Transform your dull and lifeless concrete floor into a sleek and modern masterpiece with our grind and seal service
What is Concrete Polishing?
Concrete polishing is a process that transforms ordinary concrete floors into visually appealing, durable, and low-maintenance surfaces. Through the use of advanced techniques, such as diamond grinding and burnishing, certified concrete polishing contractors can achieve a range of finishes with varying levels of gloss and aggregate exposure. This versatile flooring solution is suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, offering both functionality and aesthetics.
What are the benefits of concrete polishing and sealing?
3 levels of concrete polishing
Honestone offers a range of polished concrete floor packages to suit every need and budget.
From our standard grind and seal service to our premium diamond polished concrete service. Each package provides a different finish level.
The Standard Service
This service involves grinding your concrete floor to the desired aggregate exposure (or often no aggregate is exposed), then applying a clear resin top coat.
Resin sealers exist as water or solvent based acrylic, polyurethane or epoxy and are available as matt, satin or gloss.
Whilst the floor will be smooth and flat any holes, cracks and imperfections will be noticeable.
The Deluxe Service
This service involves grinding your concrete floor to the desired aggregate exposure (if any), grouting the floor to minimise any holes or cracks, then applying a clear resin top coat.
Various first quality resin sealers are then used to provide a barrier to protect the concrete from food and chemical penetration.
The Premium Service
This service involves grinding your concrete floor to the desired aggregate exposure (if any), grouting the floor to minimise any holes or cracks, treating the concrete with a deeply penetrating densifier then applying a clear resin top coat.
Using premium concrete densifiers and impregnating sealers, together with the most experienced diamond polishing operators, Honestone is raising the bar for our competition.
Concrete Polishing FAQ
Yes, concrete polishing can be applied to existing concrete floors, provided they are in a suitable condition. The team at Honestone will assess your floors and perform any necessary surface preparation, resurfacing, or restoration before polishing.
There are many factors that will impact the time frame, these are the condition of the slab, the finish required, accessibility of the area, preparation of the slab and the number of men and machines available. Honestone is experienced in delivering projects under tight scheduled and we have completed small projects in two days and large scale (9000sqm) commercial jobs in six weeks.
For further information, contact Honestone’s technical support experts: info@honestone.com.au.
This depends on the amount of traffic on the floors. In a residence, with the right combination of sealers, your floors may need resealing and rebuffing in approx 5 to 10 years. In a commercial environment, such as in restaurants, we recommend the floors be resealed and rebuffed every 12 months. We offer this service at a minimal cost.
The first cut preferably should be done just before the frame goes up. This way we can get right up to the edges. We then do a final cut and polish after the walls are complete, but not painted. The concrete will need to be covered during the building process to prevent staining from other trades.
At the very earliest planning stage is best, so we can provide you with cost effective solutions.
The price varies according to the condition of the slab, the size of the area, the level of grinding required, the aggregate exposure and the sealer. Polished concrete is a cost effective alternative comparable to timber, tiles, carpet, vinyl, pavers, stencil crete, etc. Prices to suit your particular project are available on enquiry.
Our machines have a dustless vacuum system. Dust is kept to a bare minimum.
However due to the nature of this work, there will always be dust.
Diamond grinding or honing is the process of removing the surface layer of concrete, leaving the aggregate exposed to a smooth, matt, low maintenance finish, or grinding without exposing the aggregate.
Grinding marks will often be visible resulting in the need for the use of progressively finer grinding pads. Depending on the aggregate and level of grinding the concrete, a polished finish or high lustre is able to be achieved by this process.
Sealers prevent staining of the surface and assist with cleaning. Sealers can also help enhance the colour of the polished concrete finish.
Yes! If you are laying a new slab, there are different cement colours to choose from, which you will need to discuss with your concrete supplier.
Yes! The depth of the grind can give different levels of aggregate exposure in the final finish. A non-exposed aggregate finish can be achieved, however the surface needs to be in excellent condition.
Yes! If you are laying a new concrete slab, you will be able to select a cement colour combined with various aggregates to your liking. You will need to discuss these options with your supplier.
Not necssarily, the surface can be made non-slip. This is governed by the method of grinding and sealers used.
Honestone is experienced in public areas, such as walkways, parkways and communal recreational spaces.
Yes! If you want a fresh, cutting-edge look Honestone can polish your existing slab and create a new, contemporary and ow maintenance floor. The overall look will depend upon the type of concrete and hardness (MPA) of the slab, the aggregate and condition of the slab.