WHAT IS TERRAZZO?

Terrazzo is a coating system that is formed by pouring crushed marble, granite or similar rock pieces onto a concrete base and treating them as a surface. Terrazzo emerged with the first terrazzo coverings made in Venice in the Middle Ages. Today, terrazzo is frequently used especially in the interiors of large buildings, in places such as halls, stairs and bathrooms.

LOW MAINTENANCE, LONG LIFE

Terrazzo is a durable and aesthetic coating system that requires very little maintenance. Terrazzo pavements can come in a variety of colors and patterns due to the rock fragments found on their surfaces. Terrazzo coatings are not affected by excessive moisture and are easy to clean. However, the surfaces of terrazzo flooring need to be polished regularly so that the surface shine can be maintained.

WIDE COLOR OPTIONS

What colors can Terrazzo be?

Terrazzo pavements can come in a variety of colors due to the rock fragments found on their surfaces. The colors of terrazzo coatings may vary depending on the variety of rock pieces used. However, the most commonly used colors of terrazzo coatings are:

WHITE

White terrazzo coatings have a light and spacious appearance. White terrazzo coatings are especially used in spaces with low lighting.

CORAL

Coral terrazzo coatings have a light and spacious appearance. Coral terrazzo coatings are especially used in spaces with low lighting.

BLACK

Black terrazzo provides a stunning look with its black tone and texture. Black terrazzo meets the highest standards both aesthetically and practically.

RECYCLE

Can Terazzo be considered one of the first recycling applications?

The construction of terazzo coatings can be seen as one of the recycling applications. Thanks to this method, different materials can be used according to the floor to be made and these materials can be recycled. For example, pieces of old marble can be collected for reuse and used to make terrazzo pavements. Thus, recycling applications are made in the production of terrazzo coatings.

FAMOUS BUILDINGS USING TERAZZO

These structures are given as just a few examples, and terrazzo linings have been used in many important structures. Terazzo coatings provide structures as a smooth and continuous floor and can also provide an aesthetic appearance.

GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM

Located in New York, this museum was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and is covered with terrazzo tiles.

PANTHEON

Located in Rome, this building was built between AD 118-125 and is covered with terrazzo tiles.

METROPOLITAN OPERA

Located in New York, this opera house is covered with terrazzo cladding.

VATICAN MUSEUM

Located in Vatican City, this museum is covered with terrazzo tiles.