Giovanni De Maio

TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles by Giovanni De Maio

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Key details

Brand	Giovanni De Maio
Category	Wall tile-stone-brick
Collection	Cotto di Ogliara

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Description

Among the potters, especially in Vietri sul Mare, the kilns man has always been considered an alchemist. Thanks to him, the dull and faded colors come to life almost by magic after a skilful cooking: the blacks become emeralds, the purple marine blue, the yellowish bright orange ... It is still thanks to his skill that the flat and grayish surfaces of the raw material begin to shiver, to shine, to modulate the light.The rustic natural terracottaDe Maio natural rustic terracotta draws on the centuries-old tradition of Ogliara and Rufoli, using the local lands. A semi-manual process, which starts from a mass of pure clay and a special and secret recipe.Rustic but refined, in the form of squares, trapezoids, lozenges, strips, which can be assembled in many geometries, Cotto di Ogliara stands out for its delicate color: it recalls precious and fragrant Russian leathers. Cotto di Ogliara inherited this tradition, still believing in its charm today.Yesterday the places of the miracle were the wood-burning kilns, as tall as houses, today they are the muffle ovens, as in the De Maio factory, where optimal cooking is guaranteed by electric resistors, thermoregulators, timers, which ensure high and constant temperatures.The glazed terracottaRippled or smooth surfaces, shiny like silk or mother of pearl, Cotto di Ogliara ceramics respect the ‘genius loci’, the pervading spirit of the place, using colours and shades that recall their territory.The wordplay of the logo "cotto damare", terracotta to be loved, already incorporates the Vietri heritage and the images of the Amalfi Coast seascape, the same ones that welcome the traveller who comes from the sea.Technical sheet COTTO OGLIARAProduction process:- Past used: Pure clay without inerts- Drying: mixed dry (natural and with draier)- Firing: in muffle kilnsTechnical characteristics:- soft surface with the characteristic flaws of handcrafted artefacts- medium/low porosity- excellent response to treatment- used indoor and outdoor- low-maintenanceSafety instructions:- 100% green product, not harmful and does not produce dust. Use of cut-resistant gloves is recommended when handling the loose tiles, both before and during layingLaying:- the subfloor should be made with non-shrink products, and preferably with a thick layer of glue- Recommended joint: 2/4 mm, depending on the tile sizeCleaning and care:- wash with water and a mild, neutral detergent

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles suitable for commercial projects?

Yes, the TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles by Giovanni De Maio is suitable for both residential and commercial interiors. It is commonly specified by interior designers and architects for hospitality, office, and retail environments.

What collection does the TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles belong to?

The TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles is part of the Cotto di Ogliara collection by Giovanni De Maio.

Can the TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles be used outdoors?

The TERRE DEL CIELO - Quarry wall/floor tiles is designed for indoor use only.

Specifications

Indoor / Outdoor	Indoor
Durability	Residential
Collection	Cotto di Ogliara
Brand	Giovanni De Maio
Category	Wall tile-stone-brick