Pam, I know and fully understand that you don’t want prices put in this part of the blog. But what I would really appreciate seeing is some kind of general price comparison of various surfaces or materials. So, a list from cheapest to most expensive for various options for retro flooring or countertops. It would be great to know where on the scale terrazzo is. Of course, more $ than vinyl sheeting or marmoleum/linoleum. And terrazzo tile is less $ than poured terrazzo. But… is terrazzo tile comparable to wood flooring, for instance? I would love to see a list, showing what might be comparable in price from cheapest to most expensive, and all the retro-friendly options. My two cents.

I have a 50s built home in south FL with off-white terrazzo floors throughout. Until I had them professionally refinished a couple of years ago I hated terrazzo. Now that the floors have been PROFESSIONALLY refinished they are a dream and like glass, in sheen only. So easy to clean with a T-Mop and a bucket of water with a few drops of Joy dish detergent and a few drops of bleach, if needed. With the Joy there is no rinsing or towel drying necessary. The refinishing was well worth the expenditure because that’s what finally sealed and permanently shined the terrazzo making them so easy to care for and clean. A Swiffer for intermittent cleaning is also a wonder. Please let me know if you have any more questions. Also, when the central heat is on the floor is warm.