How much does polished concrete cost?

It varies a lot from job to job, so we quote after seeing the area and the slab. The factors below explain why two floors of the same size can price differently.

Is burnished concrete cheaper than polished?

It depends on the floor and the finish you want. We compare the options for your slab when we quote.

Polished concrete cost: what decides the price

"How much per square metre?" is the first question we get about polished floors. A single number would mislead you, because the price comes from the floor, not just the size. These are the things that move it.

Grinding a concrete floor ready for polishing

The slab you start with

A new slab that has been poured and finished for polishing is the simplest case. An existing slab might have cracks, joints to fill, old sealers, glue or paint to grind off, or uneven areas to level. That prep work can take longer than the polishing itself. This is why we look at photos of the surface first.

The finish you want

Polishing works through a series of finer diamond grits. How far the floor is taken decides the sheen: a lower-sheen finish needs fewer steps than a high-gloss one. How deep we grind also decides whether the stone and sand show. See polished concrete for the finishes, or burnished concrete for a soft-sheen alternative on larger floors.

Concrete finish samples from matte to gloss

Size, layout and access

Large open floors are more efficient to grind than many small rooms with edges and corners. Access, stairs, working around fixtures and whether the space is occupied also affect the work.

Where it is going

A home floor, a shop and a warehouse have different needs. Compare how we work with residential, commercial and industrial and mine-site jobs.

Inspecting a concrete slab before quoting

How to get a useful quote

Send the town, the rough area, whether the slab is new or existing, and a few photos. Use the form below to request a quote, or message us on WhatsApp with the photos.

Where we work: Bunbury and the South West of Western Australia.

Common questions

How much does polished concrete cost?: It varies a lot from job to job, so we quote after seeing the area and the slab. The factors below explain why two floors of the same size can price differently.
Is burnished concrete cheaper than polished?: It depends on the floor and the finish you want. We compare the options for your slab when we quote.
What do you need to give me a quote?: The town, the rough area, whether the slab is new or existing, and a few photos.