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Polished Concrete Floors

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Polished concrete floors are durable and easy to maintain. They also offer a high level of transparency, which means less need for overhead lighting and energy costs. The concrete can be sealed with a penetrating sealer to protect the surface and increase its resistance to spills and stains. The cost of polished concrete floors depends on the type of polishing. Burnished, honed, and mechanically polished concrete floors will differ in price. Larger aggregate exposures take more time and skill to polish but offer breathtakingly modern finishes. Durable Concrete floors are extremely durable, which makes them a popular flooring choice for commercial and manufacturing facilities. They can withstand high volumes of foot and machine traffic, which means that they will last for years to come. The floors are also highly resistant to thermal shock and heat load, which means that they can withstand rapid changes in temperature. They are also statically dissipative, which is an important co...

How to Maintain Honed Concrete Floors

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Polished concrete has been appearing in commercial spaces for years but it is now starting to make its way into the home, especially as a flooring option. This concrete flooring technique is now competing with more traditional floor options such as granite, marble and slate, and is an affordable choice for homeowners and builders alike. It Offers a Sleek Appearance Concrete is naturally strong, dense and durable, but honed concrete takes this even further. It’s able to withstand heavy traffic and wear and tear without showing signs of damage or discolouration. This makes it an ideal flooring solution for commercial spaces with a lot of foot traffic. The honed concrete polishing process uses progressively finer diamond grits to smooth the surface of the concrete. It’s less aggressive and more cost-effective than mechanically polished concrete, and it offers a similar level of sheen to standard polished concrete. However, honed concrete doesn’t have as much aggregate exposure, maki...

Micro Topping

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A good dipping sauce strikes a balance of sweet, salty, sour, and umami flavors. It also adds depth and complexity to a dish. Similarly, micro toppings offer a versatile concrete canvas for a wide variety of custom floor designs. They are also durable, easy to clean and require little maintenance. Easy to apply Unlike traditional concrete flooring, microtoppings are designed to be easily applied with trowels, squeegees, brushes, and rollers. They can also be topically colored with concrete stains or dyes to achieve a variety of looks. The overlays are durable and low-maintenance, making them an excellent choice for hotels, hospitals, and other commercial venues. Microtoppings are a combination of liquid polymers and a special cement mixture that are blended by Ideal Work installers on site. They are free of volatile organic compounds and can be customized to suit any aesthetic requirements. For example, if the project is located in the South where there aren’t as many harsh winte...

How Much Do Polished Concrete Floors Cost?

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Polished concrete floors are a unique addition to any home. They look beautiful, are non-slip, and can support underfloor heating. They are also durable and easy to clean. Residential polished concrete floors tend to cost less than commercial ones because they don’t require as much work. However, the price will vary depending on the size of your space and the type of flooring you choose. Cost of Materials Concrete floors are less expensive than many other flooring materials, but they also require more extensive installation. This is due to the fact that they need to be ground down to a very fine finish, which can take a lot of manpower. Also, it’s important to repair any cracks or damage on the existing surface before polishing. This will add an additional $2 per square foot to the overall cost. The exact cost will vary depending on the design and size of the floor. For example, a large commercial area will be cheaper than a residential one. Also, if the concrete is going to be ins...