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Polished concrete is a countertop and floor material and is not only beautiful but also tough and durable. Because polished concrete has a smooth and even surface, it is easy to clean and is also allergy free. It refers to taking a gray drab and a dull concrete surface and adding a shine to it. The act of polishing concrete is similar to sanding wood. The mechanical grinder or polisher is equipped with diamond polishing abrasive discs or pads that grind down the concrete’s surface until a smooth reflective finish is created and the concrete surface gets its shine. Since concrete polishing is a process that involves multiple steps, one can choose the level of shine, from satin to high-gloss depending on their maintenance and aesthetic requirements.

Polished concrete can either be wet or dry and one can get a number of varied treatments done to their concrete in order to improve its sheen, stain resistance and abrasion resistance. Contractors and home owners sometimes employ a combination of the dry as well as wet methods to polish concrete. Contrasting the wet method, the dry method does not make use of water. The machines are attached with dust catching systems that are used in order to prepare the concrete floor and get rid of any bumps and imperfections. The wet method of concrete polishing is used to cool down the diamond abrasive discs or pads and remove dust. The water also plays an essential role in reducing the friction and heat generated by the spinning polisher or grinder, and by doing so, extends the life of the costly diamond abrasive pads.

Polished concrete is not only eco-friendly since no living things are harmed in the process, but it is also practically a maintenance free choice for home owners. Polished concrete is durable, easy to clean and can also be stained for customized looks.