Terrazzo is made of marble or glass coupled with cement mortars. The marble or glass chips are usually sprinkled on the surface during its setting so that the majority of its surface is marble or glass. It’s then polished and cleaned. Protective coatings are not completely necessary on Terrazzo floors but as with any other floor type, you need to add a coating to protect the marble chips and prevent the surface from being slippery.

Terrazzo floors are easily stained. The process of restoring Terrazzo floors is simple. Stripping the surface is the first step to removing any buildup. A floor cleaner like the Rejuvenate Terrazzo Floor Restorer, is ideal for restoring damaged Terrazzo flooring. An approved sealant with a roll paint brush may be applied to protect the tiles from future damage.

General Guidelines to Keep Your Terrazzo Flooring in Great Shape

Keeping your floors looking great is vital since flooring is one of the most expensive and time consuming aspects of home improvement. Simple steps can prolong the life of your floor, regardless of the type you may have. Here are some tricks that will keep your terrazzo flooring looking new:

• Close curtains and blinds — UV rays from sunlight can fade colors on floor and cause discoloration
• Place floor protectors under furniture
• Clean, wipe or blot spills immediately to help prevent stains.
• Place doormats at every door — this helps to trap dirt at the doorway instead of tracking inside the home. The coco mat, featured on QVC, traps all types of particles such as dust, mud, snow and it can be used for the front door, patio or even the garage.
• Take care when moving heavy objects like furniture and equipment — utilize furniture coaters to transport heavy objects across floors.
• Dust and vacuum floors regularly to maximize beauty and decrease build-up of debris.
• Exercise caution when using bleaches, tile cleaners, mildew removers, oven cleaners, drain openers and plant food as these contain strong chemicals that can discolor floors.
• Always follow your manufacturer’s guidelines on products that are safe for your flooring.
• Treat grout with a sealer to simplify cleaning.
• Vacuum porcelain tiles without a beater bar and use a microfiber mop, which is gentle on the floor to prevent scratching.