Not All Self-Leveling Concrete Is Designed to Be Polished.
One of the biggest mistakes in concrete resurfacing is assuming every self-leveling product can be used as a permanent finished floor.
Self-leveling underlayments and polishable concrete toppings are not the same thing.
Many self-leveling underlayments are manufactured specifically to be covered by another flooring material. Simply applying a decorative sealer does not automatically make these products suitable for exposed commercial traffic.
Using an underlayment as a finished floor without manufacturer approval can lead to premature wear, surface deterioration, costly repairs, or complete floor replacement.
At DreamCrete, we evaluate:
- Concrete Conditions:
Existing damage, cracks, surface strength, and substrate suitability.
- Proper Product Selection:
Underlayment versus an approved exposed wear-surface topping.
- Surface Preparation & Bonding: Mechanical preparation, appropriate primers, and moisture mitigation where required.
- Installation Thickness:
Manufacturer-approved minimum and maximum depths for the intended application.
- Performance Requirements: Foot traffic, equipment loads, maintenance, and environmental exposure.
- Finishing Options: Decorative concrete, sealed toppings, or mechanically polished concrete where appropriate.
Our goal is to get the flooring system right the first time, helping protect your investment and avoid expensive mistakes.
