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Terrazzo & Screed Floor Finishing

Lay and polish terrazzo and screed floor finishes for homes, offices, and commercial spaces. A traditional finishing trade still in strong demand for durable floors.

Monthly Potential
₦15k–₦150k
Difficulty
Advanced
Capital Needed
₦40,000
Income Period
Per Job
🧠 Skills You'll Need
Skilled Trade High Demand Project-Based
📍 Works Best In
Lagos Abuja Port Harcourt Nationwide
🚀 How to Get Started
  1. 1
    Apprentice with a terrazzo layer for 3–6 months
  2. 2
    Buy or rent polishing machines and mixing tools
  3. 3
    Build a portfolio of completed floor finishes
  4. 4
    Charge per square meter based on floor type and finish
  5. 5
    Offer floor restoration and re-polishing as a repeat service
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💰 Ways to Fund This
SMEDAN Programmes (free registration, training, grant windows)
₦0–₦3,000,000
Government Fund
Nigerian-owned micro or small business. Free CAC business name registration via the CAC-SMEDAN partnership is a common entry point.
📊 Varies by scheme — many components are free or grant-based; some link to subsidized loans.
Cooperative Society Loan
₦5,000–₦500,000
Cooperative
Membership in a registered cooperative society (workplace, community, or trade-based).
📊 Typically the lowest-cost option available — often single-digit or interest-free among trusted members.
⚠️ Informational only — not financial advice. Confirm current terms directly with each provider before applying, and borrow only what you can repay.
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