Cleaning and Polishing Concrete Floors

Introduction Polished concrete floors are flooring that offers durability, longevity, and a sleek modern look. [1] [2] They are made by treating a concrete floor with chemical densifiers, which fill in its pores and holes, and grinding it down using finer tools to give it a smooth and glossy finish. [1] How are Polished Concrete Floors Made? Polished concrete floors are made through a multi-step process that includes the following steps: 1. Preparation The first step in making polished concrete floors is to prepare the surface. This involves cleaning the floor, repairing any cracks or damage, and removing any adhesives or coatings. 2. Grinding and Honing Once the surface is prepared, the grinding and honing process begins. This step involves using progressively finer diamond abrasives to grind down the surface of the concrete floor. The grinding and honing process is repeated until the desired level of smoothness is achieved. 3. Polishing After the grinding and honing are complete