Partial Terrazzo Restoration at Columbus Airport in Indiana

December 9, 2025

Airports experience some of the highest levels of foot traffic of any commercial facility. Over time, even durable flooring systems like terrazzo can show signs of wear, dullness, and surface damage. Recently, our team completed a partial terrazzo restoration project at Columbus Airport in Indiana, helping restore both the appearance and performance of the existing floor without the cost or downtime of a full replacement.

The Challenge: High-Traffic Terrazzo Wear

Terrazzo flooring is known for its longevity, but constant pedestrian traffic, rolling luggage, cleaning chemicals, and embedded dirt can gradually reduce its shine and clarity. At Columbus Airport, select areas of the terrazzo floor had become worn and uneven compared to surrounding sections, creating an inconsistent appearance throughout the space.

A full tear-out or complete restoration was unnecessary. Instead, a targeted, partial terrazzo restoration approach allowed us to address only the affected areas while maintaining seamless transitions across the floor.

Our Solution: Targeted Terrazzo Restoration

For this project, we performed a partial terrazzo restoration designed specifically for high-traffic airport environments. Our process included:

Deep cleaning to remove embedded soil and contaminants
Diamond grinding and honing of worn terrazzo sections
Blending restored areas to match adjacent flooring
Final polishing to achieve a consistent, slip-resistant finish

This approach restored clarity and gloss while extending the life of the existing terrazzo floor—without disrupting airport operations.

Why Partial Terrazzo Restoration Makes Sense

Many facilities assume terrazzo problems require full replacement or complete refinishing. In reality, partial terrazzo restoration is often the smarter option, especially for airports, hospitals, and commercial buildings.

Benefits include:

Lower cost than full terrazzo replacement
Minimal downtime and disruption
Improved appearance and safety
Extended lifespan of existing terrazzo flooring

At Columbus Airport, this method provided a durable, attractive result while keeping the facility operational.

Terrazzo Flooring for Airports and Commercial Facilities

Terrazzo remains one of the most popular flooring choices for airports due to its durability, sustainability, and long-term value. Proper maintenance and periodic restoration are key to preserving its appearance and performance.

If your facility has dull, worn, or damaged terrazzo, terrazzo restoration services can dramatically improve the floor without replacement.

Need Terrazzo Restoration in Indiana or the Midwest?

Our team specializes in terrazzo restoration, terrazzo repair, and terrazzo polishing for airports, commercial buildings, and public facilities across Indiana and the Midwest. Whether you need a partial repair or a full restoration program, we tailor solutions to your flooring and budget.

To learn more about our terrazzo restoration services, visit our website or call 1-800-768-6986 to speak directly with our team.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

Ron Farrand

Carmel Clay Schools

I wanted to thank you for your work at our Carmel Elementary School and Smoky Row Elementary School the past two summers. We have been very pleased with the results of your restoration work. The work in the restrooms for the ceramic tile floors significantly improved the appearance of these older floors. I am confident that our school users and patrons find the restrooms much more presentable and their confidence in the cleanliness is dramatically improved.

Bobby Moore

Bexley City Schools

I would like to first thank you and your team for the outstanding work on our restrooms in the Bexley City School District. We have utilized your companies outstanding service since 2016 when the company was called SaniGLAZE. Our floors were once badly sealed and the presentation was not to be desired, to now the cleanest, sealed, and maintained restroom floors in the region. I would also like to say that I would certainly recommend your flooring restoration services without hesitation! I would be remissed if I didn’t mention your employee Luis for his professionalism and his dedication to getting the job done right!

Sean Maloy

Colliers

We greatly appreciate the work that Midwest Floor Restore did at Crosspoint Plaza One in Fishers. Your SaniGLAZE product allowed us to refresh our second, third, and fourth floor common restrooms without completely replacing the floor and wall tile and breaking the bank! The updated look promotes cleanliness, and our tenants are certainly happy.

The process is quick and simple and offers tons of value if you have a project with a minimal budget. I’ve since recommended the product at other facilities and will continue to do so!

Ben Clore

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

We are very pleased with the results of the SaniGLAZE Process compared with that of entirely replacing wall and floor tile. This team and their product were effective at refinishing our tile and eliminating years of iron buildup. We are very pleased with the process that the local team has followed with ensuring customer satisfaction.

Brittany Ahlbrand

JLL

The team at Midwest Floor Restore and the SaniGLAZE Process has saved our owners thousands of dollars. We are able to update the look and cleanliness of the restrooms without having to fully replace the tile. It is a win-win for everyone and such a great process.

Dustin Hill

VA Health Care

To whom it may concern: I’d like to take a moment to personally recommend and thank the team at Midwest Floor Restoration for their quality of work and exceptional customer service over the last few years. Even during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gabriel Sachs and his team were quick to propose. schedule. and complete several projects at the Main Medical Center Campus (VAMC) and the Ft. Thomas. Kentucky Domiciliary (VAMC / DOM). These projects included but weren’t limited to restroom and tile restoration in (6) Ft. Thomas resident and staff areas. a complete floor sanding and cleaning in the Pulmonary & Renal Clinic. Terrazzo sanding and restoration throughout the Main Hospital’s | floor Directors / Hemodialysis areas. and a dillicult floor stripping / resealing of our Veterans Canteen service VCS) calcteria and seating areas. The VCS project was difficult. due to years of mismatched sealers / waxes being applied without the proper guidance. I would gladly recommend Midwest for any restoration / cleaning project you’re considering and will personally stand behind their work.