This is how the Grassello di calce is made,
that Grassello that will be used in the production of rialto
lime finishes.
We start from stone and go back again to the state of stone after a
series of events that will transform it, separate some elements and
eventually recreate its natural mineral essence, without affecting its
naturalness, durability, and vapor permeability.
From stone back to stone
A material from the past
The mineral: river limestone
The furnace
- Production
- Fuel
- Firing
The lime cycle
- Slaking
- Seasoning
Formulation and production
Finishes application
Preservation of the architectural
heritage
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