NuvoGrain

A contemporary terrazzo-inspired surface system with limitless design freedom.

NuvoGrain is Nuvokrete’s advanced decorative grain micro-aggregate system, engineered to recreate the depth, character, and expressive detail of terrazzo — without the weight, installation time, or structural constraints of traditional stone.

Developed for modern interiors, NuvoGrain blends resin-based performance, mineral grains, and precision blending technology to form a seamless, ultra-thin surface with the visual richness of natural stone. It is the ideal solution for designers seeking the handcrafted appeal of terrazzo in a form that is practical, versatile, and suitable for almost any substrate.

NuvoGrain delivers a consistent, elegant aesthetic that can be refined, bold, or completely customised. Whether used across wide flooring areas or crafted into feature elements, the system offers full creative control over colour, grain type, density, and overall expression.

Why Choose NuvoGrain

Designer-led aesthetics: Achieve anything from subtle speckling to expressive terrazzo-style patterns.
Seamless finishes: No joints, grout lines, or panel breaks — just continuous visual flow.
Lightweight & ultra-thin system: Perfect for areas where stone or poured terrazzo is too heavy or impractical.
Commercial Advantage: A perfect and cost-efficient solution to obtain terrazzo aesthetics with a significant cost saving in comparison to regular cementitious or resin-based terrazzo (approx. +30% cost saving)
Versatile applications: Floors, walls, counters, furniture, joinery, and sculptural elements.
High durability: Strong resistance to abrasion, marking, and daily wear.
Fast installation: Significantly quicker and less complex than traditional terrazzo production and polishing.
Interior flexibility: Suitable for residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality projects.
Customisable grain blends: Select from multiple grain profiles or develop a fully bespoke mix to fit your project’s palette.

Where NuvoGrain Excels

  • Boutique retail spaces and cafés seeking a modern terrazzo identity
  • Residential floors and walls with a luxury, stone-like feel
  • Feature elements: kitchen islands, reception desks, stairs, shelving, furniture
  • Hospitality and commercial projects that require fast turnaround and long-term performance
  • Joinery and creative installations where traditional terrazzo cannot be used

A Modern Approach to Terrazzo

Terrazzo has lasted generations because of its charm, texture, and timeless appeal — but its traditional form can be heavy, costly, and limited to specific substrates. NuvoGrain reimagines the concept, offering the same expressive beauty in a resin-rich system that is:

Lighter
Faster to install
More versatile
Fully customisable
Seamless and design-forward

It brings a handcrafted aesthetic into the modern age, empowering designers to shape complex surfaces with a consistency and freedom that true stone simply cannot match.

System Buildup

PropertyTest StandardResult
Product Type Epoxy-based Microcement Two-Component (A+B)
AppearancePart A – Pigmented Paste / Part B – Clear Liquid
Pot Life @ 25°C Approx. 60 minutes
Compressive Strength (28 days) EN 13892-2 ≥ 50 N/mm²
Adhesion to Concrete EN 1542 ≥ 2.0 N/mm²
Abrasion Resistance EN 13892-4 ≤ 200 mm³
Modulus of Elasticity ISO 178≤ 1,200 MPa
Water Absorption ISO 2812-1Zero Penetration
Density (mixed) Approx. 1.45 g/cm³
VOC Content < 80 g/L (very low)
Shelf Life 12 months (unopened containers)