First, steps are taken to remove any remaining sealer, VCT, glue or epoxy that is left on the floor.

Grinding

Passes are made with Metal Bond Diamond to bring the concrete to a uniform finish.

Densification

A densifier is added during the process to increase the abrasion resistance of the floor and to eliminate dusting on concrete.

Polishing

Resin Bond Diamonds are used to polish the floor to the customer’s required level of gloss.

Dying

Penetrating dyes can be added during the polishing steps to give concrete a particular color. Multiple colors and saw cuts can be used to create unique designs.

Sealing

A penetrating sealer is not necessary but can be added to protect from highly acidic, or harsh chemicals that can stain or etch concrete.

Using coarse grits like 6 grit or 16 grits to remove existing coatings, also can use PCD toolings

Seal cracks and joints with an epoxy or other semi-rigid filler.

Grind with a 30 grit metal matrix diamond.

Grind with a 70 grit metal-bonded diamond.

Grind with a 100 grit metal-bonded diamond (or finer, if desired).

Apply a chemical hardener to densify the concrete.

Polish with a 100- or 200-grit resin-bond diamond, or a combination of the two.

Polish with a 400-grit resin-bond diamond.

Polish with an 800-grit resin-bond diamond.

Finish with a 1500- or 3000-grit resin-bond diamond (depending on the desired sheen level).

Optional: Apply a stain guard to help protect the polished concrete flooring surface and make it easier to maintain.

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