Can You Polish Old Concrete?

P

olished concrete enhances the durability of concrete and the ambiance of a property. It is a great flooring solution for residential, industrial, and commercial properties.

If you are wondering if your existing concrete can be polished, the short answer is yes, as long as your concrete is structurally sound.

Polishing Existing Or Old Concrete

Even 100-year-old concrete floors can be polished. The minor cracks and imperfections created from years of use add a unique character and story to the floor.

However, a couple of things need to be considered before polishing your old concrete.

Depending on how the concrete was poured and used and its current condition, it can be polished to a beautiful, contemporary-looking floor or a unique multi-pattern polished concrete floor.

The main challenge is removing years of glue, adhesives, dirt, grime, and thin-set off the concrete and then flattening and polishing the surface.

However, wavy floors that need extensive repairs or are extremely porous may not be good candidates for polishing. If you have any doubts about your concrete floor, it is best to consult with an experienced polished concrete expert.

What If My Old Concrete Cannot Be Polished?

If your concrete floor is determined unsuitable for polishing, don't worry. You can always consider resurfacing it with a decorative overlay. This is a great way to disguise flaws such as cracks and stains. You can learn more about the difference between resurfacing and polishing here.

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