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Polished Concrete Cost per Square Foot in Austin
Polished concrete in Austin typically runs $5-$12 per square foot. Gloss level, slab condition, and dye drive the range.
$5 to $12 per square foot — gloss drives the range
Polished Concrete in Austin typically runs $5 to $12 per square foot. The factors:
- Gloss level is the biggest driver. Satin matte is at the lower end. Mirror gloss is at the upper end (more grit passes, more time).
- Slab condition. A clean newer slab is at the low end. An older slab with old coatings or contamination needs more prep — toward the high end.
- Color/stain adds 10-20% if you want dye or stain.
- Square footage. Larger floors are more cost-efficient.
What you’re paying for
The bulk of cost is labor on the grit progression. Polishing a 1,000 sq ft floor through 8-10 grits with densifier between passes is genuinely time-intensive. That’s why polished costs more than basic clean-and-seal even though it lasts dramatically longer.
The flip side: cost per year over the floor’s 20+ year life is unusually low compared to other finished floor options. A $10,000 polished floor that lasts 25 years is $400/year — comparable to or cheaper than many other finished floor options when amortized.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is mirror gloss worth the price premium? +
For showroom or statement spaces, yes. For most residential, semi-gloss delivers the look at lower cost.
Does floor size affect per-square-foot cost? +
Yes — larger floors are more cost-efficient. Setup is fixed.
Does staining add a lot? +
Modest add — typically 10-20% over polished-only.
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