Is terrazzo suitable for kitchen floor?
Terrazzo is not only extremely durable, but also water, mold, and stain-resistant—meaning it’s an excellent option for flooring in kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms, and outdoor spaces.
Is terrazzo flooring expensive?
Terrazzo Tile Costs Tiles cost between $15 and $70 per square foot, not including labor. Including installation, terrazzo tiles will average between $25 and $80 per square foot.
Is terrazzo hard to maintain?
Although durable, terrazzo can be a bit complicated to maintain when compared to other hard floor options, such as vinyl composition tile. Make sure you know how to clean, buff, and burnish these floors before you take on the job of caring for one.
What is terrazzo flooring?
So, we know it’s pretty cool, but what is terrazzo flooring actually? Terrazzo is a composite construction material made by combining chips of aggregates such as marble or stone with either concrete or epoxy-resin. Depending on the types of materials used, terrazzo can be used both indoors and outdoors.
How do you finish a terrazzo floor?
Whether you choose to do an in situ pour of terrazzo or opt for pre-made terrazzo floor tiles, a professional installer will usually finish the entire floor by sanding it, then polishing and sealing it, thus creating a seamless floor (even with the tile option, the grout between tiles will be completely level with the terrazzo tiles).
Can you use terrazzo tiles indoors?
Depending on the types of materials used, terrazzo can be used both indoors and outdoors. Terrazzo is either poured (like concrete) in situ (i.e. in your home) or you can use terrazzo tiles instead.
Where to buy Granito terrazzo tiles in the USA?
For Granito terrazzo tiles have a look at the pretty Pacifico collection available at the Cement Tile Shop who have showrooms in Tampa and Scottsdale, as well as shipping options covering the whole of the USA and Europe.