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The standard house comes complete with a concrete slab for the patio. Most people never do anything beyond sweeping the slab or the occasional power wash to remove barbeque, beverage, and pet stains.

Polished concrete is in great demand in retail, office, warehouse, and exhibit space now, and it needs a protective coating. It should be easy to apply, maintain, and clean, and not change the ...