Surface Finish (Concrete) Building Codes & Rules
- Discover the art of concrete finishes - from durable trowelled & broom surfaces to polished elegance. Tools™ enhances NCC with interactive graphics.
Concrete Finish
- Treatment for the surface of poured & set concrete
- Determines the final look of the surface
- Enhances the appearance & durability of concrete
- Choosing factors
- Intended use of the area
- Design aesthetic
- Budget
Troweled Finish
- Also known as "smooth finish"
- A flat tool with a wide blade is pressed onto wet concrete to smooth out the surface
- Uses
- Indoor space
- Roof slab
- Garage
- Utility area
- Commercial area
- Wall
Troweled Finish Know-how
- Level, float, and trowel wet Concrete to remove lumps & bumps
- Mechanical method, use Power Trowel
- Commonly used for vast industrial & commercial buildings
Pros
- Budget-friendly
- Multi-purpose
- Faster to accomplish compared to other finishes
Cons
- Slippery when wet
- Not recommended for outdoor spaces
- Not as aesthetically pleasing as other options
Slip Rating
Slip Rating
NCC 2022 V1
All Building Classes
NCC 2022, D3D15
May 2023
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