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4.1 Introduction to Natural Finishes - Plasters and Flooring

Join our online course on natural plasters and sustainable building finishes, designed for everyone from architects and builders to DIY enthusiasts interested in eco-friendly construction. This comprehensive course delves into the basics of natural finishes, their materials, and historical uses, including insights from ancient texts. You'll explore the benefits of eco-friendly finishes, learn about natural polymers and their applications, and follow the journey of Thannal in promoting sustainable practices. 

Course Duration: 38 min
Language: English
Self Paced


About the course

This course is designed for architects, builders, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone interested in eco-friendly construction techniques. Learn more about the traditional knowledge with modern sustainability practices to teach you how to create beautiful, durable, and environmentally responsible building finishes.

What You Will Learn:

  • The Basics of Natural Finishes: Introduction to the use of natural materials in plasters and finishes, exploring their environmental benefits and aesthetic value.
  • Historical Techniques and Materials: Discover the rich history of plastering materials and methods from ancient times to the present, focusing on the revival of lost techniques.
  • Natural Polymers: Discover a wide variety of Natural polymers or admictures from plants and animals with their impact on natural finishes
  • Coloring and Texturing: Techniques for adding natural color and texture to plasters to enhance the visual appeal of spaces.
  • Health Benefits and Environmental Impact: Insights into how natural plasters can improve indoor air quality and overall health, while reducing environmental impact.
  • Sustainable Practices: Training on sourcing local materials and employing sustainable construction practices to minimize ecological footprints.
  • Journey of Thannal: Learn how the founders of Thannal have explored all over India to gain such indigenous knowledge and how they have experimented with it to help revive these practices.

Syllabus

3 Modules | 9 Sessions | 37 min 45 sec Total Time

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