{"id":16139,"date":"2017-08-21T12:00:23","date_gmt":"2017-08-21T12:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visionaryclients.com\/armstone\/?p=16139"},"modified":"2023-07-06T01:21:18","modified_gmt":"2023-07-05T15:21:18","slug":"replace-cracked-terrazzo-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visionaryclients.com\/armstone\/blog\/what-do-i-replace-my-cracked-terrazzo-steps-with\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do I Replace My Cracked Terrazzo Steps With?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Terrazzo steps contain a metal rod running through them to ensure the strength and durability of its structure.<\/p>\n

However, like most things that age over time, they tend to crack.<\/p>\n

This is usually caused by a combination of two things:<\/p>\n

Rust attacking the metal and pressure on the stone.
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Australians have used terrazzo steps treads for door thresholds and as steps for over 60 years.<\/p>\n

There are over 95 variations and colours.<\/p>\n

So it\u2019s not surprising that they are so tough to match and replace nowadays.<\/p>\n

In saying this, there is still hope!<\/p>\n

A variety of natural stone nosing options are available to replace terrazzo steps.<\/p>\n

Some of the popular choices include Granite Step Treads and Bluestone Step Treads<\/a>, Slate Thresholds and many more.<\/p>\n

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You can replace your terrazzo with a variety of natural stone steps<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here is a list of the more popular choices:<\/p>\n

1.Granite and Bluestone Steps:<\/h3>\n

These are both great options for replacing terrazzo steps.<\/p>\n

Both stones are very dense, slip-resistant and sport a plain and natural colour and character.<\/p>\n

Which is ideal for a doorway location.
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If longevity and darker matte tones are on your checklist, Granite steps treads<\/a> and Bluestone steps<\/a> treads are definitely your stones of choice.<\/p>\n

Depending on your taste and situation.<\/p>\n

They are available in sawn anti-slip P5 rating, P2 honed finish and P5 flamed finish.<\/p>\n

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** Honed Bluestone Step Tread<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

2. Carrara Marble Step Tread and Slate Step Tread<\/h3>\n

If your house is more traditional or with a heritage design.<\/p>\n

You might prefer something in a lighter shade to complement your existing colour scheme.<\/p>\n

As such, the Carrara marble step tread<\/a> will be your best choice.<\/p>\n

And for darker colours with more depth, the Slate step tread is<\/a> another one ideal for heritage designs.<\/p>\n

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* Carrara Marble Step Tread<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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* Chinese Black Slate Step Tread<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Stonemasons have used marble, and travertine<\/a>, for thousands of years to craft countless historic buildings.<\/p>\n

Both stones are easy on the eyes and really classic materials to use around the home.<\/p>\n

You simply have to decide on the colour combination for your area, and we can help you if you run into any roadblocks.<\/p>\n

Even though stone step treads are primarily crafted to be used as stone treads on stairs and stone doorsteps\/thresholds.<\/p>\n

Natural stone step treads can be used for a wide range of other purposes.<\/p>\n

These versatile natural products are quite suitable for capping, pool coping and framing purposes.<\/p>\n

In saying that, most renovators use natural stone treads to add prestige to their outdoor stairs or front doorsteps.<\/p>\n

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Natural stone steps give a welcoming ambience to your front doorstep (or any other step for that matter).<\/p>\n

Moreover, they inspire a natural timeless feel and their sophisticated finish suits both modern and traditional decisions.<\/p>\n

Thus, they create an inviting appeal to your front doorstep or even garden path, making them the perfect alternative to terrazzo treads.<\/p>\n

MAINTAINING YOUR NEW STONE STEPS<\/h3>\n

Once you have replaced your steps.<\/p>\n

It is important to distinguish which products are best to use without eroding the surface and to understand how to maintain them so they stand the test of time.<\/p>\n

If you need any help replacing your terrazzo steps.<\/p>\n

We recommend contacting Brendan Sweeney from Ecoterior on 0435 169 806.<\/p>\n

He’s an expert.<\/p>\n

And if you have any questions about the actual step treads.<\/p>\n

Feel free to\u00a0give us a call.<\/a><\/p>\n

We love this stuff and are here to help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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