Patent ID: 6770328
Filing Date: 2004-08-03
Classification: B44C,C04B,E04F

Abstract:
A method of making a monolithic terrazzo surface, consisting of the steps of:conditioning and coating a substrate with primer material; mixing a batch of crushed recycled glass, an epoxy filler and hardenable resinous fluid binder to form a heterogeneous mixture; applying a substantially uniform layer of the mixture over the primed substrate to a nominal thickness of about &frac38;â€³; manually and mechanically troweling the mixture; sprinkling additional recycled glass onto the surface of the resinous mixture; allowing the fluid binder to harden to form a surface of hardened mixture; grinding and smoothing the surface of the hardened mixture; grouting the surface; cleaning and polishing the surface; and applying a sealant to said surface.