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Terrazzo Restoration Works – The Factory Project, Royal Docks, East London
Project Overview
MGS Restoration Ltd were proud to undertake more than 500m² of terrazzo restoration works at The Factory, a major creative workspace and events venue located within the Royal Docks area of East London.
Originally a derelict industrial site formerly owned by Tate & Lyle Sugars, the building has been transformed by Projekt into a thriving creative hub designed to support London’s artistic and cultural industries.
Spanning approximately 9,000 square metres across a 5.2-acre site, The Factory now provides workspace for more than 40 large-scale creative businesses, including set designers, photography studios, furniture makers, and music producers. The site also supports film and television productions, photography shoots, and event-based creative work.
As part of the wider redevelopment and restoration programme, MGS Restoration Ltd were commissioned to restore all terrazzo elements throughout the property, helping preserve the building’s industrial character while preparing it for modern use.
Project Details
Location: The Factory, Royal Docks, East London
Service: Terrazzo Restoration and Refinishing
Materials: Cement-Based Terrazzo
Surface Area: Over 500m²
Building Type: Creative Workspace and Event Venue
Project Type: Industrial Building Redevelopment
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The Challenge
The Factory site had previously stood derelict for many years, and the terrazzo surfaces throughout the building had suffered from significant wear, contamination, and deterioration.
The project involved restoring terrazzo across a variety of environments, including:
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Three staircases
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Internal floor areas
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External walkways
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Sections of terrazzo wall cladding
Because the building was being transformed into a high-use creative workspace, all terrazzo surfaces needed to achieve a clean and durable finish while retaining the industrial and historic character of the original materials.
The variety of surfaces and exposure conditions across the site also required careful planning and specialist restoration techniques to ensure a consistent finish throughout the property.
The Restoration Process
Terrazzo Surface Preparation
Each terrazzo surface was carefully assessed prior to restoration. Areas affected by heavy wear, contamination, and surface inconsistencies were prepared for refinishing using specialist terrazzo restoration methods.
Particular attention was given to preserving the original character and aggregate composition of the terrazzo surfaces throughout the building.
Diamond Refinishing of Terrazzo
MGS Restoration carried out full diamond refinishing across all terrazzo surfaces included within the project scope.
This process removed years of embedded dirt, old surface coatings, and wear while refining the terrazzo to create a clean and uniform finish.
By progressively refining the surface using professional diamond abrasives, our team restored clarity, tone, and consistency across the staircases, floor areas, walkways, and wall cladding.
Staircase Restoration
All three terrazzo staircases within the building were fully restored as part of the works.
The stair surfaces were carefully refinished to remove wear and staining while maintaining the original terrazzo detailing and architectural character.
External Walkway Restoration
The external terrazzo walkways required specialist treatment due to environmental exposure and long-term weathering.
Our team restored the surfaces using appropriate refinishing techniques before applying protective sealing treatments to improve long-term durability and resistance to moisture and contamination.
Wall Cladding Restoration
Sections of terrazzo wall cladding throughout the building were also restored and refinished to complement the newly restored floor surfaces.
This ensured visual continuity across the building while preserving the original industrial aesthetic of the site.
Protective Sealing
Once refinishing works were complete, all terrazzo surfaces were professionally sealed to improve durability and protect the restored surfaces from future wear.
The sealing treatment also enhances the long-term maintainability of the terrazzo throughout this busy creative environment.
Materials and Techniques Used
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Diamond terrazzo refinishing systems
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Cement-based terrazzo restoration
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Terrazzo staircase restoration
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External terrazzo restoration techniques
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Wall cladding refinishing
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Professional stone sealing systems
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Heritage and industrial restoration methods
The Results
The completed restoration successfully revitalised more than 500m² of terrazzo surfaces throughout The Factory development.
The restored staircases, walkways, flooring, and wall cladding now provide a clean, durable, and visually striking finish while preserving the building’s industrial heritage and original character.
The terrazzo restoration forms an important part of the wider transformation of the site into a vibrant creative hub supporting London’s artistic and cultural industries.
This project demonstrates how specialist restoration techniques can breathe new life into historic industrial buildings while adapting them for modern commercial and creative use.
Industrial Terrazzo Restoration in East London
The Factory project highlights the role that specialist terrazzo restoration can play in preserving industrial architecture while supporting regeneration and creative redevelopment projects.
By restoring the original terrazzo surfaces throughout the building, MGS Restoration Ltd helped retain the historic identity of the site while contributing to the creation of a major new creative workspace within the Royal Docks area.
Contact MGS Restoration
If your property requires professional terrazzo restoration or specialist stone refinishing works, our experienced team can help.
MGS Restoration Ltd provides specialist terrazzo and stone restoration services across London, working within commercial buildings, industrial developments, heritage properties, theatres, and public spaces.
Contact us today to discuss your project or arrange a consultation.
Address
MGS Restoration ltd
167-169 Great Portland Street,
5th Floor,
London,
W1W 5PF
Phone
020 3005 2873
