{"id":617,"date":"2017-08-30T10:16:53","date_gmt":"2017-08-30T02:16:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/terrazzo.net.au\/blog\/?p=617"},"modified":"2018-05-04T23:20:13","modified_gmt":"2018-05-04T15:20:13","slug":"simple-ways-to-polish-terrazzo-tiles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/terrazzo.net.au\/blog\/simple-ways-to-polish-terrazzo-tiles\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Ways to Polish Terrazzo Tiles"},"content":{"rendered":"

Terrazzo Australia Marble offers it premium-grade insitu terrazzo tiles. Unlike the standard ones, this tile is poured directly on site. \u00a0This allows the terrazzo tiles to have a seamless.\u00a0 In this article, Terrazzo Australia Marble will discuss how builders can polish tiles and achieve a smooth finish for their projects.<\/p>\n

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Terrazzo tiles are preferred by most upscale establishments. Examples of these are hotels and clubs, retail spaces, office lobbies and high-end residential building. The in-situ terrazzo is considered the Ferrari of these tiles. It gives the results of true seamless finish, thus bringing more value to elegance to any construction project.<\/p>\n

Here is how Insitu Terrazzo is constructed. These terrazzo marble tiles are divided into panels measuring no more than 1500mm square, with an ideal bay size of 1200mm x 1200mm. Rectangular bays are possible, however, one side cannot be more than 2 times the length of the other side.<\/p>\n

According to Terrazzo Australia Marble, this is designed to help control movement and any subsequent cracking that may occur. It should be noted that in situ terrazzo tiles will require on site grinding and polishing.<\/p>\n

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Finishes Available for Terrazzo Tiles<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here are the options of a builder when choosing the right polish and finish for their terrazzo tiles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Standard sealed finish<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    • Honed on site. A crew will be deployed to pour and create the terrazzo tiles on site.<\/li>\n
    • Sealer polish is applied to the surface to protect from staining and abrasion<\/li>\n
    • Recommended for high traffic applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      1. Honed with impregnating sealer<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        • Leaves no gloss on the floor. If you want a semi matte finish this is ideal for that purpose.<\/li>\n
        • Not recommended for high traffic areas as it may track<\/li>\n
        • Recommended for residential, shops and office foyer applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          1. Polished with impregnating sealer<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            • Polished on site to the same degree as factory finished marble leaving a high shine floor<\/li>\n
            • Not recommended for high traffic areas as it may track<\/li>\n
            • Recommended for residential, shops and office foyer applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              1. Brushed Finished (Antiquing) with impregnating sealer<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                • Polished on site as per honed finished<\/li>\n
                • Floor is then passed with brushes to give an antiqued appearance<\/li>\n
                • Floor can still have a sealer finish applied if desired<\/li>\n
                • It is not recommended for high traffic areas as it may track<\/li>\n
                • Recommended for residential, shops and office foyer applications. Works very well with urban interior design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Note that according to Terrazzo Australia Marble: options 2 to 4 are non-standard finishes and may result in additional costs.<\/em><\/p>\n

                  Insitu terrazzo is the most sought-after material for specifiers, architects and designers. This works extremely well for those who wish to incorporate different colors and themes to a floor. The amazing thing about Terrazzo is that its colour range. Terrazzo can be formulated to practically any color and texture desired. It gives anyone design flexibility.<\/p>\n

                  If you wish to explore more about this material feel free to contact Terrazzo Australia Marble. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist on your journey<\/p>\n