Monday, September 30, 2013

Methods of Painting Concrete Floors

Methods of Painting Concrete Floors (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Whenever you want to alter the color of your concrete floor, there are many types of products which you can apply topically to offer semi translucent or opaque color effects. These products have been formulated to offer great effects on concrete surface…

Friday, September 27, 2013

Diamond Tools are Mandatory for Polishing

Diamond Tools are Mandatory for Polishing (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Diamonds are among the valuable tools for concrete polishing contractors. For many years now, concrete flooring has been considered to be highly functional, but there was no aesthetic value attached to it. But this is no longer the case because there…

Thursday, September 26, 2013

How and When to Apply Concrete Densifier

How and When to Apply Concrete Densifier (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
When would be the best time for the application of chemical hardeners on your cement floors? Based on an expert’s experience, it’s advisable that each of the substrates to be evaluated first so as to know when to apply based on the condition of…

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Applying Garage Door Coating Effectively

Applying Garage Door Coating Effectively (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Garage floor coverings could be installed in almost all types of garage door floors. But a good floor system for a garage consists of a base coat, primer and top coat. A primer coat helps in making sure that a good bond is achieved. It’s advisable…

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Patterning and Sawing Stained Concrete

Patterning and Sawing Stained Concrete (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Sandblasted patterns and decorative cuts which can be achieved by using stencils can help add to the looks of a stained concrete floor. Proper timing of these operations is of great importance because it determines the final outcome to be achieved.…

Monday, September 23, 2013

What Do You Know About Polished Concrete

What Do You Know About Polished Concrete (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Polished concrete floors offer glossy like finish and there are many choices for polished concrete. You have the freedom to select almost any color, create your preferred patterns into the concrete surface before you start polishing. The reflectivity…

Saturday, September 21, 2013

Steps in Concrete Surface Preparation

Steps in Concrete Surface Preparation (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)

If you plan to overlay or reinstate existing concrete, appropriate surface preparation is crucial to attain best results. Successful concrete surface preparation requires apposite planning, multiple steps and efficient concrete surface preparation tools…

Friday, September 20, 2013

Concrete Dyes Enhance the Color Palette of Concrete Stains

Concrete Dyes Enhance the Color Palette of Concrete Stains (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
The appearance of customized concrete can be enhanced by using dyes that can produce vibrant colors. Decorative contractors combine concrete dyes and chemical stains so as to produce great synergy. Over the past few years, stains have received applause…

Thursday, September 19, 2013

How to Install Epoxy Floor Coating

How to Install Epoxy Floor Coating (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
The epoxy floor coating into your garage floor will definitely impress your neighbors. It helps in hiding the stubborn imperfections within the concrete and helps in giving your garage a unique sheen that is at the same time extremely practical. Epoxy…

Importance of Surface Preparation to Acid Stain Concrete Floors

Importance of Surface Preparation to Acid Stain Concrete Floors (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Concrete staining is a durable and attractive alternative to various other types of flooring such as tiles, carpets and so forth. With a little effort unattractive concrete floors can become beautiful and unique. Acid stains bring forth a unique coloring…

Angle Grinding of Concrete For Effective Results

Angle Grinding of Concrete For Effective Results (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)

When it comes to giving shape and polishing the concrete surfaces, the one tool that works to be most effective is the concrete grinder. This heavy machinery functions efficiently but requires skill and strength to handle them. They are also prone…

Maintaining Your Polished Concrete Floors

Maintaining Your Polished Concrete Floors (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Low-maintenance polished concrete floors have been marketed as a zero maintenance floor for a number of years. Although the durability of these floors exceeds any other in the market like other flooring investments, polished concrete requires minimal…

Seven Reasons Why You Should Consider Concrete Floors in Your Home

Seven Reasons Why You Should Consider Concrete Floors in Your Home (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Concrete floors do not look boring and grayish any longer. There are various attractive options available when it comes to concrete flooring. If you are yet to decide upon installing concrete floors at home, here are 7 reasons you must consider: Cost…

Why to Hire Professionals for Cleaning Concrete Patios and Porches

Why to Hire Professionals for Cleaning Concrete Patios and Porches (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)

If you want to host a special occasion, you need to scrub the dirt and debris, but would you be satisfied? It is a far better idea to hire professionals who are experienced in cleaning patio spaces with concrete cleaning chemicals. Here are some of…

Decorative Choices with Concrete Dyes

Decorative Choices with Concrete Dyes (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
There are many decorative options which concrete canvas can go for and among the available options is the combination of concrete dyes and chemical stains. Stains have been rated as one of the best by those who need transformative color options, but…

How do Grinders Work?

How do Grinders Work? (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)

Concrete polishing tools make use of rotating disks to carry out numerous tasks such as light Texturing, removal of thin coatings and paints among others. The reason for their versatility is the grinding attachments which comes in many grits and types…

Concrete Dyes Enhance the Color Palette of Concrete Stains


Concrete Dyes Enhance the Color Palette of Concrete Stains (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
The appearance of customized concrete can be enhanced by using dyes that can produce vibrant colors. Decorative contractors combine concrete dyes and chemical stains so as to produce great synergy. Over the past few years, stains have received applause…

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

How do Grinders Work?

How do Grinders Work? (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
Concrete polishing tools make use of rotating disks to carry out numerous tasks such as light Texturing, removal of thin coatings and paints among others. The reason for their versatility is the grinding attachments which comes in many grits and types…

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

How A Concrete Densifier Will Make Your Concrete Floor Last A Lifetime?

How A Concrete Densifier Will Make Your Concrete Floor Last A Lifetime? (via Xtreme Polishing Systems)
You don’t have to watch the condition of your floor deteriorate when there’s something you can do with it. Thanks to concrete densifiers, a chemical substance that helps to harden the structure of your concrete for longevity. The type and condition…

Monday, September 2, 2013

Concrete Maintenance and Cleaning Guide

If your concrete, garage or driveway floor has become dirty and patched, you can take care of these temporary stains in various ways. You will need a power washer, tri sodium phosphate or TSP, scrub brush, kitty litter, broom, 5% solution of muriatic acid, work gloves, safety glasses, detergent and laundry bleach.

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Clean Up the Concrete: Before getting rid of stains, vacuum or sweep the place to make sure that there are no loose dirt particles on it. Use a power washer to tackle the dirt and grime from concrete surfaces. A hot water power washer can be better. It is available on rent and helps clean common spills of grease or oil. Using Xtreme Polishing Concrete Floors can eliminate the staining altogether.


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Grease Staining:
Grease and oil stains can be removed with TSP or scrubbing powder that is mixed in warm water. All you need to do is give a thorough scrub. You can even spread some TSP powder on the mark, allowing it to stay a few days before sweeping. Stubborn stains can at times be removed by saturating the space with mineral spirits and spreading TSP or cat litter on top. Sweep up the place a couple of days later.

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If the stain is too tough to remove, you can pour a 5% mixture of muriatic acid right over the stain and scrub it using an old push broom. Since the acid creates unpleasant smoke, make sure that the place is well-ventilated. Wear safety gloves, glasses and long pants. Rinse the place intricately using fresh water to eliminate the acid.

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Mildew: Take an ounce of laundry detergent, some TSP and a quart of laundry bleach. Brush the solution on the mildew stained region on the floor. After a while, rinse the place carefully with cold clean water.

Xtreme Polishing how to clean concrete systems can help you get rid of unsightly stains on your floor.