Decorative plaster Materia Viva

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Brief description
Materia Viva is a mineral textured plaster based on lime that reinterprets natural materials typical of Italian and Mediterranean architectural heritage with an innovative, sustainable approach. It is a range of effects obtained from a single powdered base mixed with recycled natural aggregates, aligned with circular economy principles.

Application and destination
Mineral wall coating in powder form for interior and exterior use, to be mixed with natural components.

Effects / Available variants

• Cocciopesto — modern interpretation of traditional cocciopesto plaster (textured, material surface).
• Conchiglia — shell fragments for a structured surface with luminous and pearlescent inserts.
• Pomice — volcanic-origin effect recalling traditional mortars and finishes.
• Sughero — compact appearance with a soft touch, resembling natural fiber textiles.
• Canapa — selected vegetable fibres for an authentic, textured, natural look.
• Mosaico — combines stone aggregates and polychrome fragments for luminous, sophisticated decorative surfaces.

Product code and identification
Listed in the catalogue under code N745 (colour/texture variations identified by suffixes, e.g. cocciopesto, conchiglia, pomice, sughero).

Media / Video
Dedicated campaign video for the product (official product video embedded in the product page).

Characteristics / Technical specifications

• Type: mineral textured plaster / powder wall coating.
• Binder: lime-based.
• Components: single powdered base mixed with aggregates (cocciopesto, conchiglia, pomice, sughero, hemp fibres, stone fragments for the mosaico version).
• Destination: interior and exterior.
• Indicative yield: 2-4 kg/m² (varies with finish and applied thickness).
• Format: powdered base to be mixed (formulation for application as decorative coating).
• Product category: Minerals.
• Documentation available: brochure and technical data sheet in PDF.