We want to thank NHabitation. They are a local project management group that specializes in Aging-in-Place, Downsizing, Organizing and space planning. Last Fall they posted this recommendation based …
Things That Inspire Blog is inspired by San Marco USA project
We were so honored when Peter Block and Beth Webb chose our products to cover almost every surface in this beautiful home that was featured in Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles. Blogger Holly Blalock of …
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ROMA’s Breathable Paints and Plasters
Breathable walls allow any toxic vapors developing indoors to slowly diffuse to the outside, keeping the indoor air fresh and clean. Homes built with a vapor barrier and standard insulation prevent …
Indoor Air Qulaity
SICK BUILDING SYNDROME (SBS) The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 20% of the USA, and 20% of the Western Hemisphere population is subjected to Sick Building Syndrome (SBS), attributed to …
A house that breathes
Until the end of the 19th Century the materials used for construction were all natural: stone, brick, wood, ceramic, and lime based cement or concrete. Lime paints, lime stuccos, potassium silicate …
The Truth about 0% VOC paints
VOC’s are identified as chemicals that react with a chemical in the atmosphere to create compounds which cause ozone pollution. A VOC is toxic in and of itself, such as ethylene glycol, which is a …
Old Buildings, New Life
ROMA is actually a beneficiary of this growing arena. We are in the process of helping several local area offices as they redesign. Our potassium silicate paints are not only cost competitive but …
Going for LEED Platinum in Athens, GA
We met Lori Bork, LEED AP and architect in Athens, GA at Southface's Greenprints last year. Lori was enthusiastic about ROMA's products and used them throughout her new home which she designed. Lori …
What is the difference between mineral & latex paint?
A Mineral Paint is a paint derived from a natural product such as stone or earth. Through a natural chemical reaction, using fire, water, and air, stone or earth is transformed into a paint product, …
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How ancient China was built on sticky rice, literally
It seems that some people are having a difficult time embracing mineral paints. Maybe we should take a lesson from old Chinese tradition? The next time you get a bowl of rice, ask yourself: would I …
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Are your low VOC paints still pertoleum based?
By Guest Blogger Beth Bond, Southeast Green The latest move towards "green" or "sustainable" building has lead to significant shifts in the construction and development arenas. However, as trends …
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