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How To Clean Concrete Floors

Are you unsatisfied with the finish of your concrete floors? Are you wondering how to clean concrete floors, slabs or countertops? Contact Xtreme Polishing Systems - we will make every effort to improve the looks of concrete floors. Be it patios, sidewalks, driveways or front offices our professionals, who hold an experience of many years, bring your floors back to life safely and naturally! Concrete floors get dirty easily. Although they take up dirt very gradually, they need to be cleaned at regular intervals. They take up a lot of grime from dirty, oily cars parked in driveways; spilled grease and so on. Cleaning them periodically will add to their everlasting beauty as well as extend their life. Xtreme Polishing Systems has conquered the industry for more than 30 years following a proper method to restore that 'new' look of concrete floors. The professionals first and foremost determine which tools and cleaners will be the best suited for cleaning your particular

Dust Shrouds for Floor Grinders

A dust shroud is a system used to control dust at the point of origin with the help of grinding. These shrouds can be fitted to most popular brands of hand held angle grinders. When these shrouds are fitted to popular brands of hand held angle grinder it becomes a piece of equipment that fits onto the gear housing bearing box of an angle grinder. A vacuum system is attached which helps in extracting the dust while grinding. Types of Shroud:  4", 5" & 7" Dust Buddie The Dust Buddie is the pro contractor's choice for dust control, especially when using a hand grinder for decorative concrete is used for crack chasing, tuck pointing and cutting. It is made of durable polycarbonate which provides the contractors with the durability they need to hold up in the most extreme working environments. It is a clear shroud so it provides contractors with the visibility they need for optimal control. The cutting depth guide is easy to adjust and essential when perform

Concrete Floor Polishing Machines

Floor polishers are ideal for shining up a floor. As long as you are careful and follow directions, your floor polishing experience should be good. Floor polishers tend to be heavy and can run off on their own if they are not held firm and secure. Because the placement of the handle determines the direction the machine goes in, it will take some practice to adequately work the machine. Floor polishers are versatile floor refinishing machines that operate by using rotating brushes or pads to scrub, polish or buff a floor to maintain its appearance. There are a range of alternative attachments for different floor surfaces, so they are quite a versatile cleaning machine. Different types of floor polishers   The number of brushes can vary on floor polishers. A two brush polisher will be lightweight and suitable for small areas such as most residential properties, with a three brush polisher ideally matched for medium-sized areas such as  commercial shops or offices. There ar

How To Acid Stain A Floor

The acid stained floor process, often termed as ‘colored concrete’, is one of the most popular applications to add dramatic effects to a concrete floor. The application can be viewed as an ideal alternative to carpeted or tiled floors, as it gives a depth of color to the floor by combining different colors and techniques. It actually results in uneven coloration of the concrete floors making different patterns. Xtreme Polishing Systems brings to you a complete guide on ‘how to acid stain concrete floors’. Taking precautionary measures: Before starting to acid stain the floors, we remove all the baseboard and trim work to avoid damage. The wall and the exposed lower cabinets are covered with at least 12 inch masking paper. Preparing the surface: Floors are washed away with water to confirm they are not sealed. Grease and oil spots are removed by using sandpaper, floor sanders or chemical strippers. Acrylic patches are repaired using acrylic patches. We usually tend to avoid

Understanding Epoxy Coatings

Floors are usually something to which we don’t pay much attention unless something is wrong with them and yet they are an essential part of workday productivity and safety. You may want to consider an alternative flooring option for your facility and its potential impact. One of these options is epoxy floor coatings . Epoxy is an adhesive that is susceptible to reactions with other chemicals. When applying an epoxy , it is mixed with a hardening agent that causes it to become very strong adhesive resistant to weathering and other chemicals. It is almost impossible to separate two agents that have been bound together by epoxy coatings . This makes an epoxy finish extremely durable, serviceable and stable. Learn how epoxy coatings can be used to benefit your business by reviewing the following. Epoxy coating products are used frequently in the automotive and aeronautical industries. Various businesses employ epoxy coatings for specific industry uses and needs. Epoxy enamel i

Chemical Floor Hardeners

Understanding the A to Z of Chemical Floor Hardeners Chemical floor hardeners are commonly used to chemically seal and harden the concrete floorings. These chemical products act as a sealant hydrating to make a great impact and strengthen the flooring permanently. Irrespective the chemical floor hardeners variations to choose from, it’s vital to understand the benefits and features they come associated with, such as reduced dusting, higher gloss impression, and a longer life expectancy of the concrete floor. Initially, people were skeptical when it comes to using densifiers. After all, how can a liquid sealant with an appearance of water change the properties of concrete? Understanding the Basics of Chemical Floor Hardeners These chemical floor hardeners are formulated out of chemical reactive products which help in hardening the concrete surface. The hardeners are ready to use for one can use directly in his/her DIY projects. These are liquid based and comes w