Strength – Function – Beauty
A hallmark of Roman architecture during the renaissance. Roman Architect Vitruvius highlighted this concept in the first century. He built upon the ancient Greeks’ emphasis of harmony in a structure. His work continues to be studied to this day.
“Plaster must be made of lime and sand, and be applied in such a manner that it adheres well to the wall and provides a smooth finish”
– Vitruvius circa 15 BCE “De Achitecura”
Venetian Plaster
Venetian Plaster shares similar components but is characterized by its finer finish, allowing for transparency between layers. This refinement yields a brilliant polish achieved through high compression with a hard stone or steel trowel.
Tadelakt
Tadelakt is a completely natural and eco-friendly finish known for its water resistance and durability.
Microcement
Microcement comprises a blend of natural ingredients combined with acrylic and latex resulting in a finish that resembles natural plaster.
Choosing colors for Tadelakt and Microcement
Traditional and modern colors can be found with one of our vendors, Earth Pigments. These are non-toxic pigments, French minerals, oxides and ochers. We also custom blend colors and provide samples for sold jobs.
I would highly recommend Ace Tile and Tadelakt Co to anyone looking for tile work. Everything about their business is extremely professional, from the quotation process to the work itself. We recently had them install a tile shower and bathroom floor in our master bathroom. Frank arrived on time every day, left his work area clean, and had great communication with us throughout the entire process. We couldn’t be happier with the end result and will definitely be using them again for future remodels.