Polished concrete floors deliver exceptional durability, superior light reflectance, and minimal maintenance requirements for commercial and industrial facilities across Dallas-Fort Worth. Property owners and facility managers choose polished concrete to reduce lifecycle costs, improve facility lighting efficiency, and eliminate the ongoing maintenance burden of coated floor systems.
Our polished concrete specialists execute multi-stage grinding and polishing processes that transform raw concrete into mirror-like surfaces. From retail showrooms to warehouse facilities, we deliver polish levels ranging from satin finishes to high-gloss systems based on your aesthetic and functional requirements.
For warehouse and distribution facilities, polished concrete provides up to 30% improved light reflectivity compared to untreated concrete. This reduces lighting energy costs while improving safety and visibility for material handling operations. The hardened, densified surface withstands years of forklift traffic without deterioration.
LEED-certified buildings benefit from polished concrete's sustainable attributes. The process utilizes existing concrete, eliminates coating VOCs, and delivers decades of service without replacement - all contributing to green building certification requirements.
Property owners and facility managers work directly with our polished concrete teams. We coordinate work schedules to minimize facility disruption, execute installations during off-hours when required, and deliver floors that perform for 20+ years with minimal maintenance.
Why property owners choose us
- LEED-certified sustainable flooring option with up to 30% improved light reflectivity reducing energy costs
- Multi-stage diamond grinding and polishing process creates mirror-like finish that withstands heavy forklift traffic
- Eliminates need for waxing, coating, or regular maintenance saving thousands annually in facility upkeep
Project capabilities
Our polished concrete floor specialists deliver turnkey solutions from surface preparation through final burnishing. We coordinate with facility managers to schedule work during off-hours, minimizing business disruption. Our team handles concrete repair, densifier application, grinding through multiple grit stages, and final polishing to achieve your desired sheen level from satin to high-gloss.
What's included
- Concrete condition assessment
- Damage repair and patching
- Initial grinding to expose aggregate
- Progressive grinding through finer grits
- Densifier application for hardening
- Progressive polishing stages
- Final burnishing for gloss level
- Penetrating sealer application
- Dust extraction during all processes
- Complete floor care guidelines
Common project scenarios
- Warehouse operator seeking improved light reflectance and reduced maintenance costs
- Retail developer wanting modern, durable flooring for showroom spaces
- Manufacturing facility replacing failed epoxy coatings with long-term polished system
- LEED project requiring sustainable flooring solution for certification requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does polished concrete compare to epoxy coatings for cost and maintenance?
- Polished concrete has similar initial costs to industrial epoxy systems but provides 20+ year service life versus 7-15 years for epoxy. Polished floors require only routine cleaning - no waxing, stripping, or recoating. Total lifecycle costs typically favor polished concrete.
- Can existing concrete be polished or do you need new placement?
- Most existing concrete can be polished successfully. We evaluate concrete condition, repair damage, and execute the polishing process on your existing slab. New concrete placements allow optimized mix design for superior polish but aren't required.
- What gloss levels can you achieve with polished concrete?
- We deliver various gloss levels from satin (lower sheen, less reflective) to high-gloss (mirror-like, maximum light reflectance). Selection depends on aesthetic preferences and functional requirements like light reflection in warehouses.
- Does polished concrete work for retail and showroom applications?
- Yes, polished concrete is excellent for retail environments. The high-gloss finish provides modern aesthetics, superior durability for foot traffic, and ease of cleaning. We can incorporate decorative aggregates or dyes for custom appearances.