The first major step in any concrete coating or polishing project is surface preparation, but there is one step prior that will help develop a game plan. Evaluating what you will be working with will help minimize potential issues that you might encounter.  During the evaluation process, the ar …

Polished concrete has become the choice of flooring for interior designers. It is attractive and extremely durable. We are repeatedly asked about polishing steps and stairs or treads and risers. Primarily, there are two types of stairs: cast-in-place and pans. Cast-in-place steps and stairs are form …

Before we can compare these two types of grinders, we must figure out the condition of the concrete project we are working on. All floor grinders will grind. If they can grind, they will also hone and polish. So, if you are removing tile adhesive or a resinous floor coating, either type will work. B …

On almost every project that entails surface preparation or polishing, there will be areas that a large grinder or shot blaster will not reach. Edges, inside corners, and recessed toe kicks are all areas that need to be ground with a smaller piece of equipment. When polishing a countertop, the small …

With all projects, selecting the most efficient piece of equipment to perform the work increases not only production but also provides a safe work environment for you, your employees, and others in the work area.When selecting a method of surface prep, having a goal will guide you through the se …

Surface preparation is a crucial step toward a successful outcome when applying a coating system, cement-based self-leveling mortar, resinous slurry, or repair mortar to a concrete substrate. The problem occurs when the installer must interpret the written word describing the surface profile nee …

Dust management when drilling, cutting, or grinding concrete is a critical step towards supporting a safe work environment. Airborne concrete dust is dangerous to all that is exposed to it. The first and most important precaution that should be taken is to capture dust as it is produced with an …

A handheld angle grinder is a power tool for cutting and grinding. It is among the most prevalent power tools seen in workshops and construction sites. You can use it for a wide range of tasks due to its versatility. Concrete grinding is one of them.When polishing concrete, the entire surface n …

The removal of adhesives or mortar from a floor can be a challenging process. Commercial carpet and vinyl tile flooring are mainly installed using an adhesive. Ceramic and porcelain tile uses a cement base mortar to develop a stable, void free substrate for the tile to rest on and develop a stro …

The term “Stain” in the concrete industry describes a liquid coloring material used to impart color to existing, hardened concrete.But what is stain? Stain can be a colorant in solution, suspension, or in a reactive form. A dye colorant in solution, like wood stain, will penetrate the substrate …