Polished Concrete Floor Installation

Polished concrete installation is a multi-step process that includes grinding the concrete slab flat, adding a penetrating liquid that reduces the porosity of the concrete, and then polishing the surface to the desired level of reflectivity.

Because polished concrete floors utilize the structural slab of a building, they’re extremely durable. Properly installed polished concrete floors are abrasion and stain resistant and should last decades with little to no maintenance.

Most polished concrete floors cost between $2.50 and $9 per square foot. For extremely small or large jobs, pricing may be outside of this range.

Polished concrete floors require little maintenance. They should be dust-mopped and cleaned regularly with a pH-neutral cleaner. For commercial floors that receive extremely high traffic, periodic repolishing may be required.

Polished concrete floors are considered non-slip. Excessive water on polished floors can reduce traction. For high-traffic areas, walk-off mats can be incorporated at doorways to reduce water intrusion onto the floor.

Concrete can crack over time due to settlement and thermal movement. Cracking can be limited by installing control joints at intervals specified by a structural engineer.

Yes. Polished concrete is considered eco-friendly because it utilizes the existing concrete slab to create a finished floor. Reduced maintenance waste and reduced lighting requirements due to reflectivity also contribute. LEED credits may be available for polished concrete floors.

Absolutely. At Craftsman Concrete Floors, we’ve installed thousands of residential polished concrete floors and guide you through every step, from pouring the slab to coordinating with finish carpentry and millwork. Polished concrete offers a sleek, modern look that’s durable and low-maintenance for residential spaces.

Low-gloss polished concrete can be a durable, attractive finish for outdoor spaces like patios. It’s comfortable underfoot, easy to clean, and stain-resistant when properly specified.

Yes. Any concrete can be polished, but the final appearance depends heavily on slab quality, flatness, and the level of aggregate exposure.

Yes, polished concrete has a similar temperature to tile. Its thermal mass allows it to retain heat well, making it ideal for in-floor heating systems.

We install polished concrete nationwide.