BRIGHTON ROCKS

This stunning terrazzo floor – formulated from cast asphalt to create this unique style and finish – was installed at the new Patterns nightclub on Marine Parade, Brighton.

Approximately 200 square meters of Merazzo flooring was installed inside the club and extended to the hard surfaces and ramps immediately outside by leading contractor Bell Asphalt.

Merazzo cast iron asphalt floors can be installed in a wide variety of colors and finishes. For the job at Patterns, run by Andy Maddocks of bar and events operator Mothership Group, architect Andrew Haythornthwaite specified a specific grade of stone grinding to produce a bespoke finish – now called ‘Brighton Rock’.

Merazzo decorative floors and tiles, exclusive to Bell Asphalt, have all the durability and distinctive look of a traditional terrazzo floor at a very affordable price. Non-slip, seamless and available in a wide range of colors and finishes, Merazzo is one of the most versatile floors available on the market today.

The floor consists of a traditional cast asphalt base with a modern surface treatment, which can be specified in one of five distinctive colors, black, red, grey, beige or brown. The Merazzo effect is completed by a selection of crushed stone, also available in a wide range of different colors, which are mixed with asphalt before laying.

Merazzo is a decorative floor, which means it can easily be used in shopping centers, schools, or hospitals, offering years of trouble-free operation. Because it is seamless, it is easy to maintain and keep clean, and if damaged, is easily repaired at minimal cost.

Its high strength and durability mean that Merazzo is equally suitable for outdoor roads, car parks and pavements.