Terrazzo® Sustainability

Terrazzo®: A Sustainable Choice Since Its Origins

Explore the eco-friendly benefits of Terrazzo® flooring and its positive impact on the environment. Terrazzo® remains a responsible and durable option for contemporary projects. Order your free sample today!

The Sustainability of Terrazzo®

The eco-friendly origins of Terrazzo® date back to 15th century Italy, where Venetian marble workers repurposed leftover materials to create stunning Terrazzo® floors, making it one of the earliest “green” flooring systems. This longstanding commitment to sustainability continues today with Terrazzo®’s use of recycled materials and zero-VOC resins, aligning with modern environmental standards.

In the Middle East, where sustainability is increasingly vital in construction, epoxy Terrazzo® stands out as a durable, aesthetically versatile, and eco-conscious flooring option. Its adaptability to extreme temperatures and ability to withstand heavy use make it an ideal solution for both contemporary new builds and large-scale renovation projects in the region.

Beyond its visual appeal and design flexibility, epoxy Terrazzo® offers long-term cost efficiency due to minimal maintenance requirements and an extended lifecycle. By prioritizing sustainability, Terrazzo® helps reduce the environmental footprint, making it a favored choice for architects, designers, and developers in the Middle East seeking to integrate eco-friendly solutions into their projects.

Terrazzo® Advantage

Every aspect of our approach to Terrazzo® products prioritizes sustainability, from manufacturing to the finished Terrazzo® floors.

Safe/Zero-VOC

A finished Terrazzo® floor poses no health risks, providing an odorless, VOC-free, and bacteria-resistant surface that requires minimal maintenance without harsh chemicals.

Durability

Terrazzo® is a top-performing material, designed to withstand heavy foot traffic. With proper maintenance, it can last for decades, resulting in lower lifecycle costs compared to other flooring options.

Carbon Footprint

Terrazzo® serves as a one-stop shop for Terrazzo® materials, offering cost-effective solutions while minimizing waste and reducing transportation emissions.

Recyclable

Terrazzo® often incorporates recycled content and can be efficiently recycled at the end of its long lifespan, significantly reducing waste sent to landfills.

Terrazzo® Company is dedicated to creating innovative, durable, and eco-friendly flooring solutions that are not only visually stunning but also support a sustainable future.

Green Terrazzo® System

At TERRAZZO® Brands, we are committed to providing our customers with high-quality, environmentally friendly products designed to endure over time. Green Terrazzo® is an epoxy Terrazzo® system crafted from renewable ingredients that are not Red Listed and contains zero VOCs. This product is safe for installation in public spaces such as schools, airports, hospitals, hotels, and other indoor environments.

TERRAZZO® Brand Products: 
an environmentally-friendly solution

TERRAZZO® Brand Products incorporate the highest possible amounts of recycled and zero VOC materials in their composition. Terrazzo® Company is dedicated to continuous research and development of new products that meet modern green standards. TERRAZZO® Brand Products are perfect for anyone looking to create a building space that minimizes environmental impact while enjoying the advantages of beautiful, long-lasting flooring solutions.

The Health Product Declaration® provides detailed information about the contents of building products, including potential health-related hazards. TERRAZZO® EZPour Epoxy 158 is a two-part epoxy resin designed for crafting durable and visually appealing epoxy Terrazzo® floors. HPDs are produced by manufacturers for their products, so be sure to review the Health Product Declaration for TERRAZZO® EZPour Epoxy 158.

VOC Off-Gassing and Indoor Air Quality

Thin-set epoxy Terrazzo® is made from zero VOC materials, ensuring minimal off-gassing over the lifetime of the floor. This contributes to improved indoor air quality for sustainable construction projects. In addition to being free of volatile organic compounds, epoxy Terrazzo® is non-porous, preventing the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew.

TERRAZZO® Brand Products promote health and well-being, providing peace of mind that our products positively impact both human and environmental health.

Recycle and Reuse Content

One of the most effective ways to earn LEED points is by incorporating recycled materials into a Terrazzo® floor. Common sources of recycled content include aggregates such as recycled glass from post-consumer items like mirrors, bottles, and containers. Marble and granite quarries also supply post-industrial marble and granite chips for Terrazzo® projects. Other sources include recycled porcelain and concrete, with new plastic chips containing up to 20% recycled plastic material.

Designers can also incorporate aluminum divider strips, which contain a significant amount of recycled material, to manage joints and color transitions in a Terrazzo® floor. If an underbed is used, the steel reinforcement may include recycled content as well, and cement in cementitious Terrazzo® projects can also contain recycled materials.

Regional Sourcing

Manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors of Terrazzo® materials are strategically located across the United States. LEED points can be obtained when materials are sourced within a 500-mile radius of the project site. Terrazzo® is often manufactured on-site, minimizing post-consumer commercial waste and reducing transportation costs. Regionally sourced materials for sustainable architecture projects can include epoxy resins, aggregates, divider strips, and sealers.

SUSTAINABILITY BROCHURE

Download our Sustainability Brochure to discover how Terrazzo® can enhance your green building project.

CONTACT US

Reach out to our representatives for LEED documentation or support in designing Terrazzo® solutions that align with your sustainability goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the process for ordering TERRAZZO® Precast Terrazzo®?

To place an order, please contact a representative by completing our contact form: Order Request

Please provide us with information to better assist you including:

  • About Your Project
  • Product of Interest
  • Quantity of Units
  • Size Dimensions
  • Place of Delivery
  • Drawing and Details

To place an order, please contact a representative by completing our contact form: Order Request

Please provide us with information to better assist you including:

  • About Your Project
  • Product of Interest
  • Quantity of Units
  • Size Dimensions
  • Place of Delivery
  • Drawing and Details

To place an order, please contact a representative by completing our contact form: Order Request

Please provide us with information to better assist you including:

  • About Your Project
  • Product of Interest
  • Quantity of Units
  • Size Dimensions
  • Place of Delivery
  • Drawing and Details

To place an order, please contact a representative by completing our contact form: Order Request

Please provide us with information to better assist you including:

  • About Your Project
  • Product of Interest
  • Quantity of Units
  • Size Dimensions
  • Place of Delivery
  • Drawing and Details

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