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Austin, Texas · Polished Concrete
Polished Concrete in AustinMirror finish from 800 to 3000 grit
Polished concrete for Austin shops, restaurants and homes, ground to the sheen you pick so the slab itself is the finish. New Era plans each floor around your lighting and your opening date.
- 1 Year written warranty
- Since 2015 Houston grown
- Decade build standard
- Espanol Hablamos
What polished concrete is, and why it works in Austin
Polishing grinds a slab through finer and finer diamond pads, then hardens it with a densifier and finishes it with a guard. In Austin, where tenants often take over a bare slab and need a finished floor fast, the appeal is simple: the concrete already there becomes the floor. How deep we grind decides how much aggregate shows, from a plain cream surface to a speckled stone look, and you see that on a sample before we commit the whole room.
Polished Concrete across Austin
We polish floors across Austin and out through Travis County and the surrounding Central Texas communities, including these Austin areas:
Polished Concrete and every New Era system in Austin
Whatever finish you choose in Austin, the work begins with full diamond-grind prep. Here is the range of systems we install.
Metallic Epoxy
Pigments swirl through clear epoxy while it is wet, so every metallic floor is one of a kind. Popular for showroom entries, bars and home garages.
Flake Systems
Broadcast flake gives the slab texture and a busy pattern that hides scuffs and footprints between cleanings. Full or partial coverage is your call.
Polished Concrete
Honed in stages with finer and finer diamond pads, polished concrete turns an ordinary slab into a reflective, easy-care floor for stores and warehouses.
Industrial Coatings
Built-up systems for warehouses and plants where forklifts, chemicals and constant foot traffic wear a floor down fast, chosen for years of daily use.
ESD Flooring
A grounded floor system that keeps static charge from building up where circuit boards, instruments and other sensitive gear are handled.
Stained Concrete
Translucent stain brings out earthy tones in an existing slab and is protected by a sealer, a lasting option for homes, restaurants and patios.
Why Austin chooses New Era for Polished Concrete
Austin floors usually come with a deadline, so we grind, repair and finish in a clear order and walk the slab with you before we call it done.
- Diamond-grind prep on every Austin slab, so the finish sits on clean, sound concrete instead of old glue or sealer.
- A densifier and guard matched to how the space is used, from a quiet office to a busy retail floor.
- Written 1-year warranty on workmanship. Does not cover chipping, cracking or hydrostatic pressure, and we will walk you through exactly what is covered.
- Night and weekend scheduling plus fast-cure options, so a tenant space can open on time.
- Established 2015, Houston grown, English and Spanish service end to end.
Polished Concrete in Austin FAQ
Straight answers to what Austin homeowners and businesses ask us most about polished concrete, each with a quick way to reach us.
Will polishing keep my Austin space out of use for long?
Not for long. Most homes are finished in two to three days, and commercial floors are phased so you can keep trading. Call (832) 253-3211 and we will plan around your calendar.
Can you polish over carpet glue, old coatings or tile residue in Austin?
We grind those off first, because polishing needs bare concrete. Glue, mastic and failed coatings come off mechanically before any polishing starts. Call (832) 253-3211 for an assessment.
How deep do you grind a slab for the look I want in Austin?
Depth is the main design choice. A light grind leaves a creamy surface, a medium grind shows fine aggregate, and a deep grind exposes larger stone. Central Texas concrete often carries limestone, so we show you test patches. Call (832) 253-3211.
Is polished concrete a good fit for stores and warehouses in Austin?
Yes. It cuts dust, reflects light to lower lighting costs and handles heavy traffic for years. Call (832) 253-3211 for a free quote.
Will hot tires or forklifts damage polished concrete in Austin?
With full prep and the right guard, it holds up. We spec the finish to your traffic and loads. Call (832) 253-3211 for a free quote.
What choices do I have for color and shine with polished concrete in Austin?
Sheen runs from satin to a high 3000 grit mirror, and color comes from the concrete itself or from custom color work. We bring samples to your free estimate. Call (832) 253-3211.
