Epoxy and Cement Terrazzo – The Most Preferred Types of Terrazzo by Builders
Builders and designers these days are not only on the lookout for long-lasting and durable flooring materials, they are also looking for the most environmentally friendly materials that are also easily customisable and are predominantly low-maintenance.
Terrazzo meets all those qualities which is why more and more builders and designers are recommending different types of terrazzo flooring for all kinds of flooring system needs. Designers also turn to the different types of terrazzo to achieve design aesthetics without sacrificing cost-effectiveness.
Epoxy Terrazzo
One of the more popular types of terrazzo flooring is epoxy terrazzo. Maintenance wise, terrazzo flooring systems made from epoxy terrazzo are the easiest to maintain. Design-wise, the number of colour combinations is virtually limitless. Application wise, epoxy resin terrazzo or epoxy terrazzo can be used in a wide array of applications such as kitchen or office countertops.
Additionally, working with epoxy terrazzo usually means that curing time can be accelerated or expedited to be able to cover a wider expanse of space in less time. Doing so would significantly affect the cost of labour by decreasing it. It is important to note that epoxy terrazzo like some of the other types of terrazzo are not meant or recommended for exterior use because of its inability to withstand harsher weather conditions.
However, for interior flooring system needs, epoxy terrazzo is the best choice among all the other types of terrazzo because of its easy to maintain, economical, aesthetically pleasing and durable characteristics.
Cement Terrazzo
Another one of the more popular types of terrazzo is cementitious or cement terrazzo. This type of terrazzo flooring is often called the most durable type with over a projected life span of 65 years or more if taken cared of properly. This type of terrazzo is often used in commercial establishments that have a very high volume of foot traffic.
It is also the most preferred out of all the types of terrazzo when it comes to the more intricate and design-centric installations such as the incorporation of logos or artwork into the flooring system. Cementitious terrazzo is installed in such a way that the terrazzo mixture is ground once it is cured and finished so it comes out smooth yet durable.