Quick Answer

A polished finish is built step by step, and every grit stage has a job to do. A standard concrete burnishing grit stage sequence runs 50 - 100 - 200 (metal-bonded matrix) then 400 - 800 - 1500 - 3000 (resin-bonded matrix). You should not skip grit stages: each stage removes the scratch marks left by the previous one.

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Why the Sequence Matters

What matters most in this stage.

If you skip a grit stage, the remaining deep scratch marks never get removed and the floor looks hazy even at 3000 grit stage.

Miss this step and the gloss will not come up evenly.

The Standard Grit Path

The practical details.

Crews that rush this part rarely get a mirror finish.

The Right Time to Switch From Metal to Resin

Key points for the polishing sequence.

From 400 grit stage onward, resin-bond burnish pads or resin floor burnish pads give a finer finish and more suitable mirror finish.

This stage decides how much reflection the floor finally shows.

Tell You Are Ready For The Next Grit: Step-by-Step

What matters most in this stage.

• Your footprint or reflection starts to appear from 800 grit stage up
• The surface looks uniform with no visible directional scratch marks
• Each pass overlaps the previous by about 30%

Miss this step and the gloss will not come up evenly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I skip from 100 to 800 to save time?

A: The practical answer is, No. Skipping leaves deep scratch marks that reappear as haze at high mirror finish. If time is tight, skip from 1500 to 3000 rarely, but never skip the coarse stages.

Q: Should I need a densifier before polishing?

A: For most jobs, Yes for most suitable outcomes - apply a lithium densifying sealing layer after the 200-grit stage pass so the surface hardens before resin honing. It improves fine dust control and mirror finish.

Q: In what way many pads do I need per set?

A: In short, A full set covers 50 to 3000 (in most cases 7-8 pads). For a one-off small floor, a 3-stage resin set (200/400, 800/1500, 3000) is a practical minimum.

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Conclusion

The finish is the sum of the stages - stay disciplined and the floor shines. The grit stage sequence is the difference between a dull, patchy floor and a professional mirror finish.