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Q: How is it done?
A: Diamond discs are mounted to a grinding machine.
Each disc has different grits to achieve the finished look you
want for each project. These rough grits remove
imperfections while flattening the floor. If you want a polished
marble-like shine then the process continues with a finer grit.
Q:
How long will it last?
A: This is a permanent process. There is no epoxy,
acrylic, or any other shiny coverings applied that will
eventually fail.
Q: What maintenance
is required?
A: Although keeping polished concrete shiny requires
minimal effort and expense, some regular care is necessary. We
recommend a simple maintenance program of occasional dusting to
remove grit and damp mopping with a neutral cleaner to enhance
the shine. With basic cleaning, polished concrete should keep
its luster for years.
Q: Are there any
harmful VOC's (Volatile organic compounds)?
A: No. This process is completely eco-friendly and
ideal for Green construction projects.
Q: Where is polished
concrete used?
A: Interior only areas such as
Basements, Covered Patios, Warehouses,
Restaurants, Schools, Retail Stores, Residential, Auto Showroom
Service Areas, etc.
Q: What about stains?
A: Cleaning is easy. Just mop up the mess. Some oily
stains if ignored will soak into the pores but will come back
out over time.
Q:
Do forklift tires mess it up?
A: No. Marks wipe off easily. |
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Q: During
construction when should it be done?
A: It depends. Edgework costs money. Sometimes it
pays to do the work before the "build out" and then do the final
steps just before completion. Edgework controls the timing of
our service.
Q:
Is it dusty or messy?
A: No. Our state of the art equipment has a vacuum
attached to make the process almost dust free.
Q: What's the #1
reason people polish concrete?
A:
Residential...for its beauty.
Commercial & Retail...for its trendy upscale look.
Institutional…for its reduced maintenance.
Green
Construction...because it is eco friendly.
Q:
Are all concrete polishers the same?
A: Absolutely not. If corners are cut, your floor
will not look good 5 to 10 years from now. “Fly by Nights” are
entering this business everyday and damaging the industry by
taking shortcuts and delivering bad results.
Q: Do you apply a
sealer?
A: We don't apply an encapsulating sealer but we do
apply a hardener that stops concrete dusting and helps the floor
shine last longer.
Q:
Are all concrete floors candidates for polishing?
A: Not all floors are candidates for polished
concrete, however most floors pass the evaluation test. If
patches exist in older concrete, an inconsistent look will
result. Other floors may have too many holes or dips, which also
hinders the polishing process. |
