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Despite its shiny and slick appearance, polished concrete actually has the exact same level of friction or surface grip compared to unpolished ones. If you look under a microscope, you’ll see that untreated concrete is very porous so it easily absorbs liquid substances like dirty leftover oils.
If you’re not into shiny finishes, you can opt for a matte look as well. If you plan to use polished concrete on an area that is sensitive to glare, you should go with the matte finish so you don’t risk blinding light shooting right across your line of sight when driving.
Polished concrete is very low maintenance and easy to clean, requiring only occasional sweeping or mopping to keep it looking its best. It is resistant to stains, scratches, and moisture, making it a suitable option for areas that are prone to spills and accidents. Overall, the benefits of polished concrete make it a practical and versatile flooring solution for a wide range of applications, from residential to commercial and industrial spaces.
Another significant benefit of polished concrete is its cost-effectiveness. Compared to other flooring options such as tile, carpet, or hardwood, polished concrete is generally more affordable, both in terms of installation and maintenance. It also has a longer lifespan, which means that it offers better value for money in the long run.
Over the years, professional contractors steadily improved their techniques to produce a variety of design options based on the client’s request. If you are looking to have new concrete poured check here to see all the available options.
Originally, the final look heavily depended on the AGGREGATE EXPOSURE which is essentially the amount of surface grinded off to expose the aggregates like pebbles or sand mixed in with the concrete mixture. The deeper you go, the more aggregates will be shown.
In conjunction to the level of aggregate finish that you opt for, dyes can be added on the final layer to provide a certain level of color. Here’s some samples of how it would look like:
An option for custom full aggregate look in new concrete pours is to have the concrete contractor use customer aggregate that you can pick for the to have in the concrete to have the look you desire after we grind down the concrete to expose the full aggregate- Full Catalogue
400 Grit – Matte Finish This matte finish will absorb light and improve the natural tone of the concrete. |
800 Grit – Low Sheen Similar to the matte finish with an added shine providing minimal light reflection for a sleek, clean look. |
1500 Grit – High Sheen Increased light reflectivity allows color to reflect off of surrounding objects, for that polished appearanced. |
3000 Grit – High Gloss This high gloss finish will reflect the lighting and objects surrounding the floor in the facility. |
