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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10/14/2025
How the admixtures industry can assist in low carbon concrete production
The admixtures play a key role in reducing the embodied carbon content of concrete through innovative products such as Low Carbon Concrete Admixtures (LCCA). These formulations optimise hydration, enabling lower cement content or higher dosage of…
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10/7/2025
Designing durable concrete with macro-synthetic fibers: a software-based method
The integration of macro-synthetic fibre-reinforced concrete (MSFRC) into structural applications is gaining momentum due to its advantages in durability, constructability and sustainability. Carles Cots introduces a design methodology supported by…
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7/29/2025
Mapecube 2: an admixture to reduce the environmental impact of pre-cast concrete
Prefabbricati Moioli, one of the main manufacturers of precast pre-stressed reinforced concrete elements in Northern Italy, has adopted Mapecube 2 admixture to improve the performance of its products and reduce the environmental impact of its…
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7/12/2019
Mapei World Paris, a place of excellence in the heart of Paris
Mapei World Paris opened last March, just 10 minutes’ walk from the Georges Pompidou Centre.
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7/9/2019
Colours for your project
Interview with Paolo Sala, Product Manager for the Wall Coatings Line, Mapei SpA.
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6/6/2019
The correct distribution of adhesive and the double-buttering technique
The importance of correct wetting, particularly for large format tiles, is discussed in detail with our Technical Services Department.
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6/3/2019
Terraces and balconies
The correct methods and products: an expert opinion from Mapei Technical Services.
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4/15/2019
Substrates for resilient materials
Strong, dry and flat: the main features you should focus on.
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Concrete & sustainability
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2/25/2019
Re-Con Zero Evo: how concrete becomes sustainable
Insight on returned concrete: from waste to resource thanks to RE-CON ZERO EVO by Mapei.
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2/5/2019
Mapeshield anodes for galvanic cathodic protection
The simple concept of joining two different metals is the inspiration behind the galvanic cathodic protection technique, helping to solve problems caused by corrosion in concrete members. Mapei proposes special anodes that ensure a constant yield…
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2/5/2019
No more corrosion with galvanic anodes
What are the most common causes of corrosion in reinforced concrete structures and what can be done to stop or prevent it? Hadi Beirami explains to us how carbonation and chlorides are the two most frequent aggressive agents behind this degenerative…
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1/2/2019
Thermal insulation and energy-efficiency
A proper thermal insulation system reduces energy consumption and costs. Questions and answers for our Technical Services Department.
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11/21/2018
Installation of stone materials
Three common problems: water absorption, dimensional stability and the choice of the installation system. Let's find out more with our experts.
The expert's opinion
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7/23/2018
Paints & varnishes - Dispelling the myths
Paints and varnishes, just like many other chemical products in general, are often the subject of alarmist messages claiming they are the cause of environmental pollution and illnesses, leading us to fear for our own health and safety and of those…
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6/18/2018
Solve the problem of holes? Yes, we can.
With this article we would like to answer three technical questions on the subject of road surfaces. We have asked our experts of the Technical Services Department.
