What is the Process for Polishing Concrete
Below is a table showing some of the advantages of concrete polishing when compared with common coatings such as epoxy.
| Polished Concrete | Epoxy Coatings | |
| Peeling | Does not peel or Flake - There is Nothing to Peal | Frequently Peels and Flakes |
| Dusting | Dusting is Usually Eliminated | Dusting Often Causes Failure of the Coating |
| Slip Resistance | Inherent Slip Resistance | Can be Slippery Unless Sand or Other Agregate is Added. |
| Maintenance | Does Not Require Waxing | Frequent Waxing Recommended on Decorative Applications |
| Environmental | Uses the Existing Floor, no Noticible VOCs | Frequently Have High VOCs and Often Require Frequent Recoating |
| Down Time | Polished Concrete Requires no Cure Time, | Often Requires Cure Time of Several Days After Completion |
| Longevity | Normally 10-15 Years | Often Requires Recoating in 2-5 Years |
| Cost | Comparable to Epoxy Coatings | Comparable to Concrete Polishing |
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