Queensland's Polished Concrete Specialists

Polished Concrete Floor Finishes
& Concrete Polishing Specialists

Seamless, hard-wearing polished concrete floors for Brisbane homes and businesses, from new builds and renovations to retail fit-outs and offices. One durable floor that looks stunning for decades, with almost no maintenance. Proudly servicing Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba.

15+ yrs
In Business
50+ yrs
Floor Lifespan
48hr
Quote Turnaround
Residential & Commercial
Brisbane
Gold Coast
Sunshine Coast
Toowoomba
Residential polished concrete floor in a modern Sunshine Coast hinterland home with indoor-outdoor living

One Floor That Does It All

Polished concrete is the floor that does everything, striking enough for a designer home, tough enough for a busy retail floor, and so low-maintenance you'll wonder why you ever considered anything else. We grind, hone and polish your slab into a seamless, light-reflecting surface that lasts for decades.

With more than 20 years in the industry and 15 years as OzGrind, our concrete polishing specialists grind and polish concrete floors for homes, shops, cafés, offices and showrooms across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.

Whether it's a brand-new slab, an existing garage floor or a tired retail space, we'll show you exactly what your concrete can become, and back it with a finish you'll be proud of.

Residential & Commercial
50+ Year Lifespan
Almost Zero Maintenance
Custom Colours & Finishes
Hygienic & Allergy-Friendly
Free, No-Obligation Quote
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Where Can You Install a Polished Concrete Floor?

From the family kitchen to a flagship retail floor, a hotel lobby to a gallery, polished concrete suits more indoor spaces than almost any other flooring. Here's where our clients love it most.

Open-plan living & kitchens
Hallways & entryways
Apartments & units
Basements & cellars
Retail shops & boutiques
Shopping centres & malls
Supermarkets
Cafés, bars & restaurants
Hotels & resorts
Offices & co-working spaces
Reception & foyers
Showrooms & display homes
Galleries & museums
Schools & universities
Salons & beauty studios
Gyms & fitness studios

We also do outdoor areas, garages, sheds and warehouses, get one free quote for any space:

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Commercial polished concrete floor in a school corridor, durable and long-lasting, Gold Coast

Polished Concrete Finishes & Applications

Polished concrete floors and finishes for homes, businesses and industrial spaces across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, choose a category to see what suits your project.

Polished Concrete in Homes

Polished concrete flooring is the signature look of the modern Australian home. Seamless, light-reflecting and incredibly easy to live with, it's a hard-wearing, allergy-friendly alternative to tiles, timber and carpet, perfect for new builds, renovations and extensions.

  • New builds, renovations & extensions
  • Open-plan kitchens, living, dining & hallways
  • Custom colours, aggregate exposure & gloss levels
  • Warm underfoot with optional in-slab heating
  • Allergy-friendly, non-toxic & easy to clean
  • Adds lasting value to your home
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Polished concrete terrace and alfresco at a modern Brisbane home

Commercial Polished Concrete

First impressions are made at floor level. Give your shop, café, office or showroom a premium, on-trend look that handles relentless foot traffic and still looks immaculate years later, with cleaning costs a fraction of carpet or vinyl.

We schedule around your trading hours, including after-hours and staged works, so your doors stay open and your fit-out stays on programme.

  • Retail & showrooms
  • Cafés & hospitality
  • Offices & foyers
  • Handles heavy traffic
  • Low cleaning costs
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Commercial polished concrete floor in a Brisbane retail showroom

Industrial Polished Concrete Floors

Built for the toughest environments, industrial polished concrete delivers a dust-proofed, abrasion-resistant floor for warehouses, factories, workshops and logistics centres, standing up to forklifts, racking loads and constant traffic while staying easy to clean.

  • Warehouses, factories & distribution centres
  • Workshops, mechanical & manufacturing
  • Forklift & heavy-load rated
  • Dust-proofed for cleaner air & stock
  • High light reflectivity cuts lighting costs
  • Minimal downtime & a long service life
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Industrial polished concrete warehouse floor

Mechanically Polished Concrete (MPC)

Mechanically polished concrete (MPC) is the premium 'true' polished finish. The slab is progressively ground and refined with diamond tooling and densifier for a dense, durable, light-reflecting surface that won't peel or delaminate, the benchmark for designer homes and showpiece spaces.

