How to get the best quality polished concrete

January 24, 2022

Did you know that polished concrete is one of the best and most versatile materials for flooring and so much more? Why? For starters, don’t think it’s just plain, boring concrete. There are so many ways that it can be customisable such as the aggregate used - for example you can include quartz. The aggregate can make beautiful patterns of colours to create a stunning look for your residential or commercial property.

The Basics of Polished Concrete

For the best-polished concrete, you must check the quality of the slab first. You can create polished concrete in several ways. Many people confuse polished concrete  with a simpler grind and seal . While in this method, the concrete is also grinded (same as polished) there are more key steps to making that characteristic shine. A grind and seal relies on the sealant for the shine, whereas with polished concrete, the concrete itself is ground and polished so finely that it is the material itself that gains a lustre.


The mechanically polished concrete is used mostly in big commercial projects. The reason behind this thing is that it is long-lasting. Moreover, it is also durable for heavy foot traffic. This concrete finish typically starts with the application of a chemical hardener. This hardener densifies the porous concrete, and then it is ground and polished to the desired level of gloss. Afterwards it is typically sealed.

Exposure Level of Concrete

 Here is another thing that you must consider important. And this thing is the exposure level of the concrete. It is the amount of the original surface that is ground away, and then there is an estimate of how much approximate material is exposed. 

Easy to maintain and so many design options

The best part of concrete is that it is really easy to maintain. The hard yet smooth surface of the concrete makes it easy to clean as well as the fact that the polishing process actually makes it more durable.


Polished concrete is not only versatile, but it is also customisable . If you are planning a concrete surface for polishing. Talk to your concreter about the project - you can choose aggregate colours as well as cement colours.


Polished concrete is low maintenance and also more durable than many other flooring options out there.   Are you considering polished concrete for your next renovation project or new build? Give us a call today  to discuss your concrete resurfacing options for having the best polished concrete finish possible!

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