Terrazzo Worker how-to
How to Grind and Polish Terrazzo
Grinding reveals the beauty.
Quick answer
Grinding reveals the beauty. In short: start; grind; grout, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Start coarse.
Grind evenly.
Grout pinholes.
Move through grits.
Polish.
Seal.
Safety reminders for terrazzo workers
- Control silica dust
- Wear chemical gloves
- Use knee pads
- Ventilate epoxy
Key terms
Terrazzo · Epoxy terrazzo · Cement terrazzo · Aggregate · Divider strip · Grinding: see the full terrazzo worker glossary.