Prepping Equipment & Concrete Grinders in Chattanooga, Huntsville, & Nashville
Shop concrete equipment and concrete grinders in Chattanooga, Huntsville, and Nashville. Prepping a concrete surface with concrete grinders is a necessary step before applying stain, sealer, or overlay material to any concrete surface. In some cases, you can do a water test on the surface to see if any prep work is necessary, but a light grind is generally recommended before applying any coatings to the surface.
Planetary Concrete Grinder
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A planetary concrete grinder is a tool that is optimal for mechanically prepping concrete surfaces for concrete stain or sealer. It uses diamonds on a three head system to effectively grind the top of the surface and open the pores of the concrete for the surface to be receptive to stain. This tool is not used for removal of existing sealer or surface stains.
Turbo Concrete Grinder
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A turbo concrete grinder is a more aggressive option for mechanically prepping concrete surfaces. It utilizes an aggressive concrete wheel to eat away at the surface. This grinder is primarily used to smooth coarse concrete surfaces in preparation for a new coating. It can also be used to correct uneven joints or high spots and in some cases remove coatings from the concrete surface.
Scarifier
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A scarifier is the most aggressive tool for mechanical concrete preparation, designed to remove significant surface depth. Equipped with heavy vertical diamond cogs, it digs into the concrete with precision, making it an excellent choice for the removal of concrete coatings and for repairing damaged or worn surfaces. For finer surface preparation or smoothing, consider using a concrete grinder as a complementary tool.
Concrete Grinding Head
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A concrete grinding head is an essential attachment for a floor buffer, ideal for mechanically prepping concrete surfaces. This tool lightly grinds the surface, opening the pores of the concrete to make it receptive to stains or sealers. For more extensive grinding or surface leveling, a concrete grinder may be a better option. This grinding head is a great choice for those experienced with using a floor buffer.
Mastic Remover Head
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A mastic remover head is a buffer attachment designed to efficiently remove various types of mastic glue from concrete surfaces. With its lower grit, this tool is ideal for stripping adhesive but may require a light grind afterward to smooth the surface for staining or sealing. For more advanced surface preparation or leveling, a concrete grinder can provide excellent results. This attachment is perfect for individuals experienced with using a floor buffer.
Sealer Stripper
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Nock-Off™ is a biodegradable, roll-on paint remover that is both user-friendly and environmentally safe. This powerful coatings remover delivers superior stripping performance, effectively lifting urethanes, alkyd paints, latex paints, lead-based paints, varnishes, and most two-component epoxy coatings. It also works on fusion-bonded epoxies, making it versatile for use on concrete, masonry, steel, aluminum, and metal alloys. For additional surface preparation after stripping, a concrete grinder may be used to refine the finish on concrete surfaces.
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Nock-Off Coatings Remover TDS
Chemical Etching
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Surf-Prep is an economical, concentrated acid-based micro-etching solution designed to deliver superior profiling for unsealed, slick-troweled concrete surfaces. Unlike muriatic acid, Surf-Prep offers a safer alternative for preparing floors before applying stains or other coatings. This solution slightly opens the pores of the concrete, promoting better adhesion for coatings and enhancing acid stain color development and reaction. For a mechanical alternative to surface profiling, a concrete grinder can also be used. Surf-Prep is applied with an acid-resistant sprayer and must be rinsed thoroughly before drying.
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Surfkoat Surf-prep Micro Etcher and Cleaner TDS
Pulse Bac Vacuums: 550, 1050, 1150, 1250
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Powerful and compact, the 500 Series Pulse Bac Vacuums deliver exceptional performance and portability. Designed to capture dust generated by power tools and job site cleanup, these vacuums are perfect for handling dust from concrete, drywall, and wood. They are an excellent choice for general contractors, finish carpenters, drywall installers, wood flooring professionals, and surface prep specialists. When paired with a concrete grinder, these vacuums efficiently manage dust during grinding tasks, ensuring a cleaner and safer workspace.
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The 1000 Series offers a large array of power and collection options. Designed to capture dust generated by surface preparation equipment, power tools and for job site cleanup, the 1000 series is ideal for work involving dust from concrete, drywall, wood, asbestos, carbon and many other non-combustible materials.