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How Safe is Polished Concrete Flooring?

Polished concrete  is a highly popular flooring option for industrial factories, business establishments, school facilities and residential neighborhoods because  concrete  is a safe, low maintenance and eco-friendly building material. Concrete flooring  is a very solid foundation and substantially eliminates any need for excess  flooring  like carpet, tile, laminate or wood.  Concrete floors  are extremely solid foundations, which ultimately creates a safer environment. Concrete floors are slip resistant and beautiful in appearance when they are properly prepared and executed. Concrete flooring is considered one of the safest and one of the most highest ranked flooring options in the world. The Coefficient of Friction (COF)  tests the slip resistanc e for all accidents on any type of floor including commercial, industrial and residential surfaces. The higher the value of friction the less slippery the surface will be in these settings. However, when the measurements repor

Using Concrete Dyes vs. Concrete Stains

Concrete  is such a popular flooring option among businesses, warehouses, schools, hospitals, and residential spaces because of its low and easy maintenance and extreme durability. Many people really enjoy the industrial and simplistic look of  polished concrete flooring . However, if you do prefer adding a little character and individuality to your floors, a  concrete dye  or concrete stain  can be added. This is an easy step to execute and will give your concrete slab a beautiful, luminous appearance that will leave you and your guests speechless. It's extremely important to recognize the difference between the two because each final result is different than the other. What Are Concrete Dyes? Concrete dyes transmit color by penetrating concrete or other porous cementitious surfaces. Concrete dyes are nonreactive and smaller in particle size compared to concrete stains or acrylic stains which allows for easier penetration and color saturation which ultimately leaves l

What is the Coefficient of Friction?

When asking 'What is Coefficient of Friction' in the concrete polishing industry, understand that  Coefficient of Friction   (COF)  tests the slip resistance  for accidents on any type of floor including commercial, industrial, and residential surfaces. Slip resistance is ideal for business owners and homeowners who need prevent slips and falls on polished surfaces. When the flooring foundation is properly installed and cleaned, the final result will provide a safe and durable surface made to withstand heavy traffic in both wet and dry conditions. Static and Dynamic Coefficient of Friction There are two types of Coefficient of Friction  known as static and dynamic. When measuring friction from a resting position, it is called static coefficient of friction (SCOF) , and the measurement of relative motion is called dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) . The measurements will discover the propensity for accidents on  flooring  in wet and dry conditions. The most import

3-n-1 Concrete Grinding, Polishing and Edging Machine

The best quality and lowest cost  '3-n-1 Concrete Grinding, Polishing & Edging Machine'  on the market is the  Concrete Genie Grinder , designed and manufactured by  Xtreme Polishing Systems . The Concrete Genie  is used to grind away imperfections, renovate and repair  concrete flooring . It is specifically built for the professional contractor, to the highest standards and specifications on the market for  grinding concrete . Xtreme Polishing Systems  understands the importance of having quality equipment and tooling  to withstand all industry projects, big or small, while completely transforming your  concrete floors . That is one of the many reasons why we designed a versatile and revolutionary machine like the  Concrete Genie Grinder  to prevent costly repairs while guaranteeing you ease of mind when working with  concrete flooring . With a machine like the  Concrete Genie , you'll be granted the ability to efficiently grind and cut the concrete , open u