$150 m2 + GST
Project builders don't always approve polished concrete — organise with them first. For special or decorative mixes, call your local sales rep to confirm availability. A standard mix will often result in a brown/yellow tone.
STAGE ONE:
Must be completed 7 days after slab is poured, otherwise extra charges might apply (this does not apply to project builds as this finish might not be possible)
Water and power to be provided by customer. Alternatively it can be arranged by us at extra cost.
- First cut, a heavy cut at a lower grit (usually 30 grit) to expose stone (dry or wet depending on concrete hardness)
- Second cut a higher grit to remove scratches
- Third cut in conjunction with liquid grout; this process aims to fill any air bubbles or minuscule holes in the surface (not intended for big chips or holes or as a floor repair)
- Heavy densifier sprayed across all surface
- This process takes 1-5 days, depending on slab size.
- Some builders often cover the surfaces for extra protection, breathable products are recommended (such as Ramboard, Rhino board) if doing so, beware of taping onto the slab surface as this might leave a shadow imprinted on the surface that can't be removed by our processes, avoid using any type of plastic, vinyls or any other non breathable protection. We aren't responsible for any damages caused by any of these products
- Builders (or the owner) to supply rubbish bin to dispose of all the waste (dust bags and other materials) if bin is not available we can pile everything up, or dispose of these at an extra cost. ($500)
STAGE TWO:
This finish is ideally completed after gyprock has been completed and prior to installation of all cabinetry and skirting boards. Doing so prevents any water or machine damage to the above. Walls should not be painted to prevent any touch ups after our job has been completed (ceilings can be painted). Where these conditions can't be met, we will do as much as possible to protect such surfaces.
- 120 grit cut in conjunction with liquid grout
- Heavy densifier concrete hardener is applied to all areas that are to be polished. Then proceed with transition stage (from grinding to polishing)
- Polishing commences with low grit polishing pads.
- Another densifier layer is applied.
- Higher grit polishing pads are used to achieve desired shine (low, mid or high shine are available to choose from)
- Penetrating sealer is applied as the last step of the process.
A 48 hr curing period is recommended before continuing with the build (normal foot traffic is acceptable after 6 hrs).
- Existing minor cracks and chips in concrete will be patched but an exact colour match is not guaranteed. Excessive cracking will be charged at a lineal meter rate (by prior customer agreement).
- Concrete steps or concrete faces are not included in the square meter rate. Quoted upon inspection.
