Terrazzo Flooring and its Environmental Sustainability Among all the flooring systems in the market today, terrazzo flooring is regarded as one of the most sustainable and environment-friendly. This is due to how the terrazzo material is made and the components that make it up. Terrazzo flooring is typically made out of cement with the addition …
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The Three Basic Types of Terrazzo Flooring Have you ever found yourself stopping dead on your tracks because the floor you’re walking on is beautifully and intricately designed? I have been known to scramble a few floors up so I can take in a more complete view of a hotel lobby floor. So when I …
How to Care for your Terrazzo Countertops Terrazzo countertops are increasingly growing in popularity among designers, builders and more importantly, homeowners. This is happening because terrazzo countertops are proving to be more durable than any other countertop materials in the market today. Apart from its longevity, terrazzo is also highly customizable, with a variety of …
Waterjet Technology and Terrazzo, Making Intricate Flooring Designs Possible Terrazzo is one of, if not the most customizable building material. These days, it is used not just for flooring systems but also as 3D wall installations, counter tops and even smaller decorative pieces. Terrazzo is also one of the most durable and time-tested building materials. …
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Basic Cleaning Guidelines for Terrazzo Floors There is no other flooring system easier to maintain than terrazzo floors. If you know the proper way of cleaning and maintaining your terrazzo floors, they can remain as flawless as they were when they were newly installed. The thing to remember with terrazzo floors, you cannot deviate from …
The Evolution of Terrazzo – A Timeline Terrazzo these days has become synonymous to subtle elegance, proven durability and unparalleled customizability. Add to that, terrazzo is the most affordable flooring system based on its life cycle and the materials needed to manufacture it. Terrazzo in fact, is so popular that quite a number of designers, …
Terrazzo in itself is already leaps and bounds better than all the other flooring systems out there. With its numerous advantages over its competitors, one would think that it has already reached its pinnacle and cannot be improved upon. Nothing could be further from the truth. Whilst the terrazzo tile, in its simplest form, already …
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Set in Terrazzo – A Sign of More Optimistic Times When an individual decides to build a business there is no room for pessimism. When a business is built, it is built with the intent to last, to get passed down the generations. Nobody builds a business thinking it has a shelf life- an expiration …
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Terrazzo has been around for hundreds of years, evolving from a classic design staple to a modern creative marvel. In more recent times, terrazzo can be seen in almost every major infrastructure in every major city in the entire world. Whether as flooring, wall installations, stairs, countertops, and other design elements, terrazzo has steadily become …
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European culture over the years has spread out and influenced so many countries especially when it comes to architecture and design. Many countries all over the world have imbibed some form of European culture into their own lifestyles, most often resulting in a kaleidoscope of great art and form. Such is the case with terrazzo. …
Many an article has been written about the pros and cons of both terrazzo and hardwood floors – but not a lot of side by side comparisons that tackle the important details like cost, durability, upkeep and general aesthetics. Making the choice between these two flooring systems also depends on other variables – if you’re …
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Are you thinking of finally building that backyard patio you’ve always dreamed of? Maybe you’re contemplating on sprucing up the driveway; perhaps adding a pathway that cuts through the front lawn from the garage to the front door. Whatever outdoor improvements you’re planning on doing, consider using terrazzo external pavers instead of any other flooring …
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Whether you’re having your terrazzo floors professionally installed or going the DIY route, you still need to know the basics that go into terrazzo installation. This is because each step is as crucial as the next and any mistakes or overlooked details could result in lengthy, difficult repairs. Surface Preparation This step sets the entire …
What you need to remember to keep your terrazzo’s original luster longer. It is an indelible fact that terrazzo is durable and long lasting. To this day, many ancient terrazzo floors still exist. If you want your terrazzo floors to last as long then read through. Listed below are some of the more important things …
As the name suggests, in situ (the literal translation of which is “on site”) terrazzo is poured on site and is the more ideal flooring system for establishments such as hotels, office lobbies, retail spaces, clubs and even high end residential dwellings. In situ terrazzo is divided into panels which measures no more than 1500mm …
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Terrazzo Australian Marble recently acquired new technology in the form of a screed pump that allows screed to be pumped to up to 200m away. The new pump is perfect to utilize for sites with accessibility issues, saving on substantial resources like time and money. As of publishing time, Terrazzo Australian Marble is working on …
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A Checklist of Things to Do Before the Restoration Terrazzo restoration is an intensive, meticulous job especially if you want it done right. To make sure that everything goes smoothly and without hitches, there are steps that need to be taken before a restoration project is started. First and foremost, clear the area with the …
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Terrazzo has been in existence from the time it was first created by Venetian workers in the early 1900s to make use of all the excess marble that the wealthier folk discarded and ever since then, it has become a classic and durable addition to countless infrastructures everywhere. This is a testament to terrazzo’s durability …
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What to choose so you can come out the winner. There are two popular choices for flooring systems – terrazzo and ceramic tile. This article aims to show the difference between the two, both their pros and cons, to help you in choosing which flooring system is better for you. CERAMIC TERRAZZO COST Ceramic tile …
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Why More Designers Choose Terrazzo over Everything A designer’s favorite word is options. When conceptualizing a design build, designers opt for materials and resources that can deliver them a wider range of options which is always an advantage to you, their clients. Not everybody obviously have huge budgets when it comes to renovations or from-scratch …
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