Why Polish New Concrete Floors?
Polishing a new concrete floor (on day one) can prevent future damage, reduce the cost of maintenance, reduce dust and help retain the like-new condition long into the future.
Waiting until the floor is failing, damaged or heavily soiled increases cost and disruptions, lowers the strength of the concrete and allows harmful substances to contaminate the concrete.
The old adage, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure is particularly relevant for concrete floors.
Prevent Concrete Damage
A skilled concrete polishing company will determine which densifier/sealer, polishing process and or surface protectant is necessary to achieve the best performance and lowest cost for your facility.
Concrete is a porous material so it will absorb harmful liquids and other substances which can permanently contaminate your floor. This could result in persistent problems which can be disruptive and cause a health hazard for the occupants.
Reduce the Cost of Maintenance
Industrial facilities face a battle against wear and tear from forklifts, carts and other daily processes. Concrete densifiers and the concrete polishing process help to increase the abrasion resistance of the concrete and prevent substances from sticking to surface.
This substantially pushes back the first maintenance cycle and also reduces the depth of damage to the concrete. Floors that are polished early are substantially more resilient and require less maintenance.
The ability to push back and reduce maintenance is advantageous for most manufacturers. Scheduling maintenance when the facility is in production is a challenge at the best of times.
Reduce Dust
Concrete dusting is a common problem in facilities where there is an exposed concrete floor. It is a normal process that occurs as the concrete absorbs carbon dioxide and begins to break down. Normal wear and damage from harmful substances will also cause concrete floors to begin dusting.
Concrete polishing is one of the best ways to stop and prevent concrete dusting. Both the chemical and mechanical processes work to eliminate dusting. Clean, bright, and low dust facilities are safe, productive and healthy facilities.
Maintain the Like-New Appearance Indefinitely
If a concrete floor is professionally polished before it become compromised, it is possible to maintain the beautiful appearance indefinitely. The key is to polish and densify the floor before it becomes contaminated with harmful substances or badly carbonated.
The strength and durability of the floor which is critical for manufacturing and logistics facilities can also be retained.
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