Among the many flooring options available, polished concrete is a lesser-known one, mainly because of the relatively short period that it’s been on the market. One form of polished concrete involves Detroit, Michigan concrete contractors applying a hardener or wax to the surface of the concrete. The hardener or wax is then polished to the desired sheen. A polished concrete floor is recommended by many Detroit concrete companies because it is resistant to scratches and dings and requires little maintenance. As opposed to a mechanical polish, which sands down the concrete itself until it shines, a topical polish gives off no VOCs and uses the product on top of the concrete to provide the shine.