How Much Does Concrete Grinding Cost In the Gold Coast
A very simple job in a small space may be a lot more expensive per square foot than a similar job on a large area simply because it is so much easier to use a machine or a larger machine in a large area.
A very simple job in a small space may be a lot more expensive per square foot than a similar job on a large area simply because it is so much easier to use a machine or a larger machine in a large area.
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<strong>How</strong> <strong>Much</strong> <strong>Does</strong> <strong>Concrete</strong> <strong>Grinding</strong> <strong>Cost</strong> <strong>In</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Gold</strong> <strong>Coast</strong><br />
The cost of having your concrete floor polished or ground can vary<br />
considerably depending on <strong>the</strong> situation and <strong>the</strong> requirements of <strong>the</strong> job. A<br />
very simple job in a small space may be a lot more expensive per square<br />
foot than a similar job on a large area simply because it is so much easier to<br />
use a machine or a larger machine in a large area. Very small areas with<br />
tight corners and many doorways or o<strong>the</strong>r obstacles mean that a much<br />
smaller machine needs to be used which not only takes longer but need a<br />
very experienced operator to produce a high quality job.<br />
A basic floor grinding can<br />
cost from $10 per m2<br />
where it just requires<br />
grinding and honing with a<br />
clear coating that exposes<br />
<strong>the</strong> stone on a floor that is<br />
is good condition.<br />
If <strong>the</strong> floor has tile glue,<br />
vinyl or carpet glue, etc. it can cost $18 perm2 and if <strong>the</strong>re are existing tiles<br />
or floor coverings it can cost around $25 per m 2 .
The finish that is required also affects <strong>the</strong> total price, do you want what is<br />
known as a “Cream Finish” which is where <strong>the</strong> surface or troweled concrete<br />
finish is buffed into a glass smooth finish with a penetrating type of sealer.<br />
This type of finish is often used in garages or commercial floors where <strong>the</strong>y<br />
require a very strong long lasting floor. The usual cost of this type of finish<br />
is about $70 per m 2 .<br />
To get what is called a “Salt n Pepper” finish where <strong>the</strong> concrete is cut<br />
lightly to expose <strong>the</strong> fine sand and stones to give a more decorative finish<br />
<strong>the</strong>n sealed with a penetrating sealer, this finish is suitable for most areas<br />
including decks and hallways, living areas and commercial areas. This type<br />
of grinding costs about $80 per sq. m.<br />
Full stone Exposure Grind and polishing where <strong>the</strong> concrete is cut down to<br />
expose <strong>the</strong> full or maximum amount of stone, <strong>the</strong>n sealed and polished<br />
where a decorative effect is required This is often done in <strong>the</strong> home or areas<br />
such as restaurants. This usually costs about $100n per sq.m<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r factors that can influence <strong>the</strong> price of a particular job are whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong><br />
job is on a new or existing cement. It can cost 30% to 50% more for working<br />
on older concrete especially if <strong>the</strong>re are cracks or o<strong>the</strong>r damage that first<br />
needs to be repaired.<br />
There are a number of special effects that can be achieved and <strong>the</strong>se can<br />
range in price from a few extra dollars per sq m to $50 or more depending<br />
on how elaborate your require your floor to be.
Sometimes an existing floor will require some extensive repairs, especially<br />
those in older homes as <strong>the</strong>y were never meant to be ground and polished,<br />
<strong>the</strong>y were poured as a foundation. These types of floors can be successfully<br />
ground, but it may be prudent to consider having <strong>the</strong> floor skimmed with a<br />
new coat of concrete that will be ground and polished. Your contractor can<br />
advise you about this. One of <strong>the</strong> advantages of doing this is you can choose<br />
<strong>the</strong> aggregates (different stones and sands) you use and also <strong>the</strong> color of <strong>the</strong><br />
cement so you can make a floor that is truly unique to your building. This<br />
option can be very cost effective as <strong>the</strong> concrete grinding job is simpler<br />
and <strong>the</strong>refore less expensive and <strong>the</strong> finish is very predictable.