Craftsman Concrete Floors specializes in the expert installation, restoration, and repair of terrazzo flooring systems, delivering long-lasting, low-maintenance results. From our corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas, we offer nationwide in-house service, including complete coverage throughout major metropolitan areas in California. As one of the country’s leading installers of commercial flooring, we provide manufacturer-warrantied systems to top companies across America. Our dedicated industry veterans bring decades of unmatched expertise in materials manufacturing, product development, and precise installation practices, consistently ensuring exceptional craftsmanship.
Terrazzo floors have long been appreciated in Anaheim for combining impressive durability with aesthetic elegance. Understanding the cost of installing terrazzo floors involves examining several key factors: chosen materials, installation techniques, and overall size of your space. Pricing generally varies based on terrazzo styles, such as epoxy-based or cementitious options, each with their unique qualities and installation requirements. Additionally, logistical factors including site preparation, complexity of design, and area size significantly impact overall costs. By thoughtfully exploring these essential details, property owners in Anaheim can more effectively navigate cost considerations and achieve an ideal balance between visual quality, functionality, and budgeting requirements.
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Thinset or ‘poured terrazzo’ flooring is the most common type of terrazzo floor installation. This type of terrazzo flooring offers incredible benefits such as longevity and durability, high impact and chemical resistance, low maintenance costs, and a timeless appearance. However, poured terrazzo flooring is challenging to install and requires specialized labor and materials.
Poured terrazzo flooring has one of the highest upfront installation costs of any type of flooring available. However, as discussed in this article, terrazzo flooring can provide one of the lowest long-term flooring costs for the correct use case. For this reason, we install terrazzo flooring in high-traffic use cases such as stadiums, municipal buildings, schools, and even jails.
Terrazzo tile can achieve a similar aesthetic as poured terrazzo flooring with a more straightforward installation at a lower cost. Modern terrazzo tiles can come in large format sizes, such as 24″x 24″, providing a more contemporary appearance than other tiles. However, large-format tiles are more expensive to install and manufacture because of their size. Although terrazzo tiles are less costly than poured epoxy terrazzo flooring, they’re one of the more expensive types of tile installations available.
Terrazzo flooring combines an epoxy resin binder, marble dust, and aggregates. These aggregates are most often made of marble chips; however, granite, glass, polished metals, and shells are also commonly incorporated. One benefit of terrazzo flooring is that many of these materials can be recycled materials, creating a floor with more environmental benefits than other types of flooring, such as hardwood or ceramic tile. This environmental advantage can be used to gain LEED and other environmental certifications in some circumstances. The origin and quality of aggregates are variable and significantly impact the cost of a finished floor.
Previous tile, carpet, and wood flooring installations each bring different challenges during the repair and restoration process. For example, glue left by a wood flooring installation will stain and discolor the terrazzo and requires careful surface grinding to restore. Removing carpet tack strips will leave voids in terrazzo that we will fill with appropriate, matching terrazzo material.
Marble Chips can range from $16-$40 per 50lb bag
Mother of Pearl is $80 – $100 per 50lb bag
The overall square footage of the installation impacts the cost of terrazzo flooring. Because we most often install terrazzo floors on large projects, such as stadiums and schools, economies of scale usually kick in at 10,000 sq. ft. or more. That means for small projects, such as residential kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms, the price per square foot will be higher than for larger jobs, such as municipal buildings. Because terrazzo flooring materials are specialized, material costs per square foot are higher for projects under a few thousand square feet. Large projects are often specified with more economical materials to reduce cost.
$30+ per square foot
$18 per square foot
There is a direct correlation between the complexity of a terrazzo flooring design and a project’s cost. One of the terrazzo’s most desirable features is its endless design flexibility. Logos and other complex designs, such as flowers, birds, and insects, are often incorporated into terrazzo flooring. Because these intricate designs require a large variety of aggregates and epoxy colors as well as custom-bent metal divider strips, floors with complex designs cost more. Terrazzo flooring cost for single-color floors with simple divider strip patterns will always be much lower than for intricate floors. Fortunately for homeowners, most residential installations tend to be simple in design.
$20 – $30 per square foot
$25 – $60 per square foot
Terrazzo material is often poured into a cove base, providing seamless transitions between the floor and walls. If you’re unfamiliar with it, a cove base is a curved molding made from terrazzo that is seamlessly integrated into the flooring system. It eliminates the sharp 90-degree transition between the floor and wall, creating a smooth, rounded edge. This molding is often used in public restrooms, hospitals or kitchens, allowing easy cleaning and preventing moisture damage to walls. Because the cove base must be sculpted and polished by hand, this addition means an increase in cost.
Additionally, terrazzo can be poured onto stair treads, covering both the horizontal and vertical planes for a sleek, continuous look. This technique creates a durable staircase, perfect for high-traffic areas. However, the intricate hand-detailing required for casting and polishing makes terrazzo staircases quite pricey.
$28 – $35 per linear foot at 6″ tall
$80 – $135 per square foot, depending on riser configuration.
One of the advantages of terrazzo flooring is the ability to customize its level of reflectivity during the polishing process. While high-gloss finishes are commonly chosen for their mirror-like appearance, satin or matte finishes are popular in modern construction for their subtle, understated elegance.
High-gloss finishes require additional polishing steps compared to matte finishes, which makes them slightly more expensive. However, the difference in cost is typically minimal, as the extra polishing is not particularly time-intensive.
$.50 to $1.00 more expensive for most floors.
