Mapei is involved as technical support for the re-paving of the south corridors of the Colosseum

The project, coordinated by the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo, has in recent years excavated the crumbling parts of the first and second circular corridors on the south side and the layers that indicate recycling. These corridors had already collapsed during the 6th and 7th centuries as a result of demolitions and earthquakes, and over the centuries they have been plundered and recycled. Following the completion of excavation and documentation work, the area is now being reused to improve the accessibility and interpretability of the monument. This is being done using modern materials that are chemically and physically compatible with the existing structure, while respecting contemporary restoration standards.

Contribution of Mapei

The damaged area in the southern corridors will be repaired with a new lime-based, cement-free screed using Mape-Antique NHL Eco Massetto*. Travertine tiles are laid over the screed with Mape-Antique NHL Eco Adesivo*, a lime-based, cement-free adhesive. Both products are new-generation developments, created in record time in the Mapei R&D laboratory, using ingredients similar to Roman materials such as lime in innovative ways to achieve the best performance. Underlining the importance of the project, the company decided to create for the first time dedicated packaging for the Colosseum for the products used, the release highlights.

Mapei for culture

Promoting cultural values has always been important to Mapei, as culture is the foundation and part of the identity of every community, they point out. That's why they are involved in prominent cultural projects and institutions around the world - including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, La Scala Theatre in Milan, the recent restoration of Notre-Dame in Paris and the Hegra Conservation Project in Saudi Arabia - where they bring their expertise, technologies and innovative solutions to heritage conservation and restoration. The company's cultural activities have now been given a name: "Mapei for Culture" - a simple and clear reflection of the company's philosophy, which centres on passion for art, commitment to culture and the protection of Italian and international cultural heritage.

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*This product is not available on the Hungarian market