The Tadelakt (Arabic: smooth, smooth) is a technique that enables the creation of plastering finishes of great value and effect.
native of Marrakech, is accomplished with a special lime kilns produced in old wood and natural pigments.
ancient times was used to ensure the sealing of water supplies, before becoming the material of the traditional Hammam and baths in palaces in Riyadh and Medina.
He was considered "the marble of the poor" because savings are made by coating a pleasant tones with characteristics similar to those marble.
The color is included in the mass to create a deep color and finish.
can be applied without interruption for covering walls, showers, bathtubs, plumbing and swimming pools.
It is ideal for wet environments because it is waterproof and breathable at the same time, also its very high PH guarantees protection from mold and fungi.
A wonderful variation of tadelakt is working devoré that is to consistently create the finished product and dried roses, ribbons, decorations and shapes.
How is
The installation is a delicate operation that requires patience, however great dexterity and years of experience.Lime should be applied as a plaster in two or more layers of "green on green" to rough bottom and towels soaked with water.
then be worked with two special polished river stones, the first, more rough, hard limestone, is designed to shrink and close any surface imperfections.
The second stone, granite, used to smooth and polish.
The day after application, the lime still damp, apply black soap made from palm oil and pass the second stone.
The area thus processed is of great aesthetic effect, waterproof and looking slightly wavy e brillante, molto simile allo stucco veneziano.
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