Selection of terrazzo materials
Selection of terrazzo materials
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This lesson focuses on identifying and selecting appropriate terrazzo materials to ensure durability, quality finish, and compliance with construction standards.
1. Introduction to terrazzo
Terrazzo is a durable finishing material made from marble or other aggregates mixed with cement and color. It can be installed on site or produced as precast tiles and is mainly used for flooring and other interior finishes in public and private buildings.
Identification of terrazzo materials
- Matrix (Cementitious materials or matrices)
- Marble chips (chips of various types ( 1.marbles, 2.granite, 3.quartz and4.glass)
- White Portland cement
- Colored pigments
- Sand and gravels
- Water
- Timber planks
- Wax polish
- Divider strips
- Nails
- Admixtures