Polished concrete floors go through multiple polishing steps using progressively finer grits of industrial diamond abrasives to achieve a smooth surface, high gloss finish, or a low-sheen matte finish. Grind and seal concrete floors follow a different grind and seal process where we grind the concrete surface and apply a topical sealer for protection.

Unlike polished concrete, the seal system creates a barrier on top of the floor, offering great stain resistance with fewer steps and less cost. Both flooring solutions look great—your choice depends on the desired look, durability needs, and how much maintenance you want to handle.

The grind and seal process involves grinding the concrete floor with industrial diamond abrasives to open the concrete’s profile. After the surface preparation is complete, we apply a high-quality sealer to seal concrete and protect it from stains and wear. It’s a practical choice for residential spaces, retail spaces, and commercial settings because it delivers a sleek and professional finish without the labor-intensive polishing process.

Polished concrete floors offer a smooth, glossy finish with a more consistent appearance thanks to the detailed polishing process. You can choose your desired level of shine—anything from a soft satin polish to a high gloss floor. The result is a sleek and professional finish that works well in homes, office spaces, and any area where you want durable, attractive concrete flooring.

Yes. Sealed concrete floors offer strong abrasion resistance, good chemical resistance, and increased durability for high traffic areas. The sealing process protects the concrete surface from stains, moisture, dirt, and wear. While they may require more maintenance over time compared to fully polished floors, sealed concrete floors still hold up well in both residential and industrial setting environments.

Grind and seal concrete is often recommended for retail spaces, garages, restaurants, and many commercial settings because the seal method is flexible and delivers great performance. It’s ideal if you want a smooth surface, excellent stain resistance, and a stylish finish at a lower cost. It’s also a great choice for stained concrete floors when you want color locked in under the sealer.

Most grind and seal floors and many polished concrete installations can be completed in a couple of days depending on the size of the space and the desired look. The grind process, surface preparation, and sealing steps move quickly, especially compared to more labor-intensive polished concrete installations. Once the sealer cures, you’ll have a durable floor ready for foot traffic soon after.

Maintenance is simple. Polished concrete floors need minimal maintenance—usually just dust mopping and occasional cleaning to maintain the shine. Sealed concrete floors benefit from gentle cleaning and resealing every few years to keep the barrier strong. Both flooring options are easy to maintain, resist stains, and handle everyday foot traffic well.

Polished concrete floors typically cost more because the polishing process is more involved, requires more steps, and uses finer diamond abrasives to achieve a high gloss finish. Grind and seal concrete floors are usually more budget-friendly since the seal process is faster and less labor intensive. Both systems are durable, but grind and seal concrete floors give you excellent results at a lower cost while polished concrete offers the most refined, long-lasting appearance.