paste of the concrete. Expectations: If the concrete slab is not flat or smooth, imperfections will remain after the floor is polished and some low or rough areas […]