It's all down to the ancient art
of tadelakt.
The traditional Moroccan technique
of tadelakt is perfect for wet rooms.
Not exact matches
Cocciopesto and
tadelakt made
of lime, the same material that ancient Romans used to waterproof their thermal baths.
The
tadelakt walls create a warmer, more natural look that ordinary tiles — you can see the hands
of the craftsman in it.
As elsewhere, distinctive texture and subtle colouring distinguish the main bathroom, where a mixture
of travertine and
tadelakt, a Moroccan plaster technique, combine to create a serene yet luxurious effect.
I'm a huge fan
of the Moroccan plaster finish
tadelakt — applied seamlessly, it results in a beautifully smooth surface, free from grout lines — or alternatively, polished concrete, because it doesn't matter if it chips slightly as it just leaves a lovely crumpled effect.
The bathroom has a Moroccan - inspired feel, with a
tadelakt finish painstakingly applied to the surrounds
of the walk - in shower, washbasin and bath.