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While you want your polished concrete to look attractive and smooth for as long as possible, accidents happen, especially in high-traffic areas or commercial work spaces. When working with muriatic acid or other acidic materials, spills can damage your polished concrete, creating unsightly, unattractive spots. Fortunately, just like we can repair and remove scratches and […]
If you have a surface that needs to be cleaned, profiled, or prepared to have a new coating laid down, you may be deciding what equipment will do the job right—a shot blaster or a floor grinder.
In this guide, your surface prep product experts from Buy Manufacturers Direct are exploring the factors that influence epoxy coating thickness. Join us as we provide detailed recommendations for various environments, and share expert tips to ensure your epoxy floor coating project is a success.
Removing epoxy from a concrete garage floor can be a challenging task, but it’s essential for those looking to refinish or resurface their flooring. Whether you’re preparing for a new coat of paint, sealing, or laying down a brand-new epoxy layer, ensuring that the old epoxy is completely removed will result in a smoother, more […]
When working with diamond tooling in surface preparation, maintaining peak performance is crucial for achieving the best results. One common issue that can hinder efficiency is the glazing of grinders, a problem that often leads to decreased cutting effectiveness and increased wear on the equipment. Understanding the causes and solutions for glazed grinders is essential […]
Pin holes (sometimes called “bug holes”) in concrete are more than just unattractive surface voids, they can lead to cracks, gouges, and other issues that weaken your slab, reducing its lifespan and increasing then need for costly repairs. For coated surfaces, pinholes and pits lead to faster wear and unattractive peeling. Pinholes and surface voids […]
The IMPACTS S210 shot blaster is a popular option because it is a compact shot blaster that offers the necessary power to profile concrete and remove existing coatings. It’s ideal for both residential and commercial surface preparation because it can fit into small spaces and is easy to transport and store. One of the […]
The Prep/Master line of floor grinders is one of the leading brands of grinders on the market, known for their power and durability. However, there will be times when you may have to perform routine maintenance or simple repairs. To help you save time and prevent damage, we’re walking you through the steps to take […]
If you want to quickly and effectively remove even the thickest epoxy coatings, a scarifier is an excellent option. Equipped with hard, durable cutting tools, they can “chew” through asphalt, concrete, and thick coatings so it can be profiled and recoated or painted. To remove a thick coating with a scarifier and apply a fresh […]
Before you lay down a fresh coating or paint the surface with new markings, you need to make sure all the old paint has been removed from your concrete. You can use a floor grinder to do this quickly, but it’s important to take your existing slab into account. If your concrete is harder, using […]