Exposed aggregate polished concrete just like a normal polished concrete floor is very similar to sanding wood.
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Polished concrete with exposed aggregate.
To expose the aggregate you first have to grind down the floor after which you can polish the surface to give the concrete a mirror like finish similar to terrazzo or polished marble.
An exposed aggregate floor utilizes the decorative qualities of a concrete mix s aggregates and the strength and longevity of the structural slab.
A requirement for greater slip resistance is often a driver to explore other options such as the inclusion of retardants or shot blasting.
We use large machines to mechanically grind and reveal the aggregate in a concrete floor.
It requires an aggressive cut on the floor past.
Once the level of aggregate desired is achieved the floor can then be turned into honed and eventually polished concrete.
The most prevalent texture or finish for internal exposed concrete floors is polished either power trowelled for a smooth solid appearance or diamond ground to expose the aggregates.
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There are lots of options when it comes to exposing aggregate for polished concrete floors.
Depending on the original psi of the concrete it could be extremely hard.
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Although decorative concrete flooring is extremely specialized we don t want you to think that this service is out of your price range.
Royale concrete rescued a 65 year old concrete floor at a farm chemical warehouse by exposing aggregate and polishing to an 800 grit finish.
Newer concrete has a tendency to be a little harder so it could take longer to expose the proper amount of aggregate.
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The first thing we consider when creating an exposed aggregate floor is the age.
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We can grind the floor wet.
You can use a typical exposed aggregate procedure surface retarders sandblast the surface or diamond polish the surface.
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Newer concrete is anywhere from 3 months to 10 years.