Concrete Polishing in Portland, OR

A Complete Overview of Services, Cost, and Maintenance

Polished concrete may be the best wax-free flooring available on the market today. The cost per square foot to have it treated and maintained is minimal, and the look, versatility, and toughness are unparalleled. We can give you an exact look and feel that you want with your concrete flooring by polishing them and giving them a high-gloss finish or a more muted tone. Whether it’s a garage or a commercial space, we have you covered.

Ready to have your concrete finished? Call us today at (503) 744-0290!

What is Polished Concrete?

We use large, specialized machinery to bring the concrete to the desired degree for smoothness and shine in the same way you might sand wood. We then finish the concrete with a permanent coat of finishing compound that can be altered with stains or epoxies and flakes to look however you wish.

Because concrete polishing is a multistep process, you can choose the sheen level, from matte to extremely high gloss.

We can even include flake coatings that are infused with bits of granite and dyed different colors for your finish. These flake coatings are a popular choice for residential applications like garage floors.

What Does Polished Concrete Cost?

The cost of having your concrete polished and finished will vary depending on various factors. We have to take into account the square footage of the job, the complexity of the project, design options, and travel time when considering the cost of the job. Typically, you can expect to pay between $6 and $12 per square foot.

Residential jobs tend to be a little more costly per square foot than commercial jobs, but this is true of the industry as a whole and has to do with the setup time expended for residential work.

Are Polished Concrete Floors Hard to Maintain?

No. This is one of the biggest reasons that so many have adopted polished concrete flooring – ease of maintenance. Concrete is well known for being virtually indestructible, and when you add polish to it, it’s just tough as nails. Able to last for decades without and serious need for re-polishing or touch-ups. Polished concrete is top of the class in terms of maintenance.

How Does Polished Concrete Compare to Other Flooring Options?

In terms of long-lasting versatility, ease of cleaning, and aesthetics, polished concrete can’t be beaten. Investing in polished concrete floors means decades of use and ease of clean-up.

Polished Concrete Looks Slippery, Is It?

We get asked this question a lot, and for a good reason. These floors look smooth as glass, but they are actually quite safe as long as they are kept dry, just like any other hard floor. Polished concrete is less slippery than linoleum or marble.

The best way to prevent slips is to keep wet floor signs posted when floors have been mopped and keep welcome mats inside every entrance. Entrance mats are a wonderful way to prevent dirt and debris from entering the building, as well as preventing slips.

Ready to have your concrete finished? Call us today at (503) 744-0290!