Interviews
People from the industry talk about projects, good practices and... how our products have made a difference on building sites.
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10/23/2025
Mapescreed: the technology revolutionising the screed market
Thomas Gessaroli, Mapei’s Product Manager for Admixtures for screeds, explains how the Mapescreed range meets the challenges posed by modern-day construction sites, by providing advanced solutions for the construction of screeds and lightweight…
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10/9/2025
Concrete in transition: Advanced admixtures from Mapei’s RE-CON Line drive sustainability in Portugal
The Portuguese ready-mix concrete market is evolving toward more sustainable and technically demanding solutions. In this interview, Arnaldo Sousa and Pedro Sousa, line specialists for concrete admixtures at Mapei Portugal, share insights on how…
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Workspaces
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9/16/2025
Where resistance meets versatility
In this interview, Piercarlo Rocca, Corporate Director for Cementitious and Resin Flooring at Mapei, highlights how cementitious and resin flooring solutions address the needs of modern offices. These systems combine durability, versatility and…
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7/4/2024
Concrete must improve its environmental performance to maintain its leadership
Drawing on his 28-year long experience in the concrete industry, Patrick Montagne highlights the need to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete, as well as the impact of the RE 2020 environmental regulation in France and the contribution of the…
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7/4/2024
Helping concrete producers reduce their carbon footprint and waste stream
Timothy Burke, Technical Sales Representative for Concrete Admixtures at Mapei Corporation, talks about current trends and challenges within the US concrete industry. He highlights the industry's shift towards more sustainable practices, the…
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7/1/2024
Customer awareness and competition drive the concrete industry towards sustainability
The Australian market strives to meet lower carbon dioxide emission objectives. Opportunities to service this particular sector will increase for companies like Mapei to develop and introduce products to enhance performance in concrete which contain…
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Home interiors special
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6/11/2024
The Tuscan villas: our new source of inspiration
The Tuscan villas inspired a home project in southern Brazil, designed to harmonize with the landscape and offer easy maintenance. Italian ceramic tiles were chosen for their large format and unique stone-like effect, aligning with the aesthetics of…
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Home interiors special
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6/12/2024
A complete offer, from installation to maintenance
The demand for wood flooring in the residential sector has surged due to its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Oak is the most popular choice, often installed using Mapei’s silylated polymer-based adhesives. Mapei also provides maintenance…
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Home interiors special
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6/12/2024
Contemporary art in a period context
The redevelopment of an apartment in Naples emphasizes color schemes, blending absolute white with vibrant hues inspired by Pompeii frescoes. The traditional layout is maintained. Mapei resin flooring was chosen for its monochrome base, enhancing…
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6/10/2024
Structural strengthening with low environmental impact: CRM SYSTEM - MAPENET EMR
CRM System - Mapenet EMR Mapei represents a breakthrough in structural strengthening work on buildings that combines low impact on the environment with high performance. We talked about it with Giuseppe Melcangi, Mapei Corporate Product Manager for…
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Home interiors special
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6/6/2024
The sustainable complexity of interiors
Professor Capitanucci explores recent trends in interior design, emphasising sustainability, flexibility and the fusion of modern technologies with historical aesthetics. She also addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on living spaces and…
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Home interiors special
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6/5/2024
Ultratop Loft System: elegance without boundaries
The Ultratop Loft System is a versatile and sophisticated covering system for floors and walls, ensuring the creation of seamless, durable, and easy-to-maintain surfaces. It aligns with the minimalist trend in contemporary homes, providing visual…
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Home interiors special
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6/5/2024
The sloping wall in the lounge: a real challenge
Designing a flat with a sloping wall in the living room involved several challenges. The solution was to build a stair-like structure against the sloping wall, which would serve multiple purposes such as storage, seating and kitchen. The choice of…
Products
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5/8/2024
Bonding and sealing using a hybrid product
Mapei has launched MAPEFLEX MS 55, a versatile hybrid adhesive and sealant for interior and exterior use, which combines the best qualities of silicones and polyurethanes, guaranteeing resistance and ease of use. Available in various formats, it is…
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5/8/2024
Cementos Argos: challenges and strategies to enhance sustainability in the concrete industry
Cementos Argos is a growing concrete and cement multinational. Their commitment to sustainability involves different initiatives in the educational, production and waste management fields