  • True mechanical polish, not a topical coating
  • Densified slab won't peel, flake or delaminate
  • Matte/satin, semi gloss or high gloss sheen
  • Minimal through to full aggregate (stone) exposure
  • Extremely hard-wearing & long-lasting
  • Premium finish for homes & showrooms
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Mechanically polished concrete floor with matte minimal-exposure finish, Auchenflower Brisbane home

Grind & Seal Polished Concrete

Grind & seal (G&S) is a fast, cost-effective way to get the polished-concrete look. We grind the surface to your chosen aggregate exposure, then apply a tough topical sealer, ideal where budget, speed or an existing slab makes a full mechanical polish impractical.

  • Budget-friendly polished-concrete look
  • Great for garages, sheds & offices
  • Matte/satin or high-gloss sealers
  • Great chemical & stain resistance
  • Fast turnaround & easy to refresh
  • Anti-slip additives available
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Grind and seal polished concrete floor in a Brisbane office

MPC vs Grind & Seal: Which Is Right For You?

Two very different systems are both often called "polished concrete". Mechanically polished concrete (MPC) is a true mechanical polish in the slab itself, a higher upfront cost, but a 50+ year lifespan with minimal upkeep. Grind & seal (G&S) is a topical coating that costs less now but needs periodic sand & re-sealing over its life. Here's the quick version on cost & longevity:

Strong / preferred Good / depends Fair / watch-out
Cost & LongevityMPCG&S
Initial PriceHigherLower
Lifespan50+ years with minor self-maintenance5-10 years before sand & re-seal
Long-Term ValueExcellentGood
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Surface Polished Concrete

Surface polished concrete delivers a clean, very flat, low-exposure finish polished at the surface of the slab. It's a smart, value-driven choice for large, level commercial and industrial floors, sheds, warehouses and showrooms, where a uniform look matters more than deep stone exposure.

  • Cost-effective over large floor areas
  • Clean, uniform, low-exposure finish
  • Ideal for sheds, warehouses & retail
  • Hard-wearing & easy to maintain
  • Choice of matte, satin or gloss sheen
  • Fast turnaround across big areas
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Surface polished concrete shed floor, the Sunshine Coast

Outdoor Polished & Honed Concrete

Honed and polished concrete for outdoor living, patios, alfresco areas, courtyards, pathways and entertaining spaces. A seamless, slip-considered finish that stays cooler underfoot and flows effortlessly from indoors out, custom-coloured to suit your home and landscaping across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.

  • Patios, alfresco & entertaining areas
  • Courtyards, pathways & verandahs
  • Modern seamless honed finish
  • Slip-considered for outdoor & wet areas
  • Cooler underfoot in the Queensland sun
  • Sealed for UV, stain & weather protection
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Outdoor honed and polished concrete entry and patio at a Brisbane Gold Coast home

Polished Concrete Pool Surrounds

Honed concrete pool surrounds stay cooler underfoot and are slip-considered for wet areas, a seamless, modern finish that ties your pool, coping and alfresco together. Custom colours and aggregates let you match the surround to your home and landscaping. This Project, As seen on TV (Ready Set Reno).

  • Cooler underfoot through summer
  • Slip-considered for wet pool areas
  • Seamless coping & paving look
  • Custom colours & aggregate options
  • Sealed against pool chemicals & stains
  • Ties pool, alfresco & garden together
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Honed concrete pool surround and coping by a backyard pool

Polished Concrete Garage Floors

Upgrade your garage with a polished concrete floor that resists tyre marks, oil, chemicals and hot-tyre pick-up. Far tougher and easier to clean than bare concrete or paint, it gives your garage, workshop or man-cave a clean, showroom-quality finish that lasts.

  • Resists oil, chemicals & tyre marks
  • Resists hot-tyre pick-up
  • Quick to sweep & mop clean
  • Hard-wearing durable finish
  • Matte/satin or high-gloss options
  • Anti-slip additives available
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Polished concrete garage floor with high-gloss finish, Brisbane

Polished Concrete Driveways

Honed concrete is the common term for polished concrete used outdoors. It lifts your home's street appeal while standing up to vehicles, weather and UV. We grind your driveway to a smooth, slip-considered finish in a range of stone exposure levels to complement your home and landscaping.

