Bespoke Polished Concrete Geelong

Mechanical concrete polishing refines the concrete itself. The result is shaped by the original slab, the stone within it and the level of exposure and gloss selected for the space. We work with homeowners, builders, architects and designers to make those decisions before work begins.

Owner-operated by Irwin, Slab Studio offers a direct conversation about the material and a quote prepared for your project. Grinding is part of making the finished floor; polished concrete is our speciality.

In a home, the discussion may begin with light, joinery, an extension or the relationship between living spaces. In a commercial project, it also needs to account for use, access, cleaning and the construction programme.

Explore residential polished concrete or discuss a commercial specification. For a new slab, involve your builder and polishing specialist before the pour. For an existing slab, start with an assessment.

Exposure describes how much aggregate is revealed. Gloss describes how the surface reflects light. They are separate choices, guided by the concrete and the room.

• Nil / Surface Polish. Minimal aggregate exposure, retaining more of the slab’s surface character.
• Random Exposure. A varied reveal of stone, generally involving approximately 1–4 mm of grinding.
• Full Exposure. A more extensive aggregate reveal, generally involving approximately 4–5 mm of grinding.

Depths are a guide, not a promise of a uniform result. Choose Low gloss, Semi gloss or High gloss with Irwin; the achievable specification depends on the slab. Understand exposure and finish terminology.

1. 01 Assess. Understand the slab, the space, access and the intended result.
2. 02 Grind. Prepare the surface and establish the agreed exposure where the concrete allows.
3. 03 Refine. Work through the surface to develop the finish.
4. 04 Finish. Complete the agreed specification and discuss care of the floor.

Every project begins with the actual concrete. Existing marks, repairs and natural variation inform what is possible.

We are based in Geelong and travel to projects across the city, the Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast. Our selected work includes a surface-polished interior at Manifold Heights and an exterior Pavilion finish at Highton.

Outdoor areas need their own specification. Pavilion is our ground and acid-etched exterior finish; a highly polished interior surface should not simply be repeated beside a pool or across an exposed terrace.