For concrete grinding to be a success, finishing with a splendidly polished floor, requires a lot of preparation and focus. If you’re new to floor polishing projects, here are a few tips to get you through, from choosing your blades at a construction supplies manufacturer to using sand while grinding.
Consider the following concrete floor grinding tips
Purchase the correct diamond tooling
Choose the correct diamond tooling with the appropriate bond hardness for the floor you’re grinding. This means spending some time discussing things with your trusted concrete grinding supplies distributor or manufacturer. Using the wrong tooling will end up in glazed over floors or spending a lot more on tooling than necessary.
Throw a bit of sand into the slab before grinding
This is necessary especially if there is leftover sticky residue on the floor. The extra grit will open the diamonds on the tooling and act as abrasive. Some professionals actually use play sand during their first grinding run.
Pre-soaking the slab
This helps give a lower surface temperature for the tooling and concrete. This also helps keep the diamond tools working effectively. This should be noted especially in warmer climates when surfaces may be subject to warm exposures.
Initially, leave the dust collector on a lower power setting
This is done so dust can accumulate a little under the grinder, allowing the particles to help open your diamond tooling. This is also useful when removing sticky adhesives since the dust mixes with the residue, rendering it less sticky.
Reverse the spinning direction of the heads from time to time
This is especially effective when using a multi-directional grinder as this helps re-open the diamond tooling. This also prevents scratches and inconsistent wear patterns.
Concrete Grinding Supplies by AusKut
When it comes to diamond grinding plates and tooling, as well as other grinding supplies and accessories, Concrete Grinding Supplies by AusKut is the construction supplies manufacturer and distributor you can trust for top quality and the best tools in the trade. Call us on (07) 5500 4743 or (07) 5500 4715 or click HERE for enquiries.