  • External polished & honed concrete driveway finishes
  • Slip-considered for safety underfoot
  • Stands up to vehicles & the weather
  • Long-lasting finish that does not date
  • Sealed for stain & UV protection
  • Boosts kerb appeal & resale value
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Honed exposed-aggregate concrete driveway at a modern Gold Coast home

Choose Your Finish

Polished concrete is customisable. For new slabs you can decide on 4 things, the type of polished concrete, how matte or shiny it is, how much stone you want to see, and the colour of the concrete and aggregate. For renovations and existing slabs you already have the colour/aggregate selected, but the other 3 options you can still customise, although a surface polish and nil exposure usually aren't possible on existing slabs. We'll help you choose the right combination at quote stage.

MPC, surface polish and grind & seal polished concrete finishes compared

Finish Type

Three ways to polish a slab. MPC is the gold standard for indoor homes and commercial floors; surface polish suits very flat commercial and industrial floors; grind & seal is a more affordable option for better stain and chemical resistance.

Polished concrete gloss level samples showing matte, satin and high-gloss finishes
Matte/SatinSemi GlossHigh Gloss

Gloss Levels

Choose how much your floor shines, from a soft, understated matte through to a deep mirror gloss. The higher the polish, the more light it reflects and the brighter your space feels.

Polished concrete stone exposure samples showing nil, minimum and full aggregate exposure
NilMinimumFull

Stone Exposure

Control how much of the stone aggregate shows through. A nil finish stays smooth and subtle; minimum exposure reveals some character; full exposure delivers a bold, terrazzo-like look.

Polished concrete colour samples with decorative aggregate and oxide colour mixes
Custom ColoursDecorative AggregateOxides

Colours, Decorative Mixes & Polished Aggregate

It isn't just grey. Add oxides and decorative aggregates to match your palette, warm and neutral, crisp and light, or dark and dramatic. Dozens of combinations available.

Are Polished Concrete Floors Durable?

Yes. A polished concrete floor is one of the hardest-wearing, lowest-maintenance floors you can choose. Mechanically polished concrete is around ten times harder than untreated concrete, shrugs off heavy traffic, and keeps performing for decades with little more than a regular mop. Here's what you get.

Lasts 50+ Years

A properly polished slab outlives carpet, tiles, timber and vinyl many times over, no replacing, no re-laying.

Almost Zero Maintenance

No grout to scrub, no boards to re-oil. A quick sweep and mop is all it takes to keep it gleaming.

Healthier & Hygienic

Seamless and non-porous, it won't harbour dust, mould or allergens, ideal for families and food spaces.

Cooler & Energy-Smart

Concrete's thermal mass helps keep interiors cooler in summer and works beautifully with in-slab heating.

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Reflective commercial polished concrete floor in a modern Brisbane performance-club gym with fitness equipment

What Our Polished Concrete Clients Say

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"The OzGrind team was amazing with their communication and efficiency. They came out to look at the job, quoting less than they did online. They were also clear about their workload and fit us in at late notice, getting the job done in less time with a great result! We love it!"
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Letitia Britt
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"OzGrind were efficient in responding to my request for a quote. Sales staff were able to guide me through all queries including the finishes & the processes to assist us in deciding the best finish for the purpose of the room not just the look. The team onsite were efficient but also thorough in the job they did & took all rubbish & cleaned area with care. Would highly recommend"
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Jenny Barends
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"Fantastic outcome with our concrete floors we had polished with OzGrind recently. The end result far exceeded our expectations and the OzGrind team were great every step of the way. The advice we received before and throughout the process, the team’s attention to detail and responsiveness were exceptional. Highly recommended."
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Luke Meakin
Polished concrete · Google review
Polished concrete floor in a contemporary Brisbane home dining room with timber chairs

Polished Concrete Floors in the Home

Build the floor your whole home flows from. Polished concrete gives you a seamless, designer surface that's pet-friendly, kid-proof and easier to live with than anything else, no grout, no scratched timber, no worn carpet to replace.

We work with homeowners, builders and designers on new builds and renovations across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, tailoring the colour, sheen and aggregate to match your vision. Want it to continue outdoors? We do outdoor & honed concrete for alfresco areas and pool surrounds too, just ask for a quote.

New builds & renovations
Kid & pet friendly
Custom colours & sheen
Apartments & basements
Works with floor heating
Adds resale value
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Polished Concrete for Your Business

First impressions are made at floor level. Give your shop, café, office or showroom a premium, on-trend look that handles relentless foot traffic and still looks immaculate years later, with cleaning costs a fraction of carpet or vinyl.

We schedule around your trading hours, including after-hours and staged works, so your doors stay open and your fit-out stays on programme.

