23Apr
15Apr
The Ultimate Guide to Shotblasting and How to use a Shot blaster
Shot blasting a floor can be beneficial for several reasons, depending on the type of floor and the desired outcome. Here are some key reasons why you might choose to shot blast a floor:Surface Preparation: Shot blasting is an effective way to prepare a floor for coating, such as epoxy or polyurethane. It helps to create a rough, textured surface that ensures better adhesion of the coating or paint. Cleaning: It can be used to remove dirt, grease, old coatings, or...
31Mar
The Ultimate Guide to Concrete Grinders: Best Picks and Buying Tips for 2025
What is a Concrete Grinder?
The Ultimate Guide to Concrete Grinders: Best Picks and Buying Tips for 2025. Concrete grinders are powerful tools designed to smooth, level, and polish concrete surfaces. Whether you're preparing a floor for a new coat of paint, removing old coatings, or achieving a polished, glossy finish, a concrete grinder is the tool of choice for getting the job done with the desired outcome.In this guide, we'll dive into everything you need to know...
25Mar
Grinding Concrete Floors
Grinding Different Types of Concrete Floors.
Concrete is an essential step in preparing a surface for different types of flooring, whether it's for polishing, removing imperfection or smoothing the surface. The process varies depending on the type of flooring you’re preparing for, such as tiles, hardwood, epoxy, or polished concrete. Here’s a general guide for different types of flooring: Grinding Concrete for Polished Concrete Flooring Objective: Achieve a smooth, shiny surface. Tools: Triple head concrete grinder. Diamond shoes. Vacuum. Polishing shoes. Densifier. Sealer. Process: Prep...
08Aug
Spiked!
Spikes play an integral role in laying screed and other flooring products; they’re crucial....
28Nov
Is there more than one way to skin a pig?
Well with floor preparation, quite often there is. Here are a few ways in which you can prepare a floor prior to applying a coating.
23Aug
Can you polish concrete? How do you polish concrete?
With uncertain times ahead, diversification is worth looking into. One area growing in popularity is polishing concrete to a glassy smooth finish, resembling granite or marble. With a little investment and knowhow, you can add another profitable string to your bow. All you need is a variable speed floor grinder which you can hire, a dust control unit and a set of polishing diamonds and pads. Polishing concrete is a multi-step process that involves grinding, honing, and polishing the surface to achieve...
26May