Polishing concrete is similar to sanding wood.  Machines equipped with diamond segmented abrasives (akin to sandpaper) are used to grind down concrete surfaces to the desired degree of shine and smoothness. Whether new or old concrete, a high-gloss finish that needs no waxing or coatings together with  superior durability and lasting performance, is quickly becoming the standard in flooring for  stores, warehouses, offices, and other commercial applications.  Even homeowners are catching on to the benefits of these smooth, clean, durable, high-luster, low-slip floors.

Applications in polished concrete include decorative techniques that add color and visual interest.  Chemical stains and dyes can be added during the polishing stages along with “seed” colors including colored aggregate, glass pieces, or bits of metal, to name a few.  Saw-cuts can also be  added to create borders or unique designs into the polished concrete.

Polished concrete, from a design perspective, provides versatility in decorative techniques while eliminating maintenance headaches for the floor owners.