Polished Concrete Facts
Is Polished Concrete Slippery?
Polished Concrete offers some great advantages over other finishes regarding slipperiness, even though the surface is highly polished and glossy it still offers better slip resistance than many top coatings for concrete. If the surface is properly maintained, cleaned regularly with using appropriate methods it will keep its slip resistance for many years.
How do you maintain Polished Concrete floors?
Polished Concrete is virtually maintenance free but not completely, there are a few things the owner needs to do to ensure the finish will last and will maintain its beauty. Regular cleaning and removing abrasive materials such as sand and dirt from the surface will help prevent gloss loss and scratching. There are many products designed for these floors that will not damage the densifiers and hardeners used during the polishing process, along with waxes, surface conditioners, neutral cleaners etc. Never used acidic products to clean polished concrete floors.
How much does Polished Concrete Costs?
The cost of polishing a floor will greatly depend on the floor condition, the size of the project, the desired finish and amount of work involved in getting the surface ready for polishing. If the floor is damaged, has glue, cutback, thin sets, grout, sealer or any other product on it, it will take a certain amount of work before the polishing process even starts. The cost per square foot may very from as low as $ 3.00 per square foot to as much as $ 10.00 per square foot. Color dying, staining, decorative scoring and intricate designs will also influence the final price.
How Durable is Polished Concrete?
With proper care and a good maintenance program in place, polished concrete will have a very long useful life. Regular cleaning and applying surface conditioners and/or waxes will greatly extend the life of the floor and maintain its beauty for years to come.
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