Different Types of Terrazzo Tiles: Which Best Suits Your Style?

Wanting to move past restrained neutrals? Terrazzo tiles allow you to embrace their rich, speckled aesthetic and natural-looking style, helping you break away from more typical and common flooring and cladding choices. But with so many variations in colour, texture and composite size, each allowing you to craft a different design, how do you choose between the different types of terrazzo?

Whether you’re leaning into a contemporary, industrial space, mid-century design or recreating a rustic Italian villa, here’s how you can achieve the perfect tile terrazzo flooring you’ll feel inspired by for years to come.

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1. Colourful Terrazzo 

Colour tones play a key role in how terrazzo floor tiles influence the overall look and atmosphere of a space. By aligning the tile’s base tones and fleck variations with your furniture, décor, and broader colour scheme, you can create an interior that feels cohesive and well-balanced. The best part? Thanks to its varied facade, it stands the test of time, allowing it to continue to complement your interior even when you change your wall colour or switch out accent pieces.

How to choose your terrazzo tile’s colour:

1. Keep it subtle for a timeless appeal

For those drawn to a more classic or minimalist look, opt for a terrazzo tile with neutral bases — think soft greys, off-whites and beiges paired with tonal or lightly contrasting fragments. While adding subtle depth to your flooring solutions, it’s particularly ideal for open-plan living and hallways where continuity matters.

2. Introducing colour through flecks

If you’re hesitant to commit to vibrant flooring, choose terrazzo-look tiles where the composite fragments add pops of colour without overwhelming your space. This approach offers one of the best ways to install terrazzo tiles in bathrooms and kitchens, where a pop of colour can elevate otherwise restrained palettes.

3. Leave bold bases for high-impact zones

For high-traffic or statement areas like your entryways and powder rooms, don’t shy away from dark or saturated base colours. Charcoal, navy, or deep green with high-contrast flecks creates a strong visual anchor, lending a touch of drama to your design.

Colourful terrazzo tiles to add to your design board

Always dreamed of implementing terrazzo tiles into your home but also want to add a splash of colour? We have the solution for you. Our ‘Terrazzo Beige’ adds that splash of colour whilst maintaining a neutral feel. Using a product like this will eliminate the chances of overpowering a space if paired with a subtle mosaic or tile.

If you’re a little brave and want to add an extra oomph to your home, our Ceppo Artisctico Matt 600×1200 has many contrasting shades. Perfect for creating statement spaces that pop when paired with light coloured accents and soft furnishings for dramatic flair.

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2. Subtle Terrazzo 

Looking to follow the current trends but aren’t a fan of how busy terrazzo can be? We’ve got you covered! If your aesthetic leans towards understated and pared-back designs, it’s best to stick to any type of terrazzo tile with low contrast colour finishes and smaller aggregate fragments. It will still allow you to benefit from its textured look without overwhelming your interiors.

Here’s how you can achieve a striking finish while keeping elements balanced:

• Opt for large-format terrazzo tiles: Large-format tiles feature a broader surface that reduces the number of joints and grout lines, which can disrupt the continuity of your flooring. By choosing oversized terrazzo tiles, you create a more seamless look that feels cleaner and less visually busy.

• Choose a terrazzo tile with fewer fragments: If you take a less-is-more approach with your interior design, opting for a style where there is more space between the aggregate and allows the base colour to shine through can help you find the ideal balance of texture and definition.

Get the look with these subtle terrazzo tiles 

While some types of terrazzo can be quite bold in style, at Elegance Tiles, our expansive range offers many different variations to suit all projects. Our ‘Constellation Bianco Max’ features a light colour finish and small particulate inclusions that are perfect for brightening your space without competing with other elements in your room.

If you prefer a pared-back design that still taps into terrazzo trends, our ‘Antique Terrazzo’ is one of our personal favs. Its light wash of colour and balanced mix of aggregate make it the ideal terrazzo tile for bathrooms and open-plan spaces.

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3. Chunky Terrazzo 

Terrazzo tile flooring featuring large, chunky fragments is ideal for creating bold, expressive surfaces that serve as a focal point in any space. With more dramatic, high-contrast faces, you’re better able to experiment with texture, scale and definition in your interior design and tap into terrazzo trends.

How to integrate chunky terrazzo tile flooring

• Use it selectively to create focal points: Chunky terrazzo works exceptionally well in areas where you want to make a strong impression, often it’s an entryway, powder room, kitchen splashback or commercial setting. The exaggerated scale of the fragments draws the eye to where you want to focus attention, and segmenting areas you want to dedicate to particular uses, such as a reading nook, a recess for armchairs or to exaggerate the threshold of a doorway.

• Commit to colour and size: If you’re going to go big, go big — this isn’t the time to hold back. Look for terrazzo-look tiles with high-contrast colours and a high volume of large fragments to achieve the full effect of terrazzo trends.

Add these chunky terrazzo tiles to your shopping list

If you’re drawn to bolder patterns with a bit more character, Le Ville Terrazzo Pisani 600×600 delivers just that. Featuring large, multi-coloured aggregate pieces set against a soft grey base, it brings a rich, organic texture that’s perfect for statement floors or feature walls in open-plan living areas.

For a look that bridges industrial minimalism with natural warmth, the Lombarda Viva Argento 600×600 offers a contemporary take on traditional styling. With subtle variations in tone and a scattered, fine-grained surface, it’s the perfect terrazzo tile for kitchens, bathrooms, and areas that feature architectural features.

Prefer something clean yet grounded? Our Pietra Lombarda Off White Matt 600×600 leans into terrazzo’s natural heritage with a neutral, stone-inspired finish and delicate flecking. It’s ideal for those who want a timeless, easy-to-style facade that works seamlessly across floor and wall applications.

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Find terrazzo-look tile at Elegance Tiles today 

From subtle fragments with soft tones to bold, oversized aggregates, terrazzo tiles give you the freedom to express your personal style while delivering durability and timeless appeal. Whether you’re renovating a bathroom, transforming your kitchen, or designing a statement entrance, there’s a terrazzo tile to match your vision.

With an expansive collection, you can find terrazzo tiles to suit all design schemes at Elegance Tiles. Sourced from the leading suppliers in Italy, Brazil and the UAE, you can tap into the latest trends while maintaining an enduring design. Shop the entire range online today or visit your closest showroom to see them in person — elegant design never waits!