Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney

What Is Concrete Floor Polishing?

What Is Honed Concrete?

What Is The Difference Between A Honed Finish And A Grind and Seal?

The main difference between a Honed Finish and a grind and seal is the sealers that are used. The honed finish has a penetrating sealer that absorbs into the concrete slab (like sunscreen on your skin, it penetrates down into the concrete rather than sitting on the surface). The penetrating sealer cannot be scratched off or worn down by foot traffic and therefore will last much longer.

A Honed Finish is easy to repair, and only minimal maintenance should be required to maintain the finish.

Whereas the sealer used for a Grind and Seal (G&S) option is a topical coating (like clear nail polish which can be scratched/damaged/gouged) It will also wear away over time depending on the type and volume of foot traffic.

For a Grind and Seal, however, this finish is not able to be easily patch-repaired and will most likely require more frequent and extensive maintenance over time due to the topical coating being far more susceptible to damage from normal day-to-day life.

What Concrete Polishing Floors Services Do We Offer?

We offer a full range of Concrete Polishing Floors services. All the way from Honed Concrete, Grind, and Seal Packages to Mechanically Polished Concrete!

DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONCRETE POLISHING SERVICES:
1. Honed Concrete
2. Grind and Sealed Concrete
3. Polished Concrete (Mechanically Polished Concrete)

DIFFERENT TYPES OF SHINES:
– Matte Finish (#200 GRIT)
– Satin Finish (#400 GRIT)
– Semi-Gloss Finish (#800 GRIT)
– Gloss Finish (#1,500 GRIT)
– High-Gloss Finish (#3,000 GRIT)

DIFFERENT TYPES OF FINISHES:
– Cream Finish (No Exposure)
– Salt and Pepper Finish (Medium Exposure)
– Full Aggregate Exposure (Full Exposure)

Where Should Polished Concrete Floors Be Used?

– Honed Concrete should be used outdoors
Honed Concrete is mostly used around Pools, Driveways, Balconies, and other outdoor areas. This is because Honed Concrete is slip-resistant. Honed Concrete is a weatherproof, hard-wearing surface making it perfect for outdoor patios and pool areas.

– Grind and Sealed Concrete should be used indoors
Grind and Sealed Concrete can be used in any application requiring a low maintenance, heavy-duty, UV and stain-resistant floor. A non-slip finish can be applied in areas subject to water. A Grind and Seal Package is perfect for cafes, homeowners, and supermarkets.

Grind and Sealed Concrete can be used outdoors, it’s perfect for areas like driveways, Not only does a sealant seal the driveway from harsh weather conditions, but it also protects from grease and oil. The sealant offers a layer of protection

– Polished Concrete can be used anywhere
Particularly smooth Polished Concrete Floors are usually intended for indoor areas because they can be slippery when wet. Although it is possible to make a Polished Concrete Floor slip-resistant. There are other options for outdoor settings, like Honed Concrete and a Grind-And-Sealed Concrete finish. Polished Concrete Floors are mostly used in Living Rooms, Bathrooms, Patios, Terraces, Accent Walls, Commercial Spaces, Workshops, And Industrial Areas.

How Much Does Concrete Polishing Floors Cost Per Square Metre?

$80 – $120 Per Square Metre

How Much Does Concrete Polishing Floors Cost Per Square Metre? Dust-Free Concrete Polishing Floors cost varies quite a lot from company to company or private contractor to private contractor. Here at Dust-Free Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney, we guarantee that we will always be upfront with pricing, with no hidden extras. Please see below for our price guide:

– The cost of “Honed Concrete” may cost up to ($80 / Per Square Metre)

– The cost of a “Grind and Seal package” may cost up to ($100 / Per Square Metre)

– The cost of “Mechanically Polished Concrete” may cost between ($100 – $120 / Per Square Metre)

The Cost To Concrete Polishing Floors can vary quite a lot from company to company or from a private contractor to a private contractor. Here at Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney, we guarantee that we’ll always have the lowest prices for your Concrete Polishing project.

