Starting from the pioneer application of the Church “Dives in Misericordia” in Rome, where a new type of cement – developed by the Technical Centre of Italcementi – was used with the aim of providing an innovative property (maintenance of white colour over a long period of time), it can be said that these materials are now a valid solution that is frequently chosen by architects, designers and stakeholders for the achievement of structures, buildings and large works that are environmentally friendly and distinctive in terms of quality and durability.
Author: Gian Luca Guerrini – CTG Italcementi Group, Italy
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