If you are a fan of terrazzo floors, then you probably already know that terrazzo floor installation has historically been a very time-consuming process. The artisans who work in terrazzo create gorgeous floors and other surfaces by exposing aggregates on the surface of binders such as concrete or epoxy-resins. It has traditionally been a three-step process. First, the masons build a solid, three-to-four-inch deep concrete foundation. Next, the installers add an inch of sandy concrete, using divider strips to separate the area into different colors. The third step is a layer of chips, traditionally marble, placed on top and then rolled into place with a weight roller. After the final layer is set, it is ground and polished to reveal a beautiful, shiny layer. Though the materials are relatively inexpensive, the process is extremely labor-intensive, which made it prohibitively expensive for most applications.
Trend Terrazzo’s creation of terrazzo flooring tiles transformed the field of terrazzo floor installation. Instead of having to install terrazzo surfaces in three stages and instead of applications that result in at least four inches of material, Trend Terrazzo can be installed like normal floor tiles. While these tiles have the same luxe look of traditional terrazzo, they are far easier and faster to apply, resulting in greatly reduced labor costs. In addition, they can be installed in places where traditional terrazzo might be too heavy, such as on interior walls, while still offering the high-traffic durability of a traditional terrazzo surface.
Installation is simple; in fact, it installs similarly to other floor tiles and will soon be available in a click-set, which will get rid of the need for thin-set or other glues. The main differences it that the tiles are available in larger sizes than traditional flooring tiles, which can eliminate or reduce joints, providing more of the seamless appearance associated with traditional terrazzo. To find out more about Trend Terrazzo, including how to purchase it for your flooring project, contact Trend Terrazzo at their toll-free number: 1-866-508-7363.