We will always be upfront with the cost of Concrete Polishing, with no hidden extras. Our price for Concrete Polishing is $80 – $120 per square metre* (Depending on several deciding factors). These are the factors that we take into account when quoting:

At Concrete Polishing Sydney The Cost of Concrete Polishing is:
($80 – $120 / Per Square Metre)* Including GST

These are the factors that we take into account when quoting:
– Access to the site (Stairwell? Lift?)
– Are any repairs required to the concrete?
– How many MM may need to be ground down
– How many square metres require Concrete Polishing
– What level is the property on? (Access to the property)
– The condition of the concrete slab that requires Concrete Polishing
– What service is required (Honed, Grind and Sealed, Polished Concrete?)
– What level of power can be provided? (10AMP > 15AMP OR 3PHASE)

– The main deciding factor is ‘What Service Is Required’ for example honed concrete is a lot cheaper than Mechanically Polished Concrete Floors.

Other Concrete Polishing contractors and Concrete Polishing companies that Polish Concrete do not meet the standards that we do at Concrete Polishing Sydney. We use only the highest quality products that are available on the market.

Here at Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney, we come in and do a swift Floor Preparation and Concrete Grinding service prior to our Concrete Polishing service to ensure you get the maximum life span out of your new Polished Concrete Floor.

These prices may vary depending on a large range of factors though, so please only use this as a general guide.

How Much Does It Cost To Polish Concrete On Your Stairs?

Stairs – $40 – $70 Per Step*

Landings – $90 – $120 Per Landing*

On average Concrete Polishing on Stairs Costs $40 – $40 Per Step for jobs that require Polishing.

On average Concrete Polishing on Landings Costs $90 – $120 Per Landing for jobs that require Polishing.

These are the factors that we take into account when quoting:
– How many steps and landings require removal
– The size of the steps (Extra Wide or Extra Long Steps may increase the prices listed above)
– How thick the coating is on the stairs
– The condition of the concrete that requires Hand Grinding
– What service is required (Removal? General Grind? Coating Removal?)
– What level of power can be provided? (10AMP > 15AMP OR 3PHASE)
– Access to the site (Stairwell? > Lift?)
– How many MM may need to be ground down

These prices may vary depending on a large range of factors though, so please only use this as a general guide.

Disposal Of Silica Dust Bags

$0 – $300 (Depending on job size)

Here at Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney, we take all your rubbish away with us for disposal at your local resource management centre (recycling whenever possible). This saves our clients hundreds of dollars in hiring skip bins, as well as the frustration of the whole process of hiring one and having to have a skip bin sit in your front yard for days. Most Concrete Polishing jobs will have no disposal of waste cost, but some may. The deciding factor is: how many square metres require concrete grinding and polishing as larger jobs will generate more silica dust bags. Most jobs will have no disposal fee.

Dust-Free Concrete Polishing and Grinding

Will The Job Be 100% Dust-Free?

How Do We Achieve An Almost 90 – 99.99% Dust-Free Flooring Removal and Concrete Grinding Experience For Our Clients?

Here at Dust-Free Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney, we specialize in Dust-Free Concrete Polishing. We employ a specialty system that suctions and removes dust and debris directly from our tools into a powerful commercial dust extractor. Our equipment is powerful, strong, and guaranteed to significantly reduce, or even completely eradicate, the dust and debris that is often associated with Dust-Free Concrete Polishing and replacement projects.

Our specially designed dust-free equipment makes the Concrete Polishing process much faster than traditional Concrete Polishing. It is also more efficient than traditional removal techniques and is substantially cleaner and safer. This gives our Dust-Free Concrete Polishing process the added benefit of being the most environmentally friendly solution.

After the Dust-Free Concrete Polishing process, we will grind your concrete slab with the use of high-powered Dust-Free Concrete Grinding equipment that is connected directly to a high-powered commercial dust extractor. We will also perform demolition services with the use of high-powered commercial dust extraction equipment plugged directly into our tools.

Unfortunately, small amounts of dust are still produced and cannot be completely eliminated even with the most expensive high-end equipment and the latest technology. It should also be noted that certain equipment such as Jackhammers has a harder time trying to contain the dust even with the use of high-end dust extractors. While Concrete Grinders are able to contain dust a lot more easily. (Roughly 90 – 99.99% of the dust is still sucked up by a 3-engine high-powered commercial dust extractor that is plugged directly into the equipment) but sometimes a small amount of dust can still escape.

