Concrete Coating Removal Sydney
Concrete coating removal for failed epoxy, paint, adhesive, membrane, and sealer systems before recoating or floor refurbishment in Sydney.
Service benefits
- Surface Master removes failed coatings, paint, epoxy, sealers, adhesives, levelling compounds, and some membrane systems using dust-managed diamond grinding and surface preparation equipment. The goal is not just removal; it is creating a measurable profile for the next coating, overlay, or polished finish.
- Concrete coating removal is required when old coatings, adhesives, membranes, or sealers would stop a new floor system bonding properly.
- Typical removal budgets range from $20 to $80 per sqm, with heavy elastomeric membranes, thick epoxy, and adhesive residues costing more.
- Successful removal includes dust-managed grinding or tooling, edge work, waste handling, and final profiling for the next system.
- Identify the coating type, thickness, adhesion, likely contaminants, and desired next finish.
- Clear fixtures, loose stock, skirting risks, and sensitive equipment from grinding zones.
- Plan dust extraction, noise windows, waste handling, and access routes.
Pricing and project context
Cost depends on coating thickness, hardness, bond strength, number of layers, floor area, edge detail, access, dust controls, disposal, whether shot blasting or heavier tooling is required, and the finish standard needed after removal.
FAQs
Can you remove old epoxy before recoating?
Yes. Existing epoxy is mechanically removed or profiled depending on its condition and the specification for the new system.
Is coating removal dusty?
Grinding creates dust, so commercial work is planned with dust extraction, isolation, and cleanup controls.
Do all old coatings need removal?
No. Sound compatible coatings may be abraded and recoated, but failed, contaminated, or incompatible coatings should be removed.
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Call 0424 907 758 or request a free written quote before work starts.
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