http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog Just another WordPress weblog Fri, 26 Mar 2010 02:02:52 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=go9DXCMUkbE Recently I was on vacation traveling the orient.  When I went into Hong Kong's MRT (Mass Rapid Transportation System) I was amazed to see the use of terrazzo tile.  As you may notice from the photo that the station was very clean and I believe they choose terrazzo to ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/uncategorized/terrazzo-tile-hong-kong/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eM-tlsK-HJs We have all had to make this decision.  Do we hire the person with the lowest price for a service or item, or do we take that chance that this price will be reflect in the quality of the workmanship which we expect?  In this economy it is hard to ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/how-to-and-blogs/opps-i-hired-contrator/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLqcdg50JHg Colonial Floor Care and Stone Care has been in business for over 20 years restoring historical Terrazzo for over 20 years.  And as small business, we understand the reality of having to decide if putting  a bit more money into the best equipment, materials, and employee's or trying to save ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/american-architecture/is-the-lowest-price-always-the-best-when-it-comes-to-quality-terrazzo-restoration/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-5ULCTS39A Colonial Floor and Stone Care were called to another Historical Hotel to help fix the Hotel Clevelander Terrazzo in this historical hotel.  There were many cracks  multi colored Terrazzo.    We were called in to inspect and recommended repairing Terrazzo flooring on 3 floors of and outside areas of the ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/american-architecture/restoring-historical-terrazzo-in-the-historic-clevelander-hotel/ In this economy remodeling  may be the best investment you could do to your home.  It is estimated that your return on your initial investment depending on what you do, could bring you thousands of dollars back to you, especially if you put some "sweat equity" into the remodeling yourself.  ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/how-to-and-stlye/remodeling-its-a-wise-decision-in-this-economy/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJtpkxKplTE&feature=related We love living in South Florida; the warm air, the sunny skies and the beautiful beaches. We also love the charm of our “old” Florida homes.  However, with the charm, sometimes we can face issues. The most prevalent one being floods caused from leaky, rusty pipes leaving your wood, tile ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/uncategorized/if-you-had-a-flood-and-have-terrazzo-you-might-have-a-better-solution/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ekj1b4KbeOc Let’s face it! We are in harder times. Everyone is conserving. We have to get the best value without sacrificing the quality. Whether you are trying to sell a home or investment property or just looking to do upgrades, restoring your terrazzo is a great way to save a little ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/american-architecture/how-to-get-the-best-floors-for-your-dollar/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-ZzwvNaBSE Watching the Today Show this morning I saw that Miami is one of the top 10 cities to buy housing at a bargain price and where job growth is on the up-rise. I said to myself  "way to go Miami".  So with so many home for sale at bargain prices, ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/home-improvement/miami-is-the-place-to-be/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB23wIJVNJQ Presents have been given and recieved, the Holiday feast have been consumed and now is the time we all start to think about New Years resolutions. We all have them, and we all start them, but most of us (myself included) don't stick to them.  We all have great intentions, but ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/floor-restoration/ringing-in-the-new-year/ httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB23wIJVNJQ Colonial Floor Care One thing I enjoy seeing  this time of year, is  everyone seems to come together, become a bit more joyful, wanting to connect with family and friends. Enjoying the Holiday decorations that are displayed around town. Driving around with the family to look at  the many homes ... http://www.terrazzorestoration.net/blog/how-to-and-blogs/tis-the-season-to-be-jolly-in-palm-beach/