If you are concerned about the small amounts of dust that may possibly get into areas that we are not working in such as the kitchens, bathrooms, cabinets, etc. we would advise that you seal off those areas that we are not working in with plastic and sticky tape before our team arrives to avoid delays.

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Is Concrete Grinding Required Before Concrete Polishing?

Yes, Concrete Grinding should always occur prior to Concrete Polishing. The appropriate Floor Preparation prior to Concrete Polishing is required to ensure that you start with a clean, flat surface and start at the appropriate grit level (#16 – #30).

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How Much Does Concrete Grinding Cost Per Square Metre?

General Grind – $10 – $60 Per Square Metre*

Coating Removal – $10 – $90 Per Square Metre*

How Much Does Concrete Grinding Cost Per Square Metre? Concrete Grinding costs vary quite a lot from company to company or private contractor to private contractor. Here at Concrete Grinding Sydney, we guarantee that we will always be upfront with pricing, with no hidden extras.

On average Concrete Grinding Costs $10 – $60 Per Square Metre for jobs that require a General Grind.

On average Concrete Grinding Costs $10 – $90 Per Square Metre for jobs that require a Coating Removal.

These are the factors that we take into account when quoting:
– How many square metres require Concrete Grinding
– How many MM may need to be ground down
– The condition of the concrete that requires Concrete Grinding
– What service is required (Removal? General Grind? Coating Removal?)
– Access to the site (Stairwell? > Lift?)
– What level is the property on?
– What level of power can be provided? (10AMP > 15AMP OR 3PHASE)

Other Concrete Grinding contractors and Concrete Grinding companies that Grind Concrete do not meet the standards that we do at Concrete Grinding Sydney. We use only the highest quality products that are available on the market.

Here at Concrete Grinding Sydney, we come in and do a swift Floor Preparation and Concrete Grinding service for all of our clients, We Concrete Grind and Prime all floors prior to Floor Levelling to ensure a flawless installation without failure.

– The main deciding factor is ‘What Service Is Required’ for example a simple light grind will be far cheaper than removing a thick Waterproof Coating.

How Much Does Commercial Concrete Grinding Cost Per Square Metre

General Grind – $5 – $15 Per Square Metre*

Coating Removal – $5 – $20 Per Square Metre*

Commercial Concrete Grinding clients will receive larger discounts depending on how large the area is and what we are removing from the concrete. Here at Concrete Grinding Sydney, we guarantee that we will always be upfront with pricing, with no hidden extras.

On average Commercial Concrete Grinding Costs $5 – $15 Per Square Metre* for jobs that require a General Grind.*

On average Commercial Concrete Grinding Costs $5 – $20 Per Square Metre* for jobs that require Coating Removals.*

These prices may vary depending on a large range of factors though, so please only use this as a general guide.
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These are the factors that we take into account when quoting:
– How many square metres require Concrete Grinding
– How many MM may need to be ground down
– The condition of the concrete that requires Concrete Grinding
– What service is required (General Grind? Coating Removal?)
– Access to the site (Stairwell? > Lift?)
– What level is the property on?
– What level of power can be provided? (10AMP > 15AMP OR 3PHASE)

– The main deciding factor is ‘What Service Is Required’ for example a simple light grind will be far cheaper than removing a thick Waterproof Coating.

How Much Does It Cost To Remove Your Skirting Boards?

$10 – $60 Per Metre*

At Concrete Polishing Sydney we charge $10 – $60 per metre* for the removal of Skirting Boards.

These are the factors that we take into account when quoting:
– What the height is of the skirtings that we need to remove
– How many metres require Concrete Grinding
– How thick the coating is on the skirtings
– The condition of the concrete that requires Concrete Grinding
– What service is required (Removal? General Grind? Coating Removal?)
– Access to the site (Stairwell? > Lift?)
– What level of power can be provided? (10AMP > 15AMP OR 3PHASE)
– How many MM may need to be ground down

These prices may vary depending on a large range of factors though, so please only use this as a general guide.

