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If you’re about to take on a surface preparation project that involves using a concrete grinder to remove a coating from concrete or you need to polish a concrete floor, you know having the right diamond tooling is essential to getting the job done right. This means getting the right grit, and it also means […]
Unlike acid-based stains that react with concrete and change the color through a chemical reaction, concrete dyes penetrate the slab with fine coloring agents. The particles fill the pores, creating a near permanent color. Given how dyes work, we are often asked if concrete densifier should be used before dyeing it. The answer goes beyond […]
If you want a smooth, near flawless polish on a concrete slab there are two key components to making this happen. First, you need to have the experience and knowledge to know what steps to take, how to care for the concrete, and how to operate the equipment properly. Second, you need to use the […]
You want to deliver excellent results to your clients, and that includes making sure your polished concrete project maintains its sheen, smoothness, and coating for as long as possible, but you also want to minimize unnecessary steps and get the work done more quickly. We are frequently asked if applying Concrete Guard is necessary or […]
If you are working on a new construction or a massive renovation, you know you need to map out a schedule in order to keep productivity maximized, meet deadlines, and stay within budget. If part of this project involves pouring new concrete and getting a smooth finish, you may be concerned about whether or not […]
When it comes to surface preparation, particularly concrete, the common equipment is the floor grinder, floor scraper, scarifier, and of course, the shot blaster. All four of these are important to have because just one of these can not do everything you may need – for example, the shot blaster is going to get a […]
Removing adhesive or a coating from your concrete slab is a challenging project, especially if you don’t want to avoid leaving a scratch pattern or do a full grind and profile. Choosing the right tooling for this task is key to getting the results you want in a shorter period of time, and often, a […]
If you’re using a rotary machine to grind or polish a concrete floor, you may be surprised to see the manufacturer recommends maneuvering the machine in a side-to-side motion rather than straight forward. This action is more commonly seen with floor burnishers and buffing machines, but it’s necessary for rotary floor grinders, too. To help […]
If you have to work with asphalt or concrete, you need to have the right equipment to get the job done right. Concrete grinders, shot blasters, floor scrapers, and scarifiers are all used in surface preparation to get different results. So, what is a scarifier, and when should you choose it over other surface preparation […]
If you have a beautifully polished concrete surface, you want to keep that glossy, smooth sheen for as long as possible. In order to get that finish, diamond-impregnated or diamond-sprayed pads were originally used during the polishing process, so, in theory, diamond pads should be used to maintain polished concrete. Right? Yes, but not always. […]