Concrete Polish
Polished concrete floors are another very common type of concrete floor coating. Polished concrete yields a shiny, smooth appearance with less texture than concrete staining provides.
What is Concrete Polish?
Basically, a polished concrete floor is one that has multiple layers of concrete that have undergone numerous grinding processes to create a smooth, even surface. That gives a polished floor a hardness that makes them long-lasting and an evenness that makes them easy to clean.
Why Polish Your Concrete Floor?
There are several reasons to choose a polished concrete floor over other styles. Here are a few of the best reasons for choosing polish:
Polished Concrete Floors are Safer
They don’t collect dust or allergens, which makes them a great choice for people who suffer from health challenges like allergies or asthma.
Polished concrete floors are volatile organic compounds (VOC) free, meaning they don’t release those compounds into the air you breathe like other flooring options with VOC might. This is important because these compounds have several negative health effects. They can irritate your throat, eyes, and nasal passages, and they can cause damage to internal organs like your kidneys.
Additionally, polished concrete floors are considered slip-resistant, more so than any other smooth, hard flooring style. It’s a great choice for a high-traffic area, such as a garage.
Polished Concrete has a Longer Lifespan
Polished concrete floors also have a long lifespan, so you can enjoy them for many years without needing to replace or repair them. That makes them a great low-maintenance investment.
More Environmentally Friendly
Polished concrete floors are more environmentally friendly because they don’t require the same amount of repair and replacement as other types of flooring. In fact, installing them reduces lifetime waste by up to 97%. Moreover, they are better at absorbing heat during the day and releasing it at night, so they can help keep your garage at a more comfortable temperature.
They’re Flood and Spill Resistant
Another great feature of polished concrete floors is that they are moisture and flood-resistant. The penetrating liquid used in the polishing process–a silicate densifier–reduces the porosity of the concrete. That means there is a reduced amount of moisture that can be absorbed by the concrete when exposed to spills or floods. In fact, in most cases, there won’t be a need to repair a polished concrete floor after a flood.
Do You Have More Questions?
The experts at Utah Garage Epoxy Flooring are happy to consult with you about your garage flooring project. We can help you make the best decision for your individual situation. We are as passionate about our work product as you are about your home project, so give us a call today, and we’ll help you make the right decision for you.
