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Polished Concrete Prices New Zealand
Prices include GST. Polished concrete work should comply with WorkSafe NZ guidelines for dust management and chemical handling. All prices are per square metre.
Polished Concrete Prices by Service Type — New Zealand
Prices include GST. Polished concrete work should comply with WorkSafe NZ guidelines for dust management and chemical handling. All prices are per square metre.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🔨Grind and Seal Finish Grind the concrete surface to a smooth finish and apply a topical sealer — most affordable polished concrete option for NZ homes and businesses | /sqm | NZ$48 | NZ$71 | NZ$95 |
| ✨Honed Concrete Finish Grind concrete to expose fine aggregate with a smooth matte or satin finish | /sqm | NZ$57 | NZ$86 | NZ$114 |
| 💎Mechanically Polished Concrete Progressive diamond grinding through multiple grit levels for a high-gloss reflective finish | /sqm | NZ$76 | NZ$109 | NZ$143 |
| 🪨Exposed Aggregate Polish Grind deeper to expose large aggregate stones then polish or seal for a decorative appearance | /sqm | NZ$67 | NZ$95 | NZ$124 |
| 🎨Decorative Concrete Overlay Apply a thin polymer-modified concrete overlay to an existing slab then polish | /sqm | NZ$86 | NZ$119 | NZ$152 |
| 🖌️Stained Polished Concrete Apply stains to concrete before polishing for unique colours and patterns | /sqm | NZ$95 | NZ$133 | NZ$171 |
| 🏢Commercial Floor Polish High-volume commercial concrete polishing for warehouses, retail, and offices | /sqm | NZ$38 | NZ$62 | NZ$86 |
| 🔧Concrete Repair & Prep Repair cracks, fill holes, level uneven areas, and remove coatings before polishing | /sqm | NZ$29 | NZ$48 | NZ$67 |
| 🛡️Sealer Application Apply penetrating or topical sealer to protect polished concrete | /sqm | NZ$14 | NZ$24 | NZ$33 |
| ⚙️Concrete Grinding Only Grind concrete surface to remove coatings or level high spots | /sqm | NZ$33 | NZ$52 | NZ$71 |
| 🧪Epoxy Polished Finish Apply high-build epoxy coating then polish — durable and chemical-resistant | /sqm | NZ$76 | NZ$109 | NZ$143 |
| 🌿Outdoor Polished Concrete Polish and seal outdoor concrete with UV-stable sealers and slip-resistant finishes | /sqm | NZ$57 | NZ$86 | NZ$114 |
Polished Concrete Prices by City
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Auckland
Auckland Region · 1.7M
From NZ$44
Wellington
Wellington Region · 215K
From NZ$40
Lower Hutt
Wellington Region · 110K
Pricing available
Christchurch
Canterbury · 390K
Pricing available
Hamilton
Waikato · 180K
Pricing available
Tauranga
Waikato · 155K
Pricing available
Dunedin
Otago · 135K
Pricing available
Queenstown
Otago · 50K
Pricing available
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Polished concrete prices in New Zealand range from NZ$14 per sqm for sealer application to NZ$171 per sqm for stained polished concrete. Prices include GST. Polished concrete work should comply with WorkSafe NZ guidelines for dust management and chemical handling. All prices are per square metre.
The most common polished concrete / concrete polishing options in New Zealand include grind and seal, honed concrete, mechanically polished concrete, exposed aggregate polish, decorative overlays, stained polished concrete, commercial floor polish, epoxy polished finishes, and outdoor polished concrete.
Choose grind and seal over mechanical polish to save 40–60%. Polish during new construction rather than retrofitting. Maximise floor area for economies of scale. Skip decorative extras like staining and scoring unless essential. Compare at least three quotes from specialist contractors. Prices include GST. Polished concrete work should comply with WorkSafe NZ guidelines for dust management and chemical handling. All prices are per square metre.
A typical residential polished concrete project (80–120sqm) takes 3–5 days on site including preparation, grinding, polishing, and sealing. Larger commercial projects (500+ sqm) may take 5–10 days. The floor needs 24 hours before light foot traffic and 3–7 days before heavy furniture placement. Prices include GST. Polished concrete work should comply with WorkSafe NZ guidelines for dust management and chemical handling. All prices are per square metre.
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