Energy Efficiency and Terrazzo

Terrazzo floors offer many benefits including high energy efficiency. According to “Remodelers and General Contractors”, “Increasing the energy efficiency of a home during remodeling adds value for both owners and occupants”. Terrazzo floors are an excellent choice for increasing the overall energy efficiency of your home. If your home currently features terrazzo floors, you should definitely consider restoring rather than replacing them. An expert terrazzo floor restoration specialist can help  to beautify your home and help save you money by maintaining or increasing your home’s level of energy efficiency.

According to industry experts, terrazzo is an excellent conductor of heat energy. This means that in hot weather, it will help keep your house cool, and in cold weather, it will help keep your house warm. They also reduce mold, allergens and VOC’s(volatile organic compounds), making the air in your home much cleaner.

There are four significant advantages to spending the time and energy on maximizing your home’s energy efficiency, according to the Energy Effcient Rehab Advisor.

They are:

1) Increased Cash Flow- Reducing enegy consumtion will decrease monthly utility bills. Some energy efficiency measures also qualify for rebates, tax credits and better mortgage rates. Additional incentives are also available for renewable energy projects. These measures can also increase the home’s resale value.

2)Better Indoor Air Quality- Sealed and ventilated homes reduce heath risks from mold, pollen, dust mites, radon and other pollutants.

3) Improved Comfort and Noise Reduction- Eliminate hot spots chilly drafts and air that’s too dry or too moist. An efficient heating, cooling and ventilation system will stabilize the temperature and humidity level throughout the house. Siding, insulation and sealing air leaks will reduce noise from outdoors and create a more peaceful indoor environment.

4) Environmental Benefits- Reducing energy consumption cleaner air and water by avoiding  pollution from power plants. Improving efficiency contributes to national security goals and sustains resources for future generations.

Besides being beautiful and durable, terrazzo floors contribute significantly to the energy efficiency and overall health of your home.

Restoring Your Concrete Garage Floor

At Colonial Floor Care, we know about concrete garage floor restoration.Many companies offer epoxy sealers as an answer to restoring your concrete garage floor. While these sealers may sound like a good idea, there are many problems associated with them. They are highly toxic to manufacture, apply and didspose of. Great care must be taken to smooth the surface of your concrete before applying the epoxy. Also, all oils and stains must be removed from the concrete if the epoxy is to seal effectively. Colonial Floor Care offers a much more effective and environmentally friendly way to make your concrete garage floor beutiful and durable. We employ a multi-stage polishing process, using the highest quality polishing tools to bring your floor to a beautiful and durable lustre. Best of all, we use NO chemicals. Our method is completely “green”.