Polished Concrete
Polished concrete floors in Longview & Tyler, TX
Why polished concrete?
BDC is an insured, independent concrete polishing contractor serving Longview, Tyler and East Texas since 2005. Polished concrete gets its shine from honing the slab itself, not from a coating, so there is nothing to chip, flake, peel or scratch. It is the most durable, lowest-maintenance floor we install.
A great fit for
- Warehouses and distribution centers
- Retail stores and showrooms
- Restaurants and offices
- Homes, new and existing slabs
Commercial & industrial
Commercial and warehouse floor polishing
Large floors are where polished concrete pays off most. The cost per square foot drops as the area grows, and with no coating to wear through, there is no recoating to schedule around your business.
- Reflects up to 30% more light for a brighter, safer space
- Reduces forklift tire wear and machinery marking
- Slip resistant compared to coatings
- No wax, no coatings to chip, flake or peel
- From a few thousand to over 100,000 square feet
- Night and weekend work available to avoid downtime
Residential
Polished concrete for homes
A polished slab gives a home a clean, modern floor that is easy to live with. Concrete of any age can be polished, depending on the condition of the slab, and new construction is the easiest time to plan for it.
- Works on new slabs and existing concrete
- Easy care: a damp microfiber mop and mild cleaner
- Never needs waxing
- Custom designs like medallions, borders and logos
The process
How concrete is polished
- 01
Grind
The surface is ground with progressively finer diamond abrasives to remove imperfections and create a smooth surface.
- 02
Densify
A chemical densifier is applied to harden the concrete and make it more resistant to staining.
- 03
Polish
Progressively finer polishing pads bring the floor up to the level of shine you want.
- 04
Protect
A protective guard may be applied to protect the polished surface and enhance its appearance.
Is polished concrete a good choice for warehouses?
Yes. Polished concrete increases safety by reflecting up to 30% more light, and it reduces wear on forklift tires and marking from other machinery.
Polished concrete is also slip resistant, so slips and falls are less likely than on coatings. Warehouses benefit the most because the cost per square foot drops in large areas.
How do I clean my polished concrete floor?
The key to a lasting floor is keeping it free of dust, dirt and grime. We recommend a damp microfiber mop with water or a mild cleaner such as Simple Green or Ameripolish rejuvenating floor cleaner.
Avoid waxes, Pine-Sol, linoleum floor cleaners, bleach, ammonia and other harsh chemicals.
Does polished concrete need waxing?
No. Polished concrete gets its shine from mechanical honing, not cheap sealers or waxes. Wax is actually a contaminant on polished concrete because it leaves an unwanted film.
Is polished concrete durable?
Yes. Polished concrete has no sealers, waxes or coatings to chip, flake, peel or scratch. That is the main appeal of polished concrete.
Can old concrete be polished?
Concrete of any age can be polished, depending on the structural integrity of the slab. Older slabs can show evidence of previous floors, such as ghosted tile lines or stains.
Our work