LIME
The mineral: river limestones
The mineral used is river limestone, washed and cleaned by the same
element in which can be found in nature, the water.
It is essentially made up of calcium carbonate, rich with magnesium
carbonate.
The presence of magnesium in the mineral may require longer production
time, but it imparts a much higher tenacity and abrasion resistance
to the final applied decorative finish. An important feature especially
for exterior plasters and exterior Venetian stuccos.
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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