{"product_id":"tadelakt","title":"Tadelakt","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eTadelakt by Pisa Alta Decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional lime-based decorative plaster designed to create continuous mineral finishes with natural depth, movement and character. Inspired by classic Moroccan-style Tadelakt, it is made from natural hydraulic lime, marble sands and marble dust, producing a breathable, durable and highly decorative surface for both interior and exterior applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eFino\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e grades, Pisa Tadelakt gives applicators control over the final texture and level of refinement. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eTadelakt Fino\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for smoother, finer finishes, while \u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eTadelakt Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a more pronounced mineral texture with a classic trowelled appearance. Supplied in its natural pale beige colour, it can be mixed with compatible water-based toners to achieve the desired shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eWhy Choose Pisa Tadelakt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eTraditional Lime-Based Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made with natural hydraulic lime and marble sands to create an authentic continuous mineral coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eFino \u0026amp; Medium Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose Fino for smoother, thinner coats or Medium for a more textured, traditional Tadelakt finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Exterior Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for indoor and outdoor decorative plaster applications when applied to correctly prepared substrates and protected where required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eNaturally Breathable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its mineral composition allows the surface to remain vapour permeable, making it ideal for traditional and contemporary lime-based finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eTintable Natural Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied in a natural pale beige powder and mixable with compatible water-based toners to create bespoke colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eExcellent Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers high resistance to rubbing and wear once fully cured, with progressive hardening over time through carbonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-component powdered mineral decorative plaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e NHL natural hydraulic lime, marble sands and marble dust, with small amounts of organic additives to support adhesion on modern substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interior and exterior decorative wall finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural pale beige, supplied without added colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eTinting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colours are obtained by mixing with Pisa Dyes\/Toners or compatible water-based toners. For exterior applications, only use dyes or toners suitable for outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2840\"\u003eAvailable Grades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fino and Medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003eGrain Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fino up to 0.35mm; Medium up to 0.5mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"3026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matt to high gloss, depending on the level of trowel polishing, compacting and finishing technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3028\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3028\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003eApplication Tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless-steel trowel, brush, spraying equipment and roller for first coats on larger projects where suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eMixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add water first, then toner if required, followed by the Tadelakt powder. Mix mechanically until fully homogenised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003eWater Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fino: 11kg with approximately 4.8–5L of water. Medium: 15kg with approximately 6–6.2L of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3426\"\u003eMix Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 days once mixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3461\" data-end=\"3492\"\u003eMaximum Thickness Per Coat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fino: 1mm. Medium: 1.5–1.7mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3625\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eInterval Between Coats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fino: 14–16 hours. Medium: 16–18 hours at 20°C and 55% relative humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3643\"\u003eDrying Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 48 hours until completely dry at 20°C and 55–65% relative humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3746\"\u003eFull Hardening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continues to harden by carbonation, reaching considerable hardness after approximately 30 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3844\" data-end=\"3926\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3844\" data-end=\"3868\"\u003eWorking Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7°C to 32°C for both surface and surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"4156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"3954\"\u003eSubstrate Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surfaces must be dry, firm, well-adhered and free from salts, mould, algae, grease, soot, dust and other contaminants. Suitable primer or preparation products should be used depending on the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4158\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4158\" data-end=\"4182\"\u003eSuitable Substrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cement, lime and mixed plasters, plasterboard, water-resistant plasterboard, projected plaster, perlite plaster, suitable mortars, Wedi panels, selected painted surfaces and suitable prepared wood-based boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4395\" data-end=\"4730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4395\" data-end=\"4410\"\u003eProtection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tadelakt is hard but absorbent, so a suitable protective system is recommended in areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, passageways and façades. Pisa lists compatible protective options including Tadelakt Wax Soap, Marmorino Wax, Stucco Wax and single-component water-based varnishes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4732\" data-end=\"4748\"\u003eWashability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent after 28 days, but protective treatment is required to prevent absorption and staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4848\" data-end=\"4955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4848\" data-end=\"4861\"\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fino approximately 1.6–1.8kg\/m² in two coats. 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