Austin Bailey, WB Construction (courtesy of Patrick Harrison)
Polished concrete slabs continue to grow in popularity, necessitating that the contractor has the methods to produce them in the highest consistent quality. Early polished concrete floors began in the 1990s but by 2019, polished concrete floors accounted for approximately 53.5% of the U.S. market share of the concrete floor coatings market in terms of revenue, according to Grand View Research. Polished concrete slabs are found today in grocery stores, offices, retail, big box and residential. The increased use is fueled by the features polished concrete floors provide, such as high durability, long lifespan, easy maintenance, cost-effectiveness, high light reflectivity and aesthetic appeal. As expected, this sector is projected to increase in the coming years.