Custom Sample Process

Step 1.

Color Mood

Terrazzo can be manufactured to produce flooring and surfaces with various designs, looks, and applications. Selecting and working with different aggregate materials, colors, and adhesives means there is much thought and planning that goes into the sample making process.

The first step is having a color or mood in mind for the resin or matrix that will be used to bond with the terrazzo aggregate. This establishes the base color the floor or surface will take.

Different Color Aggregate for Terrazzo Samples

The next step is deciding what type and color aggregate to use with the chosen matrix color. Example aggregate types include marble, recycled glass, plastic, seashell and other exotic materials.

Terrazzo Masters has a wide range of terrazzo color pallets and pre-made samples to choose from in case you can’t decide on a specific color or aggregate.

Step 2.

Aggregate Size

Now that you have the ideal materials chosen for your sample, the next step is deciding on the size of the aggregate mix.

Aggregate sizes range from fine to large aggregate on a scale system from #00 to #8.

The standard terrazzo aggregate sizes are usually #0, 1, 2. Aggregate size #00 is considered a premium terrazzo, while #3 – #8 terrazzo is classified as Venetian style terrazzo and is also considered premium.

Step 3.

Terrazzo Blend, Sealer, and Grit

Terrazzo Masters Custom Samples Terrazzo Blend Graphic

Now that the color and sizes of the terrazzo has been chosen, it is now time to develop the formula blend of the terrazzo. The formula is based on a total aggregate mix of 100% that combines different percentages of aggregate to form the final 100% blend. The lowest percentage of aggregate should not be less than 5%.

Additionally, while considering the overall terrazzo blend, we will need to specify the grit and sealer used in the terrazzo. Most projects use a 200 grit finish and WB Acrylic Sealer for cost effectiveness, but other options exist such as WB Urethane Sealer.

Step 4.

Final Steps

We suggest ordering multiple samples to help you decide which sample mix would be best for your project.

Samples will take +2 weeks to properly develop before being shipped out.

It is recommended to set the sample on the ground and look down at it to best visualize how it will look across the surface.

If you have any questions about creating your terrazzo sample, please get in touch with Terrazzo Masters, where we will try and answer any questions you may have regarding the sample.

Once a sample has been approved, Terrazzo Masters can proceed with your flooring or surfacing project.