Installing Terrazzo Flooring

Some floors you can install yourself.  Terrazzo isn't one of them (which is part of why it's a pretty expensive flooring choice).  You really need a professional who has experience with Terrazzo for the installation.  When selecting a company, it's a good idea to ask for customer recommendations and do your homework.  Here's why:

• Terrazzo is heavy stuff, and you need someone who's going to know how to estimate the finished weight. They'll need to check the sub-floor to ensure it can handle the burden.
• Since Terrazzo is laid in mortar, any plywood underlayment needs to be waterproofed (i.e. with a liquid damp-proof membrane or a polyurethane sheet). Otherwise the water content of the mortar could rot the wood underneath.

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