Originating 500 years ago, this composite material of marble chippings set into cement called Terrazzo was created as a way to reuse the scrapped rock. Traditionally sold as flooring, terrazzo has become a much more versatile material with its introduction into producing furniture, decor, kitchen tables, etc. It is not only restricted to hard materials but the print itself is being used as wallpaper, curtains and upholstery nowadays. The best part of terrazzo is that it is a highly sustainable material.
Terrazzo is a flooring material traditionally made by exposing marble chips on the surface of concrete and then polishing until smooth. Now, however, you can buy terrazzo in tile form. It’s often used in public buildings because it’s long-lasting and can be refinished repeatedly.
