Polished Concrete Flooring and Its Benefits

by | Jul 28, 2018 | Polished Concrete

If you are looking for a new floor solution, polished concrete floors might fit the bill. While these floors have been in existence for quite some time, there has been a rise in its popularity within recent years. The advantages of polished concrete flooring are many, yet here we list five of its benefits to figure out if this floor option is right for you and your business.

Affordable

If you are looking for something economical, you do not have to look much further than polished concrete. Its pricing is comparable to additional flooring options in the market. However, if you do the math so you can compare each flooring’s long-run cost, polished concrete will be the most affordable.

As we will mention below, polished concrete, if correctly maintained, may last years. Its durability will outlast other floor options you might be considering.

Easy to Care For

Caring for polished concrete flooring is no different than caring for additional flooring options. A day-to-day sweep and weekly scrubbing using an auto scrubber keep the floors long lasting and shiny. The flooring is resistant to tire marks that are made by vehicles and forklifts, meaning less scrubbing by you and your crew.

While its surface is not impervious and is prone to grease and oil stains, there isn’t any need to shine, polish, or wax the floors. Even with the heaviest traffic flow, polished concrete flooring retains its shine for years.

Longevity

As you consider the economic element of your floors, as aforementioned, polished concrete flooring almost pays for itself, mostly because of the long life it’s known to have. Polished concrete will last for years with minimal maintenance.

No Concrete Dusting

The wear and tear of unpolished concrete flooring often results in what professionals refer to as ‘concrete dusting.’ Essentially this ‘dusting’ is the material breaking down into a fine powder that may appear around dents, seams, and cracks This dusting isn’t just an annoyance, yet also is unsanitary and might interfere with fragile manufactured goods and equipment.

What is fantastic regarding polished concrete flooring is that the dusting is vastly reduced. There isn’t any need to be concerned with the wearing of the floor beneath you because the polish is protecting the concrete.

Polished Concrete is Energy Efficient

It’s a sustainable, natural option which may assist in saving on your utility bill, as well. This floor’s capability of reflecting natural and ambient lighting is impeccable. As it’s installed, you will see that its sheen allows you to have fewer lights on but still get the desired aesthetic.

The shine and reflection of the polished concrete may increase artificial and natural light in larger spaces.

There are more benefits to what polished concrete floors may bring to your business. Hopefully, the above ones helped to show you how it may be an option for your workspace. If you have any extra questions concerning maintenance, pricing, and installation, contact TC Floors for a consultation.

For more information about polished concrete flooring contact a specialized industrial flooring contractor at TC Floors today!

Michael-Rosenblat-

Technical Concrete Finishes

CEOMichael Rosenblat

With over 20 years in the field of technical concrete finishes, I offer a deep experience and precision in design and application of concrete floors. As founder of TCF West, I lead my team in crafting durable, aesthetically striking industrial floors. In this blog, I share industry insights to help elevate your space through quality flooring. Let’s connect to transform your environment with custom floors that meet your needs.