Grind and Seal Concrete

Grinding and sealing concrete is a method of polishing concrete, by grinding the top layer of concrete to show as little or as much stone as the customer desires.

Once the right level of stone exposure has been achieved with the concrete grinding, we then use finer diamonds to remove visible scratching and get a flat surface ready for a coating. At this point the concrete can be dyed if you want to change the colour and/or it can be grouted if you want a much smoother more refined glass like surface. For a full stone exposure finish, we will always grout the floor, but for a minimum/random exposure you can choose if you want to add this step as it will cost more.

Lastly the floor is finished with a protective sealer. This sealer can be a matte, semi-gloss or high gloss.

Unlike mechanically polished concrete, grind and seal concrete is suitable for indoor as well as outdoor applications, including garage floors and outdoor undercover patios.

Grind and seal is considered as a more cost-effective option to mechanically polished concrete where there are budgetary constraints.

• Lower cost - The initial installation costs are somewhat lower than other polished concrete options.
• Bacteria resistant - Surface is non-porous and will not harbour bacteria.
• Outdoor options - There are outdoor options available in a UV stable finish to stop yellowing over time.
• Low maintenance - The nature of the surface means that less effort is required to keep the floor clean.
• Gloss finish - The cost is the same if you want a matte, semi-gloss or high gloss look.
• Slip resistant - Flooring grip can be enhanced by adding beading or grit.