Polished Concrete Overlay Systems

Concrete Overlay Systems for Existing Floors

Transform Old Concrete without Replacement

A concrete overlay is the most effective way to upgrade tired, damaged or dated concrete without ripping the floor out.

At Refined, we install high-performance concrete floor overlays that turn existing slabs into beautiful, durable, modern surfaces suitable for homes, retail, offices, hospitality and commercial spaces.

Whether you want the look of polished concrete overlay flooring or a refined, minimalist finish, our overlay systems allow us to completely resurface your floor and create something that looks brand new.

What is a Concrete Overlay?

A concrete overlay is a specialist cement-based layer applied over existing concrete. Once installed and finished, it becomes a seamless, hard-wearing new surface that can be polished, sealed and styled just like newly poured concrete.

It’s ideal when:

• The slab is structurally sound but visually poor
• The surface is cracked, stained or uneven
• You want polished concrete without replacing the floor
• Floor levels cannot be raised significantly
• Time, cost and disruption need to be minimised

Instead of removing the slab, we install a concrete floor overlay that gives you a completely new finish.

Polished Concrete Overlay Flooring

One of the most popular applications is a polished concrete overlay.

After installation, the overlay can be mechanically refined and polished to create the same aesthetic as traditional polished concrete, smooth, contemporary and light-reflective.

This allows us to deliver concrete overlay flooring that looks like a new polished slab, without the cost and disruption of pouring new concrete.

This system is ideal for:

• Homes and extensions
• Retail spaces
• Cafés and restaurants
• Offices and studios
• Showrooms
• Commercial refurbishments

Why Choose Concrete Overlay Floors?

Concrete overlay floors offer advantages that standard flooring systems simply can’t.

Cost Effective

No demolition. No new slab. Significantly lower cost than replacement.

Minimal Disruption

Installed directly over existing concrete with far less downtime.

Seamless & Modern

Creates the clean, joint-free look associated with premium concrete interiors.

Extremely Durable

Hard-wearing surface suitable for both domestic and commercial use.

Fully Customisable Finish

From matte refined finishes to polished concrete overlay surfaces.

Sustainable Option

Reuses the existing slab rather than replacing it.

Overlay vs New Concrete - What’s the Difference?

Pouring a brand new concrete slab might seem like the obvious way to achieve a polished concrete finish, but in refurbishment projects, it is rarely the most practical option.

Installing new concrete flooring requires demolition, heavy construction work, long curing times and significant disruption to the space. It also comes with considerably higher costs and extended programme time, particularly in homes, retail units and commercial environments that need to remain operational.

A concrete overlay achieves the same modern, seamless finish by working with the slab you already have. There is no need for removal, no structural upheaval, and the installation time is much faster. This makes concrete floor overlays the smarter, more efficient solution for most renovation and refurbishment projects where the existing concrete is structurally sound.

Where Concrete Floor Overlays Work Best

Our concrete floor overlays are commonly installed in:

• Residential renovations
• Kitchen extensions and open-plan living spaces
• Retail and hospitality refurbishments
• Commercial units and offices
• Industrial and warehouse environments
• Schools, salons and public spaces

If the concrete beneath is structurally sound, an overlay is often the smartest solution.