What Is a Terrazzo Floor?
Terrazzo is an Italian style of flooring that resembles a mosaic. Unlike mosaics, terrazzo is composed of frames of color that are poured, dried and cured. Does this Spark an idea?
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History
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According to the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association, terrazzo floors originated centuries ago in Venice to use scrap marble remnants.
Material
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Terrazzo consists of chips of marble, quartz, granite, glass and other stones. The stones are bound in a cement or chemical base and poured into a frame, much like concrete.
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Application
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Terrazzo contractors plan and install terrazzo floors. Terrazzo work requires skill, training and an eye for details; choose only reputable contractors.
Pattern
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Terrazzo floors can be simple or detailed. Terrazzo contractors can lay any design in terrazzo; the material also offers many choices of color.
Care
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Terrazzo floors are easy to maintain; regular sweeping and mopping will keep them clean. Terrazzo floors can be buffed or polished with acrylic water-based finishes to maintain their shine.
Caution
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Acidic cleaners can damage your terrazzo floor. The National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association recommends cleaning your floor with a neutral cleaner which has a pH of 7 to 10.
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