Industrial Polished Concrete Floors

Here at Concrete Polishing Floors Sydney, we offer a service to Polish Concrete Floors in Industrial facilities. Mechanically Polished Concrete Floors is a practical and cost-effective flooring choice for a wide range of industrial facilities. From storage warehouses to factories and processing plants, Industrial Polished Concrete Floors provides a durable, long-lasting solution that requires minimal upkeep.

Industrial Polished Concrete Floors are a long-term investment. Polished Concrete Flooring is a low-maintenance option that’s built to last the test of time. As there is no need for regular, ongoing maintenance and it can last the toughest of environments, it will save your business valuable time and money that can be better used elsewhere. By simply using a damp mop to keep the surface free from dirt, dust, and debris, you’ll be able to prolong the lifespan of your concrete floors.

In industrial workplaces, it’s important to maintain high health and safety standards. As concrete does not trap dirt, mould, dust, or pollen within its surface, it will not cause any harm to team members with allergies or respiratory issues.

Polished Concrete Floors can also help you save energy and money because this type of floor retains heat and reflects light making it perfect for industrial facilities to help save on costs.

What Is The Difference Between Concrete Grinding And Concrete Polishing?

Let’s look at the difference between Concrete Grinding and Concrete Polishing Floors. This is important because although you might think you want Polished Concrete Floors, you might be better off with what’s known as a “Grind and Seal” finish.

The “Grind and Seal” process uses a relatively coarse metal-bonded diamond pad for Concrete Grinding, then seals the concrete with a chemical to make it impervious to liquids. It takes less time than a fully Polished Concrete Floor because there are fewer steps. It still gives a smooth finish but without the high-end, architectural reflectiveness of Fully-Polished Concrete Floors.

True Concrete Polishing Floors is a long process designed to create a highly reflective surface. This means using pads with a finer grit range combined with applying a densifier and finally a sealant. The densifier closes the pores in the concrete, which gives it a mirror finish.

Whether you need this high-end finish is a question of practicality: Do you need to have a mirror finish in a rumpus room or a garage? Look at examples of “Grind and Seal” and “fully-Polished Concrete” finish to decide which one you want.

Why Does Concrete Polishing Help With Lighting?

Thanks to the gloss, sheen, and light colour of Polished Concrete Floor finishes. These factors can amplify incoming natural light during the day while reducing the need for artificial lighting in the evenings. As a result, this cost-efficient Polished Concrete Floor will enable you to conserve energy and lower the cost of electricity bills.

As there is often less need for heating and cooling systems in your home, Polished Concrete Floors can save you on your energy bill as well. Polished Concrete Floors will provide better light reflectivity, thereby controlling your overall monthly energy usage. Hence, you can make your rooms a lot brighter and more vibrant, without having to make any drastic changes to your internal décor.

Are Polished Concrete Floors Slippery?

Yes, generally speaking, but it is no more slippery than any other hard flooring surface. Add water to it though and like any other hard surface it will be slippery.  When clean Polished Concrete Floors offer as much grip as a regular concrete floor.

As a general rule Polished Concrete Floors are slip-resistant. Even when wet, Polished Concrete Floors offer significantly higher slip resistance than tile or wood floors. When installed properly, Polished Concrete Floors reduces slip and fall liabilities and insurance costs for business owners!

Polished Concrete Floors aren’t necessarily slippery when wet, however, using a flooring safety test measurement standard found that using Polished Concrete offers superior slip resistance, even when it is wet. The way water interacts with a porous surface like a polished concrete surface can help offer extra grip. That said, the same porous polished concrete surface also means that water isn’t easily absorbed or wiped uniformly, which results in a temporary wet spot.

For outdoors, however, we would not normally recommend Polished Concrete Floors, For outside the alternative for these areas is Honed Concrete or a Grind and Seal. The reason for this is to provide alternatives for a more slip and UV-resistant finish.

Because of their high coefficient of friction, Polished Concrete Floors are 20% to 50% more slip-resistant than the national standard for low-slip floors! In physics, the coefficient of friction measures the resistance of motion between two surfaces relative to the force (gravity) holding the two surfaces together.

However, like any other type of flooring, chemicals, and spilled oil can still reduce friction on a Polished Concrete Floor, turning it into a safety hazard. If you want a floor for commercial use or need flooring for an oil distillation plant, it’s best to choose a flooring type that offers a strong, chemically resistant coating.