Retail & showrooms
Cafés & hospitality
Offices & foyers
Handles heavy traffic
Low cleaning costs
After-hours scheduling
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Commercial polished concrete floor in a modern fashion retail boutique, Gold Coast

Concrete Polishing Specialists & Professionals

Specialist Equipment & Crews

Industrial diamond grinders and experienced operators for a flawless, even finish, every time.

Dust-Controlled & Clean

Industrial extraction and silica management keep your home or business clean and safe throughout.

Honest, Upfront Quotes

A clear, no-obligation quote within 48 hours, with the right finish recommended for your space and budget.

Residential & Commercial

From a single living room to a full retail fit-out, one trusted, fully insured contractor for both.

Close-up of hands finishing a high-gloss polished concrete floor with exposed aggregate, Brisbane
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Stockland Hutchinson Builders Suncorp Stadium John Holland University of Queensland Multiplex Brisbane City Council Metricon City of Gold Coast Boral Woolworths Frasers Property Toyota
Indoor polished concrete floor in a designer Brisbane home

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Polished Concrete FAQs

Answers to the questions homeowners, builders and business owners ask us most about polished concrete.

What exactly is polished concrete?

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Polished concrete is a concrete floor that's been progressively ground and refined with diamond tooling, then densified and polished to your chosen sheen. The result is a hard, seamless, light-reflecting surface where the finish comes from the concrete itself, not a coating that can peel or flake.

It's a standout choice in both homes and commercial spaces. In a home it gives you a clean, modern, seamless floor that flows through open-plan living, while in retail, hospitality, offices and warehouses it delivers a hard-wearing, professional surface that handles heavy foot traffic year after year.

One of its biggest advantages is cost over time. Polished concrete has among the lowest life-cycle costs of any flooring option, because it uses the slab that's already there, lasts 50 years or more, and needs only minimal maintenance (a regular sweep and damp mop, with the occasional re-seal or re-polish). There's no carpet to replace, no boards to re-oil and no grout to scrub.

It's also a healthier floor. Being seamless with no grout lines or fibres, it doesn't trap dust, allergens or mould, making it a great option for allergy sufferers and easy to keep hygienic. And because concrete has high thermal mass and a light-reflecting surface, it can help even out indoor temperatures and reduce the need for artificial lighting, which can mean savings on heating, cooling and power bills.

Mechanically Polished Concrete (MPC) is the genuine article, the slab is mechanically refined and densified so the shine is in the concrete itself, giving the deepest, most durable, longest-lasting finish. There's also a more affordable option called Grind & Seal (G&S), a sort of "cheat" version that looks like polished concrete but is really a coating applied over a ground slab to mimic the look. It has its own advantages too, including excellent chemical and stain resistance, and it's quicker and cheaper to install. We'll help you choose the right one based on your look, budget and how the floor will be used.

How much does polished concrete cost?

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The price of polished concrete comes down to a few key factors: the finish you choose (Grind & Seal is the most affordable, while Mechanically Polished Concrete sits at the premium end), the level of stone/aggregate exposure (nil, minimum or full stone), the gloss level (matte/satin, semi gloss or high gloss), and the size and condition of the slab plus site access. As a rule of thumb, larger open areas work out more cost-effective per square metre.

For residential projects under 200m², the quickest way to get a figure is to request a fast, free quote.

For commercial projects larger than 200m², give us a call on 1300 OZGRIND and we'll provide an estimating guide based on the size and scope, or send through your plans and we'll prepare a detailed quote.

Is polished concrete good for homes?

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It's one of the best floors you can choose for a modern home. It's seamless, hard-wearing, kid and pet friendly, doesn't trap dust or allergens, and looks striking. It also pairs perfectly with in-slab heating and suits everything from open-plan living to apartments and basements.

Is polished concrete slippery?

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When dry, polished concrete has good traction. For wet areas, bathrooms and busy commercial spaces, we can apply anti-slip treatments or choose a honed (matte) finish to increase slip resistance. We'll recommend the right option for each area of your project.

How long does polished concrete last?

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A properly polished and maintained floor can last 50 years or more, far longer than carpet, vinyl, timber or tiles. With the occasional re-seal or re-polish, it can keep looking great for the life of the building. It also never goes out of style, unlike tiles or carpet.

Can you polish my existing slab?

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Yes, for renovations this is standard. We can polish existing slabs and remove old tiles, carpet glue or coatings first. Only a very small number of slabs are unable to be polished due to their condition, and in this case we may offer a feather finish or other suitable alternative. We do garages and sheds too, just ask for a quote.

