Doyle Dickerson Terrazzo Presents The Terrazzo Flooring Process

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SHOTBLAST

Creating a stronger bondwith the terrazzo!

Shotblasting is the process ofremoving the top layer of concretefrom the floor. In return, installersstrengthen the bond between theterrazzo and the surface.

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FLOORLEVELING

Evening things out!

Floor leveling is the process ofcreating a smooth flat surface whenthe floor levels are out of tolerance.

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FLOORPREPERATION

Checking for moisture andcracks within the floor!

Cracks and moisture levels arechecked during this process. Amoisture mitigation system or cracksuppression system can be applied.

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FLOORLAYOUT

Design in place!

If the floor requires a creativedesign, installers will create alayout of the design over thesurface.

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STRIPLAYOUT

Dividing up the colors!

Divider strips are coordinatedacross the floor for custom logosand other creative designs. Stripsare used for color changes and tocontrol expansion joints.

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MIXINGTERRAZZO

Combining aggregates andepoxy together!

Terrazzo components are carefullymeasured and prepared with mixingequipment. Aggregate includescrushed marble chips, recycled glassor other decorative stones.

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POURING TERRAZZO

The masterpiece begins!

The terrazzo mixture is poured inplace onto the surface and thenspread across the membrane using atrowel.

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GRINDINGTERRAZZO

Smoothing things out!

Once the floor has been layeredwith a terrazzo mix, installers willgrind the floor after the terrazzo isset. The process achieves a smoothfinish.

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GROUTING

Cover up any miscues!

After the grinding process iscompleted, installers will apply agrout mixture over the surface toremove any pinholes.

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POLISHINGTERRAZZO

Time to make the floorshine!

Terrazzo's surface is non-porous andantimicrobial, preventing thegrowth of microorganisms. A polishgives the floor its shine. Sealers arelayered to provide protection to thefloor.

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