The expert's opinion
Mapei experts look at technical issues: here you will find in-depth information, questions & answers, and advice about making your work more effective.
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The expert's opinion
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11/7/2025
The future of concrete is low carbon
Professor Luigi Coppola discusses the international regulatory shift towards environmental classification of concrete based on its carbon footprint. The revision of the European standard EN 206 and the introduction of UNI 11104:2025 in Italy mark a…
The expert's opinion
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10/31/2025
From Rocks to Rheology
In the past three decades, the construction industry has seen a clear shift from depleting resources of natural sand to replacing them with manufactured or recycled aggregates. Fine aggregate, i.e. sand, has a major impact on the behaviour of the…
The expert's opinion
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10/20/2025
A roof above our heads: the importance of a good design
Carlo Luisi, Commercial Director at Polyglass SpA, explores the evolving role of roofing in modern construction, emphasizing its impact on technical, environmental, and regulatory levels. He highlights the growing importance of design quality and…
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Restoration of modern architecture
The expert's opinion
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5/18/2022
Knowledge and awareness: the foundations of restoration work
The premise to safeguarding contemporary architecture is a thorough survey of the building from a historic, materic and construction perspective: Mapei’s proposal
The expert's opinion
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3/23/2022
Elastic sealants: a solution for every problem
Strong points and areas of use of the several product ranges.
The expert's opinion
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1/25/2022
Using uncoupling membranes when installing ceramic and stone
An effective solution for renovation work and new builds in the civil and industrial building sectors.
The expert's opinion
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12/27/2021
From tradition to sustainable innovation: using lime to dehumidify with one single product
With the new Mape-Antique NHL ECO range, Mapei offers the right solutions for eco-sustainable building.
The expert's opinion
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12/21/2021
Maxi infrastructure plan in the Arab Emirates’ future
Hassan Bouhadi, General Manager of Mapei Construction Chemicals LLC, shares his views with us.
The expert's opinion
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10/21/2021
Mapei Sport: competing again after an injury
The Mapei Sport Research Centre has opened its new "training department", a service for optimising physical preparation and re-athletisation.
The expert's opinion
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7/30/2021
Creative use of coatings for new spaces dedicated to sport and sociability.
Creative use of coatings for new spaces dedicated to sport and sociability.
The expert's opinion
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7/12/2021
CRM Technology Systems
Innovative systems for the structural strengthening of existing buildings.
The expert's opinion
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5/26/2021
Exposed-aggregate decorative paving
Mapei Color Paving® for modern concrete paving.
The expert's opinion
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5/25/2021
Natural radioactivity: Radon
Origin, risks and prevention: a talk with Giancarlo Ciotoli, Research Scientist at the Italian National Research Commission, Institute of Environmental Geology and Geo-Engineering.
The expert's opinion
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3/24/2021
The new Planitop Intonaco Armato technology
Following the earthquake that hit the area, this primary school in Petriolo (Province of Macerata, Italy) underwent seismic and energy efficiency upgrading work.
The expert's opinion
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3/23/2021
Strengthening and seismic upgrading work for Villa Alba
Strengthening and seismic upgrading work for a private villa in Northern Italy.
