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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

How To Clean A Concrete Patio

There must be a plenty of answers to the question raised: how to clean concrete patio? But before the cleaning procedure is taken ahead, the fact that has to be taken into account is that no concrete patios can be treated equally. At Xtreme Polishing Systems we have a team of seasoned professionals who have end-to-end solutions to all your worries. We realize that clean concrete patio makes the surrounding inviting and provides your property a great curb fascination. Over the period of time, due to regular use of the floors, there grows a layer of grime and dirt as well as mildew or algae. The floors may have been ill-decorated with spills, oils, grease and other stains. And, maintaining a patio concrete in good repair is essential for environmental hygiene. Thus, it has to be cleaned from time to time. So, if you are looking for a professional assistance, Xtreme Polishing Systems has got to be your place. A few steps are followed by the professionals. Routine

Understanding the A to Z of Epoxy Resin

The term epoxy has been widely adapted for many uses beyond fiber reinforced polymer composites. Today, epoxy adhesives are sold in local hardware stores, and epoxy resin is used as the binder in countertops or coatings for floors. The myriad of uses for epoxy continues to expand, and variants of epoxies are constantly being developed to fit the industries and products they are used in. Here are some things that epoxy resin is used in: General purpose adhesives As the binder in cement and mortars Rigid foams Non-skid coatings Solidifying sandy surfaces in oil drilling Industrial coatings Potting and encapsulating media Fiber reinforced plastics Epoxy is thermosetting . That means that it cures depending on the surrounding temperature. Once epoxy is cured, it cannot be uncured. Epoxy is an epoxide, which simply means that it's more reactive to other chemicals. A polyepoxide such as epoxy is made up of unreacted epoxide. This basically means that pure epoxy is ext

All That You Should Know About Hand Angle Grinders

What are Hand Angle Grinders? Hand Angle Grinder is a handheld power tool which is used for different purposes such as cutting, grinding and polishing. This tool can be powered in multiple methods like; it can be an electric motor, petrol engine or compressed air. Also known as side grinder, this tool is used with large variety of cutters and attachments due to the availability of an interchangeable power source. As the name suggests, the motor drives a geared head at a right-angle where a disc (abrasive disc or a thinner cut-off disc) is mounted. The characteristic to be able to handle different discs and accessories makes it a versatile tool. Generally, a Hand Angle Grinder has an adjustable guard and a side-handle which is suitable for two-handed operations. What is Hand Angle Grinders Used for? Cutting and grinding iron, steel and other metals, bricks and stones, rusted bolts etc. Cutting up stuff for disposal in the trash Sharpening blades Metalworking and constructi

Significance of Concrete Cleaning Chemical and its Types

When we talk of ‘cleaning’, what immediately comes to your mind? Obviously, water and soap or a soapy solution. But in this ever developing world, where everything is advancing so rampantly, why should cleaning process be left behind?  Cleaning our place and surroundings is as important as cleaning ourselves. Cleaning our space is not only good for the appearance of our place but is equally significant for our physical and mental hygiene. No matter how much we try, we cannot escape dirt and various stains that keep generating in the space we live in. Be it our homes or our workplace, all get marked with dust and different types of stains at a certain point of time. And for cleaning this, a mere soapy solution is not enough. Here comes the key role of Concrete Cleaning Chemical. It is available in the market in a large variety to treat concrete surfaces from contamination. It is advised to spray the recommended Concrete Cleaning Chemical on the stain and let it sit for around 1