Polished concrete may seem fairly straightforward. Take a concrete slab and make it shiny, right? In short, this holds true. But there are two distinct and different ways of getting to this point.
Cement is one ingredient – if not the key ingredient – in the industrial concrete that builds much of the world around us. Portland cement is the most common variety. In 2017, the energy costs related to its production added up to more than $7 billion globally. How are scientists creating "green" cement?
Concrete floors are renowned for their durability. Areas with high traffic or exposure to things like chemicals, heavy machinery, or constant moisture can all benefit from the stability of concrete. But, like anything and everything else, concrete isn’t indestructible. We'll help you decide whether it's time for surface repairs on your concrete.
Most people have attended sporting events at an indoor multipurpose arena. Today, many cities host multiple sports teams, which means that having a home court or home ice is important. All indoor arenas rely on custom concrete floors to support the massive weight demands placed on the surface. Here’s some insight into how your local arena does it.
Mexican fast food chain Chipotle is loved nationally for its burritos. They pride themselves on making quick, fresh food with the highest-quality ingredients. Their brick-and-mortar restaurants are also designed with these themes in mind. Polished custom concrete floors give Chipotle the aesthetics and functionalities that their restaurants need to succeed.
The benefits of plain concrete floors are easy to recognize: their durability, cost-effectiveness, and easy maintenance can’t be contested. That being said, plain concrete has the tendency to appear dull. Once the concrete has been poured, a multitude of custom concrete coatings are still available to modify your new floor.