FAQS
Initial enquiries and questions prior to work commencement…
There are beneficial times to conduct the grinding works. Sometimes the work is also broken into separate stages. It is best to get in contact with us to discuss and create a works plan.
Prior to the actual works commencing, we require the area to be cleared, available access for our truck and equipment, and no other trades or traffic to be in the designated area for the duration of the works.
Knowing the following details will assist us in providing you an initial price guide and timeframe for your project:
- Dimensions of the area/s
- Approximate m2
- Photos of the current area
- An approximate date of potential works commencement
- Location of the floor, e.g., ground floor or above, tight access, shared area.
- Reasons for requiring concrete grinding
- Drawings/plans of the floor if applicable
- Intended use for the floor, e.g., living space, workshop floor.
Regarding the process itself…
The noise is comparable to any construction works involving equipment/machinery.
Following job completion…
Timing plays a big role. It is best to have the concrete grinding works commence when there is still sufficient access for the equipment, although as late in the project as possible to help prevent unnecessary traffic on the floor.
We recommend using a floor protection system such as Ramboard to cover the floor after completion of the grinding works if heavy work traffic/construction work is expected to take place on the area once the grinding has been completed. Products such as Ramboard are made of recycled cardboard and provide breathable, heavy duty, floor protection.
Materials such as timber/metal should not be stored on the surface as these can leech tannins/rust/oils onto the surface and create stains that are difficult to remove.
Any liquids that are either: highly acidic - citrus juice, vinegar, soft drinks etc.; or highly alkaline - bleach, oven cleaner, baking powder etc. These substances are not PH neutral and can affect the PH level of the concrete surface resulting in staining, marking or damage. They should be cleaned up immediately.
Avoid excess dirt. As the concrete is still porous at this stage, excess dirt can lead to staining and marking of the surface. Light, regular cleaning is recommended.
Initial enquiries and questions prior to work commencement…
Depending on the project itself, there are beneficial times to conduct the grinding and polishing works. Sometimes the work is also broken into separate stages. It is best to get in contact with us to discuss and create a works plan.
Prior to the actual works commencing, we require the area to be cleared, available access for our truck and equipment, and no other trades or traffic to be in the designated area for the duration of the works.
Knowing the following details will assist us in providing you an initial price guide and timeframe for your project:
- Dimensions of the area/s
- Approximate m2
- Photos of the current area/photos of the desired result
- An approximate date of potential works commencement
- Location of the floor, e.g., ground floor or above, tight access, shared area etc.
- Reasons for considering pavilion finish concrete
- Drawings/plans of the floor if applicable
- Intended use for the floor, e.g., entertaining area, pool surround etc.
Regarding the process itself…
The noise is comparable to any construction works involving equipment/machinery.
- Dry. We use dust extraction equipment connected to all our machines. The dust is fed directly into sealed bags and disposed of appropriately.
- When we etch and wash the concrete, we incorporate water, and any remaining residue is cleaned up and disposed of appropriately.
Following job completion and aftercare/maintenance…
- We recommend using a floor protection system such as Ramboard to cover the floor if heavy work traffic/construction is expected to take place on the area after the floor has been completed. Products such as Ramboard are made of recycled cardboard and provide breathable, heavy duty, floor protection. Materials such as timber/metal should not be stored on the surface as these can leech tannins/rust/oils onto the surface and create stains that are difficult to remove.
- Excess dirt. Abrasion from excess dirt and dust can lead to premature wear and staining of the surface. Light, regular cleaning is recommended.
- Any timber/metal products that may leech tannins/rust/oils on to the concrete. These substances can penetrate the surface over time and create stains that are difficult to remove.
- Light, regular cleaning is best. For example, sweeping/hosing of the floor weekly, and wet scrubbing of the floor with a broom monthly using a PH neutral, enzyme floor cleaner.
- Clean up any spills immediately.
Initial enquiries and questions prior to work commencement…
- Depending on the project itself, there are beneficial times to conduct the grinding and polishing works. Sometimes the work is also broken into separate stages. It is best to get in contact with us to discuss and create a works plan.
- Prior to the actual works commencing, we require the area to be cleared, available access for our truck and equipment, and no other trades or traffic to be in the designated area for the duration of the works.
Knowing the following details will assist us in providing you an initial price guide and timeframe for your project:
- Dimensions of the area/s
- Approximate m2
- Photos of the current area/photos of the desired result
- An approximate date of potential works commencement
- Location of the floor, e.g. ground floor or above, tight access, shared area etc.
- Reasons for considering polished concrete
- Drawings/plans of the floor if applicable
- Intended use for the floor, e.g., living space, workshop floor etc.
Regarding the process itself…
Following job completion and aftercare/maintenance…
- Light, regular cleaning is best. For example, dry micro-fibre mop/vacuum the floor weekly, and wet mop the floor every 2-4 weeks using a PH neutral, enzyme floor cleaner.
- Clean up spills immediately.
- Use door mats at all points of access to prevent excess dirt entering the area.
- If there are heavy areas of use, install a mat/rug to help minimise the concentrated traffic on these areas.
- Please note, as polished concrete is still a breathable surface, any floor covering must be able to breathe and not be rubber/solid backed.
- Any coverings that are not breathable – rubber backed mats, masking tape etc.; polished concrete is a breathable surface and suffocation can damage the surface.
- Any liquids that are either: highly acidic - citrus juice, vinegar, soft drinks etc.; or highly alkaline - bleach, oven cleaner, baking powder etc. These substances are not PH neutral and can affect the PH level of the concrete surface resulting in staining, marking or damage. They should be cleaned up immediately.
- Sitting water. Polished concrete is not designed to hold sitting water over prolonged periods of time, as it can start to deteriorate the surface.
- Excess dirt. Abrasion from excess dirt and dust can lead to premature wear of the surface. Light, regular cleaning is recommended.
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