Thin-set terrazzo flooring is generally installed directly on a structural concrete slab. Subfloor preparation includes grinding the existing subfloor and installing an epoxy-based primer. This primer is required to ensure a high level of adhesion between the structural concrete slab and the terrazzo flooring. Subfloor preparation for new construction will always be less expensive than renovation projects, as we must remove fewer contaminants and make fewer repairs for new construction projects.
When installing a terrazzo floor, the subfloor must be tested for moisture transmission. If the transmision of moisture is high, a moisture vapor barrier must be installed.
At Craftsman Concrete Floors, we always restore terrazzo floors correctly–with a heavy diamond grind and polish. This provides the most durable, slip-resistant terrazzo floor possible.
$1.00 to $1.50 per square foot for most floors.
When installing terrazzo flooring in a renovation project, we must carefully demolish the existing flooring to prevent damage to the subfloor.
$1.00 to $3.00 per square foot for most floors.
Basic thin-set terrazzo flooring ranges from $15-40 per square foot.
Terrazzo flooring with complex patterns can range from $25-$60 per square foot.
Terrazzo flooring with unique aggregates, intricate patterns, or smaller project sizes can cost up to $100 per square foot.
High-quality terrazzo tiles start around $18 per square foot.
Depending on size and complexity, the installation cost can be $10 – $15 per square foot.
The installation will take at least three days for small projects such as residential bathrooms or kitchens. Because terrazzo is a poured product requiring cure time, it is impossible to complete these installations in fewer days. The installation time will vary based on the overall square footage for larger jobs such as commercial buildings.
Because terrazzo flooring is extremely durable, these floors provide a long-term solution for buildings that require a very long life. In fact, for most terrazzo installations, these floors will generally exceed the usable life of the building. Terrazzo maintenance is usually as simple as sweeping, mopping, or auto-scrubbing. Because of this, the cost of a terrazzo floor across its life is generally lower than any other type of flooring. Further, for businesses that cannot accept any downtime, such as stadiums, business owners can be confident that their terrazzo flooring will be in good order throughout its service life.
Craftsman Concrete Floors is a specialty floor installation company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1999, we offer nationwide in-house service installing Polished Concrete, ESD Epoxy, Terrazzo Floors, Urethane Cement, and Concrete Overlays through our regional offices.
Hotels and hospitality spaces choose terrazzo flooring primarily because of its luxurious aesthetic, making it ideal for grand hotel lobbies, busy hallways, and expansive public spaces. Its inherently stain-resistant and durable properties make it well-suited for high-traffic hospitality environments near prominent facilities such as the Angel Stadium of Anaheim or the John Wayne Airport in California. Additionally, terrazzo’s smooth, seamless finish simplifies daily cleaning, ensuring the space maintains its sophisticated appearance for guests. Although initial installation costs can be higher than many natural stone alternatives, terrazzo’s longevity and minimal upkeep deliver long-term value, reducing ongoing maintenance expenses.
Museums and cultural institutions frequently choose terrazzo floors for their ability to offer customizable design options that directly reflect specific artistic, historic, or cultural themes unique to their exhibits. Institutions benefit greatly from terrazzo’s durable and low-maintenance qualities, especially important in heavily trafficked visitor areas such as galleries and exhibit halls. Although natural terrazzo, often marble-based, can be more costly than synthetic materials due to premium aggregates, its lifespan and aesthetic enhancement typically justify the expense. Terrazzo installations can similarly be seen enhancing public spaces at culturally relevant sites like Anaheim City Hall.
In healthcare and medical facilities, terrazzo flooring is chosen for its seamless, non-porous surface, effectively resisting bacterial growth and contamination. Its inherent durability and ease of maintenance significantly reduce ongoing care costs, making it a cost-effective flooring choice in settings where long-term sanitation and hygiene standards are critical. Additionally, terrazzo floors naturally meet the stringent cleanliness requirements mandated by hospitals and clinics. Despite a higher initial investment compared to other flooring options, terrazzo’s extended lifespan—often lasting decades—makes this option financially advantageous over time, offsetting initial expenses through reduced maintenance and replacement costs.
Terrazzo flooring installation costs depend on factors such as the complexity of the design, the type of aggregate used, and the total square footage of the project. Additionally, regional labor rates, such as those found in Anaheim, can influence overall pricing. For an accurate estimate, it’s best to consult directly with Craftsman Concrete Floors.
Yes, terrazzo flooring is highly cost-effective for commercial and industrial settings due to its exceptional durability and low maintenance requirements. Although initial installation costs may be higher than other flooring options, terrazzo’s longevity and minimal upkeep expenses make it a wise investment. Properly maintained terrazzo floors typically last around 100 years, significantly reducing long-term costs.
The typical thickness of terrazzo flooring ranges from 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch for epoxy terrazzo and up to 2 inches for cement-based terrazzo. Thicker installations generally require more material and labor, increasing overall costs. However, thicker terrazzo floors can provide greater durability and longevity, making them ideal for high-traffic areas.
Incorporating metal or divider strips into terrazzo flooring can affect installation costs, as these elements require additional materials and labor. Divider strips are often used to create intricate designs or patterns, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the floor. For projects in California, it’s advisable to discuss design options and associated costs with your terrazzo installer.
Restoring a dull or worn-out terrazzo floor typically involves grinding, polishing, and sealing, with costs varying based on the floor’s condition and size. Restoration is generally more affordable than complete replacement and can significantly extend the lifespan of your terrazzo flooring. Regular maintenance and timely restoration help preserve the floor’s appearance and functionality.
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