Hi, folks
Could use a little advice
Unfortunately the concrete finishers that did the basement in our currently being constructed house did not get the smooth finish in some areas of the floor that I wanted. They got off of it a little soon with the power trowel and some areas are just too rough; not as bad as a broom finish but not what you want for sweeping or snow-shoveling up lathe curlies.
Some common options are out entirely or just not viable:
1) epoxy coating, since I already sealed the concrete
2) leveling compound for the same reason
3) diamond grinding, since I'm not in a large metro area, I can't find anyone I think could do the job and rental equipment doesn't seem to be available.
I found one thread while searching SMC that talked about using vinyl flooring. I agree that the kitchen type would probably be too soft for rolling heavy equipment on casters and also might allow things to "sink in" after sitting for a while.
I did find a reference to using vinyl composition tiles, which apparently are the one foot squares with self-adhesive backing you might get at the Borgs. These likely would be firmer and less expensive.
Has anyone had experience with these? Wondering if they might come loose, curl, etc?
I'd appreciate any ideas/suggestions on the tiles or other options!
Thanks, JS