| | The raw materials recommended for terrazzo tile flooring are as follows: | | | Terrazzo tiles: In these tiles stone or marble chips are embedded in cement. They add beauty to the room. | | | | | Cement: A powdered substance of lime and clay mixed with water and sand to make mortar (an adhesive) or mixed with water, sand and gravel to make concrete. | | | | Lime putty:A mixture of lime (calcium hydroxide) in water which is used for the production of lime plasters, mortars, grouts and lime wash . It is the best to leave it for several months by keeping it covered with a thin layer of water. | | | Marble chips: These are tiny pieces of marble with irregular shape; used for topping terrazzo tile flooring. They are available in various colors like white, gray, green, black, etc. | | | Coarse sand: A scientific term for a sand particle having a diameter in the range of 0.5 to 1 mm. | | | Polish: It is used to provide shine to the floor after it has been ground completely. The polished surface makes a durable floor material. | | | | Oxalic acid: It is a grinding agent used to polish marble. | | | | | | | | |
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