To properly prep a floor you must remove the top carbon layer of concrete. Shot Blasting and Diamond Grinding the edges is the best surface preparation method to achieve a clean, dry and dust-free surface. One of the key elements of this method is to achieve a proper profile for the concrete to be treated.
All joints, divits and imperfections must be filled and sanded smooth. A large number of coating failures are attributed to inadequate surface preparation.
Most coatings are applied using a squeegee followed by back rolling with a nap roller. This method insures a uniform, evenly allpied floor for years to come.