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One of the reasons that concrete is considered such a versatile flooring option is that it can mimic other forms of flooring while still maintaining the advantages of concrete. Concrete can be made to look like wood, like tile, like stone – almost every type of flooring except for carpet. There is no better example of this than the way concrete can be designed to look like terrazzo, one of the most popular styles of a terrazzo floor and interior wall décor available. What is Terrazzo Flooring? Terrazzo is a world-famous flooring method with origins in 16th century Italy. Sitting on a considerable amount of excess marble and stone cuts, designers in Renaissance Italy placed the marble in cement and ground it by hand. It eventually created a very unique style of flooring that remains popular even today: A genuine terrazzo floor is rarely used in today’s construction. But a terrazzo floor style tile is still extremely popular, used in everything from mid-century modern homes to casinos to commercial properties all throughout Colorado and the United States. Instead of creating […]
...READ MOREIn the past years, polished concrete flooring has become one of the most used flooring materials. Property owners across industries and property types have chosen it for it the multiple advantages it offers. These advantages make polished concrete flooring adaptable to many commercial properties. If you are considering concrete flooring for your warehouse, garage, manufacturing plant, or other facility, these are the benefits you can expect as well as the features that you might have to plan around. What Makes Polished Concrete the Best Commercial Flooring Options for Denver Properties? Commercial flooring can represent a significant investment in your property. The initial materials and installation cost is one factor. You will also need to consider ongoing costs of your floor in terms of maintenance and expected repairs. This cost should balance out with the features the floor offer, of which polished concrete offers many: Cost-Effective – Concrete is readily available and extremely affordable. With polishing as well, it is more affordable than alternatives like tile, terrazzo, and stone. Long Lifespan – A concrete surface can last many decades. The polished […]
...READ MOREConcrete floor polishing is a beautiful, cost effective, and resilient floor. It has the hardness and strength of concrete, but with improved durability since the concrete floor polishing process makes it nonporous. Polished concrete is also extremely attractive with a smooth surface and various levels of gloss. The sheen of a polished concrete floor is one of the options you are able to customize, as well as the aggregate exposure. These features are responsible for the final appearance of a polished concrete floor. As you are planning for a new flooring installation, you can consider the options available. Polished Concrete Gloss Levels and Aggregate Exposure Classes Polishing concrete requires grinding the surface with fine grit diamond sanding pads. The grit on pads can range from below 100 to over 800, with grits between 400 and 800 being the most common for polished concrete floors. The polishing process grinds away a small amount of the surface. This creates a shine and removes the top layer of the concrete. Based on the fineness of the grit, the amount of concrete removed, and […]
...READ MOREMany commercial properties in Denver are updating their flooring to polished concrete. Colorado Concrete Repair, a top commercial flooring contractor in Denver, provides polished concrete installation in Denver. With expert and professional services, we guarantee a beautiful and functional floor at a competitive cost. Colorado Concrete Repair is able to install new polished concrete floors, resurface existing floors, and provide a range of other commercial flooring services throughout Denver and the surrounding area. Contact us to schedule a consultation, learn more about our services, or get a quote on your concrete flooring project. What Makes Finished Concrete Flooring the Right Option for Commercial Facilities in Denver? Regardless of industry, almost every property in Denver needs a flooring solution that is durable, long lasting, and attractive. Polished concrete is a leading choice to provide all of these benefits at an extremely reasonable price. Where there are additional requirements that a floor needs to meet in terms of safety, maintenance, or aesthetics, polished concrete can adapt easily and remain a leading choice that offers all of the following benefits: Easy Cleaning and Maintenance – Polished concrete […]
...READ MOREWhen a long lasting and durable material is needed in construction, concrete is already one of the top options. It is hard enough to resist damage from impacts, stands up well to different elements, and naturally survives for years without deterioration. The primary way that concrete becomes damaged is when dirt and moisture collect in the porous surface and start to erode it from the inside. Polished concrete replacement flooring hones the surface of traditional concrete to remove all of the gaps and holes, creating a perfectly smooth and non-porous that is both attractive and resilient. By eliminating this weakness in concrete, polished concrete floors can provide you with a commercial flooring option that will last for many years. Extending the Lifespan of Concrete with Polishing Polishing concrete replacement refines concrete into a surface that is even more durable, but it requires the correct process to ensure that they last for as many years as possible. This includes: Preparing the Surface – The amount of work necessary here depends on the existing concrete base. If it was freshly poured, almost […]
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Colorado Concrete Repair specializes in industrial and commercial flooring solutions, including polished shiny concrete, so we’d like to take a moment to share with you polished concrete benefits. Polished concrete floors are a green flooring solution that also contributes to the awarding of a LEED designation; they are also durable and increase the ambient lighting in each space. Let’s review the some of the benefits of polished concrete below. SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF POLISHED SHINY CONCRETE INCLUDE: Stain-Resistant: The mechanical process of polishing the concrete, including densifying and sealing the surface, tightens the porous concrete floor to repel liquids, including oil, water and other contaminants. This prevents them from contaminating the surface, however it is still a good idea to clean up spills when they happen, especially acidic liquids. Increased Slip-Resistance: The process of mechanically grinding and polishing a concrete floor increases its coefficient of friction when compared to ordinary concrete. The shininess of the polished concrete can be tricky; it does not make the surface more slippery, but instead polished concrete often exceeds OSHA standards for floors. Less Maintenance: Most […]
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