Terrazzo Knowledge Base
You ask, we answer! In-depth answers to some of your most commonly asked questions
Where can I use terrazzo?
What’s the best material for a kitchen countertop?
How much does a terrazzo countertop cost?
You may be thinking about using terrazzo for a countertop for your home or as part of a commercial project. But with so many options and so many companies keen…
What should I consider before buying a terrazzo countertop?
There’s lots to consider when talking about using terrazzo for countertops. We’ve included some of the most important points you need to know about your project before getting in touch…
What should I consider before buying terrazzo tiles or flooring?
Selecting a poured or tiled terrazzo floor involves a lot of different variables. Take a look at the sales process we work from below to give you an idea of…
How much does terrazzo flooring cost?
As a flooring option, terrazzo has been around for many years. Floors you walk on in hospitals, public buildings and train station concourses may well be made of terrazzo! But…
How should I maintain my terrazzo countertop?
 If your kitchen has a terrazzo countertop, new or inherited from the previous homeowners, you’ll need to know how to keep it looking at its best. Looked after properly,…
How do I order free samples from Diespeker?
 Ordering Samples Diespeker has such a choice of amazing natural stone and terrazzo styles – how do you know which is the right one for your project? The materials…
Are terrazzo floor tiles suitable for underfloor heating?
In general, underfloor heating works very well with many different types of tile, including terrazzo, porcelain and ceramic. Terrazzo has higher conductivity than a natural stone like marble and granite…
How do I prepare subflooring for a poured terrazzo floor?
Achieving a smooth and sturdy base is crucial for the success of a poured terrazzo floor. Not sure what we mean by a poured floor? Read our explainer article here….
What exactly is a poured terrazzo floor?
If you’re looking at different flooring ideas for a residential or commercial property, you may well have come across the term ‘poured’ terrazzo floor. But what does this mean, and…
What materials can you add to a bespoke terrazzo mix?
One of Diespeker’s core skills is the creation of bespoke terrazzo, where a variety of aggregates and other items are added into a binding mixture to make a unique material….
Can old terrazzo floors be restored?
Terrazzo flooring has been around for hundreds of years, and in the UK at least since 1881 – when Diespeker came to the UK! Just take a look at the…
Can terrazzo be used outside?
In many cities and towns around the world you’ll find terrazzo used outside. Just look down! Terrazzo has been used through the centuries as an outside flooring option for concourses,…
What edging options are there for my stone worktop?
Ordering a beautiful new stone kitchen worktop from Diespeker, as well as the templating, cutting, grinding and polishing, part of the process is to let us know what edging you…
Which is better for my project, poured terrazzo or terrazzo tiles?
If you’re thinking about using terrazzo for flooring, you have two main options: poured and tiled. Which one you choose depends on a number of factors. Aesthetics One of the…
Terrazzo vs marble: which is best for your project?
When you’re starting a new project, selecting the right material can significantly impact the outcome, both aesthetically and functionally. Two popular choices for premium stone finishes are terrazzo and marble,…