Polished concrete cost per m² in Melbourne (2026 pricing guide)
What polished concrete actually costs in Melbourne in 2026 — real price ranges for cream finish, salt-and-pepper, and full-aggregate, plus what drives the quote up or down.
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Notes on the
craft.
Plain-spoken guides on what stone and concrete need, what they don't, and how to know who to trust to do it.
How often should you re-seal stone in Melbourne?
Climate, traffic, and stone type all affect how long your seal lasts. A practical guide to knowing when to re-seal.
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Polished concrete vs grind-and-seal: which is right?
Two different finishes that look similar in photos but perform very differently. How to choose between them.
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Restoring 1920s heritage terrazzo: a Melbourne case study
What it takes to bring 100-year-old terrazzo back to mirror finish, and why heritage terrazzo restoration is almost always worth it.
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The 5 most common stone-damage mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Wrong cleaner. Wrong sealer. No sealer at all. The stains and etches we see most often on Melbourne stone, and what causes them.
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What does an epoxy floor actually cost in Melbourne?
An honest breakdown of garage, warehouse, and commercial epoxy pricing in Melbourne, including what makes a quote a good or bad deal.
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