how ceramic tile was made: Ah Italy... innovation for housing by observing and using nature! by Florida Custom Home Architect John Henry
- 11/08/18 09:56 AM
The beautiful ochre and stone houses that dot the Italian countryside sit by themselves on acres of green fertile fields and cypress trees. The same building techniques are used for houses in the towns and villages. Thick stone walls hold up wood beamed roofs and ceilings. Stucco is the favorite material for the exterior finish. And ceramic tile graces the roofs. First question: Do you know why the roofs are multicolored and rarely even hued unless brand new? Why are the tiles curved so deeply? How were they made? Second question: How is it that the stucco seems to last forever and retains the … (36 comments)
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The beautiful ochre and stone houses that dot the Italian countryside sit by themselves on acres of green fertile fields and cypress trees. The same building techniques are used for houses in the towns and villages. Thick stone walls hold up wood beamed roofs and ceilings. Stucco is the favorite material for the exterior finish. And ceramic tile graces the roofs.
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