Can polished concrete be made safer to walk on in Austin?
Yes. We can add anti-slip aggregate and choose a gloss to match how the space is used, and the floor stays easy to clean. Call (832) 253-3211.
Is my Austin neighborhood in your service area?
Very likely. The neighborhoods listed above are some we serve, and we install across the wider metro as well. Call (832) 253-3211 to confirm yours.
Can you polish the floor of a new Austin restaurant or retail build-out?
Yes. Tenant spaces usually hand us a bare slab and a tight opening date, so we phase grinding around the other trades and keep dust away from finished walls. Call (832) 253-3211.
Can I inspect the floor before it is finished in Austin?
Please do. Before the final polish we stop and walk the slab with you, check edges and corners, and note any touch-ups. Call (832) 253-3211 to set that walk-through.
Can I drive on the floor right after it is finished in Austin?
Give it a few days, sooner with a fast-cure system. Walking is usually fine after about 24 hours. Call (832) 253-3211 for your exact timeline.
Why choose polished concrete over other flooring in Austin?
Durability, light reflectivity and low maintenance, with no coating to peel. We will also tell you when another system fits your space better. Call (832) 253-3211 for a free consult.
How do you prepare an Austin slab before polishing?
We mechanically diamond-grind, repair cracks and joints, then step up through the grits. Nothing goes down until the surface is clean and sound. Call (832) 253-3211 to book an assessment.
What happens to cracks and joints when a floor is polished in Austin?
Cracks and spalls are repaired before polishing, and control joints are cleaned and filled so they do not trap dirt. Call (832) 253-3211 for a free quote.
Is clay or limestone under my Austin slab a concern?
Austin sits along the Balcones Escarpment, with limestone country to the west and Blackland Prairie clay to the east. Clay can move with the seasons, so we look for cracks and heave before we polish. Call (832) 253-3211.
How long will a polished floor last in Austin?
It is built to last a decade or more under daily use when the grind prep is done right. The finish is the concrete itself, so it wears slowly instead of peeling. Call (832) 253-3211 to get yours quoted.
How do I deal with oil on a polished floor in Austin?
Wipe it up promptly. The densified, guarded surface keeps it from soaking in. Oil that has sat on bare concrete for years can be harder to lift, so we look at it on the walk-through. Call (832) 253-3211.
Hablan Espanol en Austin?
Si. Cotizamos y trabajamos en ingles o espanol en Austin. Llame al (832) 592-3808, o al (832) 253-3211 para una cotizacion gratis.
Do you offer free estimates in Austin?
Always. We come to your Austin home or business, measure, talk options and give guaranteed pricing at no cost. Call (832) 253-3211 and we typically respond within 24 hours.
Can a damp slab be polished in Austin?
Testing comes first. If moisture is high, we deal with it before any product goes down, so the floor will not bubble or delaminate later. Call (832) 253-3211.
How do you keep an Austin operation running during polishing?
By splitting the floor into zones, containing dust and working outside peak hours. Fast-cure options shorten the wait. Call (832) 253-3211 and we will map the zones with you.
Will I need to wax or strip a polished floor in Austin?
No waxing and no stripping. A guard reapplication every couple of years keeps the surface protected. Call (832) 253-3211.
Will a polished floor feel cold in an Austin home?
Concrete follows the temperature of the room. It feels cool in a Central Texas summer, which most people like, and a few rugs take the edge off in winter. Call (832) 253-3211 to talk through your rooms.
Is polished concrete worth the investment in Austin?
It tends to make sense where floors take abuse, since there is no coating to strip and recoat. Over the years you spend mostly on cleaning rather than replacement. Call (832) 253-3211 to talk through your space.
Will cold or damp weather delay a polishing job in Austin?
It can shift curing times. We use products suited to the season and control the environment so the floor cures right year round. Call (832) 253-3211.
Do you offer a warranty in Austin?
Yes, a written 1-year warranty on workmanship. It does not cover chipping, cracking or hydrostatic pressure. Call (832) 253-3211 and we will walk you through exactly what is covered.
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