Is polished concrete cold or hard underfoot?

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Concrete sits at room temperature like any solid floor and actually helps regulate indoor temperature through its thermal mass. In cooler areas it works beautifully with in-slab heating. It is a firm surface, similar to tile or stone, which is part of what makes it so durable.

What's the difference between mechanically polished and grind & seal?

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Mechanically polished concrete is refined entirely with diamond tooling and densifier, the shine is in the concrete itself, giving the deepest, most durable finish. Grind & seal grinds the surface and then protects it with a sealer, which is faster and more affordable. We'll help you choose based on your look, budget and how the floor will be used.

How do I maintain a polished concrete floor?

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It's about as easy as flooring gets, regular sweeping and a damp mop with a pH-neutral cleaner keeps it looking great. There's no grout to scrub or boards to re-oil. Commercial floors may benefit from periodic re-sealing, which we can handle for you.

Can polished concrete be done in an occupied shop or office?

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Yes. We regularly schedule commercial work after hours, overnight or in stages so your business keeps trading. Our equipment is dust-controlled to keep the site clean and safe. Let us know your constraints and we'll plan around them.

Will polished concrete floors crack?

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Concrete is a natural material and some hairline cracking and shrinkage is normal in any slab, polishing doesn't cause it, and in most cases minor cracks simply become part of the floor's character. We recommend waiting a minimum of 18 months after your slab has been completed before we come back to do any repairs, as your ground will still be settling. Where needed, we can fill and try to colour-match cracks so they blend in, however in some cases you can still see them from certain angles. On new slabs, correct curing, joint placement and good site practice keep movement to a minimum. Most clients are happy with the odd crack because the benefits of polished concrete far exceed this one minor issue.

Can I have polished concrete in wet areas?

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Yes, for a new build, definitely. Bathrooms, ensuites and laundries are a great fit, giving you a seamless, easy-to-clean surface with no grout lines. For these areas we use a suitable sealer and can add an anti-slip finish to keep traction high when the floor is wet. Proper waterproofing and falls to drains are handled as part of the new build, the same as any wet area.

For renovations, however, this can be a bit more tricky and will depend on your building certifier. We usually recommend tiles for a wet area renovation.

Can I have polished concrete outside?

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Outdoor polished concrete is technically called honed concrete. You could also do a Grind & Seal, however we don't recommend it outside as it often has moisture issues. Honed concrete is a beautiful, durable, slip-resistant surface that stands up to weather, moisture and UV. It's ideal for patios, alfresco areas, driveways and pathways. Get a free quote for any outdoor area.

Can I have polished concrete around my pool?

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Absolutely, pool surrounds are one of the most popular outdoor applications. We use a honed finish with an anti-slip treatment so the surface stays safe underfoot when wet, along with a sealer chosen to handle pool chemicals, UV and the elements. Ask for a quote for your pool surround.

Why do people choose polished concrete over other flooring options?

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It's a rare combination of looks, durability and low maintenance. Polished concrete is seamless and incredibly hard-wearing, doesn't trap dust or allergens, is kid and pet friendly, and works beautifully with in-slab heating. There's no grout to scrub, no boards to re-oil and no carpet to replace, and because it uses the slab that's already there, it can be a more sustainable, long-lasting choice than carpet, vinyl, timber or tiles.

What is acrylic polished concrete?

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Acrylic polished concrete, sometimes called a grind and seal, is a ground concrete floor finished with an acrylic sealer rather than a mechanical polish. It gives a similar look at a lower cost and suits driveways, patios and budget-conscious projects, though it does not wear as hard as a mechanically polished floor.

Can you polish concrete stairs, slabs and overlays?

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Yes. We polish concrete stairs, slabs, overlays and feature elements, matching the finish to the adjoining floor. Stairs are detailed by hand to keep the edges crisp and the tread safe underfoot.

Do I need a special concrete mix for polishing?

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For new pours, letting your concreter know you want a polished finish helps, as a well finished, even slab with good aggregate gives the most consistent result. We also grind and polish existing slabs, working with the aggregate and colour already in your floor.

Concrete Polishing Areas We Cover

We polish concrete floors right across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, from inner-city renovations and retail fit-outs to new homes in the suburbs and on the coast.

Brisbane North Brisbane South Brisbane East Brisbane Gold Coast Sunshine Coast West Brisbane Ipswich Logan Toowoomba
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