Things You'll Need:
- Wax stripping product
- Water
- Mop
- Terrazzo floor sealer
- Terrazzo floor cleaner
- Buffing machine
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Step 1
Clean the terrazzo floor with a wax-stripping product that's safe for terrazzo. Follow the directions for removing wax. Wash the floor well with water to remove all traces of the wax-stripper. Let the floor dry completely.
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Step 2
Seal the terrazzo floor with a sealer. This protects the cement from most stains. Apply the sealer according to the package directions and let it dry well. Usually one thin coat is all the floor needs.
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Step 3
Keep dust off the floor. Because dirt is abrasive, it can scratch the surface of the sealer, so you need to regularly sweep the floor either with a vacuum, broom or dust mop.
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Step 4
Use a neutral pH floor cleaner or one made especially for terrazzo floors. Mix 1 cup cleaner to 3 gallons of water or whatever the manufacturer recommends. Apply the cleaner and let it set for a few minutes. Mop up the cleaner with clean water. Keep rinsing the floor until there are no mop lines.
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Step 5
Buff the floor if you have a buffing machine. If you don't have a buffer, skip this step.
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Step 6
Wipe up spills immediately. The longer a spill sets on the floor, the greater chance it has of permeating through the sealer and staining the terrazzo floor.
