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The cement base is tinted white—not a glaring pure white, but closer to the plain white of paper or lime. Embedded within are red and gray natural marble chips, each between one and three centimeters, scattered evenly across the surface.

These chips are crushed and screened directly from stone, not machine-tumbled, so each retains a raw, natural character—some edges are thick and blunt, others split as sharp as knives, with the original marble veining still visible. The red chips range from brick red to dark red, while the gray ones lean cool, like the color of wet cement. Interspersed within the white base, they look from afar like splashes of cinnabar and ink gray on a plain canvas; up close, each stone stands independently, unfused to its neighbors. Cement paste fills all gaps; after grinding and polishing, the slab is like a compressed stone biscuit, flat and free of depressions, solid underfoot.

As an inorganic terrazzo, it relies on cement hardening to bind the aggregate. The slab is dense, noticeably heavier than resin-based boards in the hand. The hardness is sufficient, with good compression and wear resistance, suitable for living rooms, corridors, and shopping malls. However, cement is naturally porous. Crystallization sealing is mandatory after installation to block the surface capillaries; otherwise tea or oil stains will penetrate and leave permanent marks. Waxing every few months follows, and daily cleaning requires only a damp mop.

The palette of a white base with red and gray chips is clean yet slightly rugged. At home, it works for living room and dining room floors, brightening the space. In commercial settings—cafés, showrooms, retail stores, and studios—it reads modern and handcrafted. Large slabs are cut to size, minimizing joints, and are ready for use after proper maintenance.

In plain terms, this is a cement-based terrazzo with a white base and red and gray natural stone chips. The surface is flat, the texture is hard, and it looks plain yet carries substance—provided that post-installation sealing and maintenance are not neglected.