Polished Concrete Lara
Find out what is possible beneath an existing floor. For a Lara renovation or new interior, the starting point is the slab itself and the character you want to keep visible.
Read the existing concrete.
After carpet, tiles or another covering is removed, adhesive, repairs and differences between pours may be visible. Photographs help begin the assessment; a test area may be useful before committing to a polished finish.
Concrete grinding prepares the surface but does not guarantee every mark disappears or every level difference can be corrected. Start with our guide to polishing existing concrete and send the history you know.
Compare the finished character.
The published Manifold Heights surface-polish project offers a Geelong reference for a restrained interior floor. It is shown with its actual location, rather than presented as work in Lara.
Surface polish retains more of the original surface. Random or Full Exposure reveals more stone where the slab allows. A sealed concrete alternative may be worth discussing if mechanical polishing is not the right fit.
Consider rooms and access together.
For an occupied renovation, describe the rooms involved, fixed joinery, entrances and any need to stage access. For a new Lara build, contact Irwin before pouring to coordinate the intended exposure and floor protection with your builder.
Questions,
considered.
What affects the cost of polishing an existing floor in Lara?
Removal and preparation, repairs, room layout, edge work and the chosen finish affect the scope. Send current photographs and approximate areas so Irwin can discuss what needs assessing.
Can polishing be staged through a renovation?
Discuss occupied areas, access and the next trades early. Whether staged work is practical, and its timing, depends on the floor layout and the agreed scope.
Is a new slab easier to specify than an uncovered one?
A new slab gives the project team an opportunity to plan appearance and protection before the pour. An uncovered slab must be judged on the concrete, repairs and residues actually present.
Can I have a quieter gloss finish in Lara?
Low gloss is one option, alongside Semi gloss and High gloss. Irwin considers your preference separately from exposure and checks it against the condition of the slab.
What cleaning does a renovated polished floor need?
Remove grit, deal with spills and use a cleaner appropriate to the finished surface. Ask for care guidance for any visible repairs and the agreed protective treatment as part of handover.
Does Slab Studio travel to Lara?
Yes. Lara is in our Geelong service area. We operate from Geelong VIC 3220 and welcome plans or photographs before discussing a site assessment.
A floor that belongs
in your space.
Share your location, plans and the finish you have in mind.
Irwin will discuss the project before preparing your quote.