Polished Concrete
Polished Concrete in Mid-Missouri
Polished and sealed concrete for schools and offices.
Polished Concrete
Diamond-ground, polished and sealed concrete for schools, offices and commercial spaces.
Polished concrete is an economical flooring solution that offers industrial strength while exhibiting the raw beauty of concrete. The process involves grinding the concrete surface with finer and finer diamond tooling. The multi-step process allows for choice of sheen, anywhere from matte to a high gloss finish.
As the floors are being ground a hardener or densifier is applied to strengthen the floor, increase abrasion resistance and stain resistance, while decreasing natural concrete dusting. Stain guards are typically applied as a final step to add even greater stain resistance. Stains and dyes can be applied to change or enhance the color of the concrete.
Sealed Concrete
Sealed Concrete is simply a concrete surface which has been ground smooth and had clear sealer applied. There are a variety of different sealer options including acrylic sealers, epoxies, and urethane coatings. These floors require significantly less grinding than polished concrete, which makes them a more economical option without sacrificing durability.
Floors can often be ground to expose more aggregate if desired. A wide selection of UV stable dyes and stains can also be used to add color. This is done to the finish before the sealer is applied. Final sealer top coats are available in gloss, satin, and matte finishes. Anti-slip additives can also be used. Even with all the different options, the concrete itself in these floors, determines more about the final look, then anything else.
Sealed Concrete floors are mold and mildew resistant. They offer excellent color retention as well. They can even be finished to offer high chemical resistance! With the popularity of the ‘industrial’ look, it’s no wonder many offices, restaurants, galleries and even home-owners are opting for sealed concrete in their spaces.