Terrazzo

Terrazzo is an extremely versatile material that has been used as a floor product since Roman times, but can be molded into almost any shape. Terrazzo tile and terrazzo floors are used worldwide in places such as train stations, airports, shopping malls and supermarkets, is enviable reputation because of its combination of durability, easy maintenance, beauty and performance.

Terrazzo was developed in Friuli in the north east of Italy, where the local inhabitants used the stones from a nearby river to clean the areas around their homes. Although this produced an uneven surface method was finally implemented to smooth it down, and it is now the number one choice for areas that will be well served.

The material is a composite of natural marble chips set in a matrix of cement with a color pigment added. The selection of aggregates in size and color is enormous, and they can be inserted into virtually any color cement to create an endless supply of designs. When added, terrazzo is ground down and polished to expose aggregate.

Terrazzo is used primarily in flooring and is usually found in chips typically 300 x 300 x 28 and 15 mm thick. In addition to this terrazzo used to form skirting, column bases, stairs, partitions, etc.

Terrazzo Terrazzo floors and tiles have many attributes. It is an ideal choice of material and is often specified because -

It has an attractive finish.
It is durable.
Easy maintenance.
Hygienic - often used in preparing food.
Terrazzo Flooring - Better slip resistance than most other forms of polished floor.
Cost-effective - the longevity of terrazzo floors making it a much more viable and sensible option than other alternatives.
Easy cleaning.
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