Diamond-Grind: Precision Concrete Surface Preparation
Diamond-Grind is a specialised concrete surface preparation method designed to ensure optimal adhesion for linings and coatings. It is essential for treating both new and existing concrete substrates prior to the application of protective systems.
Why Use Diamond-Grind?
When freshly laid concrete completes its standard 28-day curing period, a layer of surface laitance often forms. While this may appear visually clean and ready for coating, it significantly inhibits adhesion and can cause premature failure of applied systems. Diamond-Grind eliminates this risk.
How Diamond-Grind Works
Our process uses industrial-grade diamond grinders—large machines for expansive areas and handheld grinders for tighter spaces—equipped with precision diamond cups or shoes. These tools remove surface laitance and the top layer of concrete, exposing the underlying aggregate. This creates an ideal profile for coatings and linings to bond securely and effectively.
Key Benefits:
- Removes surface laitance from cured concrete
- Enhances adhesion by exposing the aggregate
- Prepares surfaces for long-lasting linings and coatings
- Smooths out uneven or imperfect concrete finishes
Diamond-Grind is the industry-preferred method for preparing concrete in both new construction and refurbishment projects.
recent projects
Want to see the difference our diamond grinding preparation makes? Visit our case studies page to explore recent projects and how a perfectly prepared surface leads to longer-lasting, higher-quality coatings.
Need expert surface preparation?
Contact our technical team: 01206 670309
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