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Serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding areas. (728) 777-0244
Terrazzo handles Florida heat, humidity, and sandy feet better than almost any other floor. Whether you want a new installation or you think you have original terrazzo hiding under your carpet, we can help.
Terrazzo flooring in Boca Raton is made by embedding small chips of marble, glass, or stone into a cement or resin base, then grinding and polishing the surface smooth - most residential projects take three to seven days depending on room size and system type.
Boca Raton has a significant number of homes built between the 1950s and 1980s, and terrazzo was the standard flooring choice throughout South Florida during those decades. Many of those original floors are still intact under layers of carpet or vinyl that were added later. If your home was built during that era, it is worth having us check before you commit to new flooring - you may already own a restorable floor. If your floor has existing surface damage or needs leveling work done first, we can pair that with polished concrete flooring to give you options depending on what the slab looks like.
The result of a properly installed or restored terrazzo floor is a seamless, non-porous surface that is far easier to maintain than tile with grout lines and holds its finish for decades - not years - without requiring replacement.
If your terrazzo floor has lost its shine and looks flat or hazy even after mopping, the protective sealer has likely worn through. In Boca Raton's climate, foot traffic combined with humidity can break down the sealer faster than in drier regions. A professional regrind and reseal will bring the surface back to life without replacing the floor.
Small cracks in terrazzo are common in older South Florida homes and are often caused by the natural settling of a concrete slab over time. They do not always mean the floor is failing, but they do mean moisture can now get in - which matters in a humid coastal environment like Boca Raton. A contractor can fill and blend those cracks before they grow and become a more expensive repair.
If your home was built before 1985 and has wall-to-wall carpet, there is a real chance the original terrazzo floor is still there. Lift a corner near a doorway or in a closet and look - if you see a hard, speckled surface, you may have a restorable floor. Many Boca Raton homeowners discover their terrazzo is in good shape and restoration costs far less than new installation.
Terrazzo that has gone without sealing for years can absorb stains from spills, pet accidents, or cleaning products. If you see dark patches or discoloration that does not respond to mopping, the stain has likely penetrated the surface. Restoration grinding can remove most staining and give you a fresh sealed surface that resists future absorption.
We offer both new terrazzo installation and restoration of existing floors. For new installations, we can work with traditional cement-based terrazzo or with newer resin-based systems that are thinner and easier to install over an existing slab. Resin-based terrazzo is often the right choice when you want to add terrazzo without raising the floor height significantly. For homeowners who already have original terrazzo but want to understand all their concrete finish options, our polished concrete flooring service offers a different aesthetic from the same category of durable, low-maintenance concrete surfaces.
For homeowners converting a space and wanting to understand their complete range of options, we also offer basement flooring solutions that pair well with terrazzo in adjacent living spaces. Our restoration service covers regrinding, crack repair with color-matched material, and resealing - making an older floor look nearly new without the cost of full replacement. The National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association sets industry standards for installation quality, and we follow those specifications on every project. Learn more about terrazzo standards at ntma.com.
The traditional method - poured directly onto the slab and ground smooth. Best suited for homeowners doing a full renovation who want maximum durability and a permanent floor.
A thinner, lighter system that can be applied over an existing sound slab. Ideal when you want terrazzo without major demolition or a significant increase in floor height.
For existing terrazzo floors that are dull, stained, or cracked. We regrind the surface, fill cracks with matching material, and reseal for a near-new result.
For floors with isolated damage. We fill and blend cracks so they become nearly invisible, then reseal the entire surface to protect the repair.
Most homes in Boca Raton are built on a concrete slab rather than a raised wood subfloor, which is exactly the type of base that terrazzo performs best on. There is no flex or movement in the subfloor that could cause cracking over time. This means that for most Boca Raton homeowners, the structural conditions are already favorable for a long-lasting installation. South Florida's combination of high humidity and warm temperatures can affect how cement-based terrazzo cures after it is poured - contractors experienced in the local climate schedule pours carefully and may use fans or dehumidifiers to control moisture levels during the curing window. Homeowners in Delray Beach and Boynton Beach face the same slab-on-grade conditions and terrazzo performs consistently well across the region.
Boca Raton also has one of the highest concentrations of HOA-governed communities in Palm Beach County, and many associations have rules about flooring materials - particularly in condominiums where sound transmission between units is a concern. Terrazzo is a hard, dense surface that tends to perform well on sound transmission requirements, making it one of the more HOA-compatible flooring choices available. Before finalizing any plan, check your HOA documents or ask your association manager whether specific underlayment requirements apply - your contractor should already be familiar with this in the local market.
We will ask you a few basic questions - the size of the space, whether you have existing flooring to remove, and whether you are interested in new installation or restoration. We reply within one business day and can give you a rough ballpark before anyone visits your home.
We visit your home to examine the subfloor condition, check for cracks or moisture issues, and discuss design options including chip colors and finish type. After the visit you receive a written estimate breaking down labor, materials, and timeline.
For new terrazzo we prepare the subfloor, pour the mixture, and leave it to set before grinding begins. For restoration we start with the grinding phase to remove the old surface layer. Either way, this is the noisiest part - plan to be out of that area during work hours.
We run progressively finer grinding passes to smooth the surface, then apply the final polish and sealer. The sealer needs to dry - typically 24 hours - before you walk on the floor. We do a final walkthrough together before we leave so you can review the result in good light.
Free on-site assessment. Written estimate before any work starts. No pressure.
(728) 777-0244A large portion of the homes we work on were built between the 1950s and 1980s - the same era when terrazzo was the standard floor in South Florida. That means we have seen what these slabs look like, how they have aged, and what restoration is realistic before we ever quote a price.
We follow the installation specifications set by the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association on every project. That means the right curing protocols for South Florida's humidity, proper moisture testing before any work begins, and grinding passes done in the correct sequence.
Every job starts with a written estimate that breaks out labor, materials, and timeline. The number you agree to is the number you pay - no line items added after the crew shows up. If anything changes, we tell you before we proceed.
Many of our Boca Raton jobs are in HOA-governed communities with specific rules about contractor hours, access, and materials. We ask about your HOA situation before scheduling and handle the coordination so you are not caught between your contractor and your association. Palm Beach County's Building Division requirements are also part of how we plan every job.
These are the details that separate a floor that lasts decades from one that needs redoing in a few years. If you want to know what your specific floor is worth restoring, the fastest way is a free on-site visit - call us and we will come take a look.
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