What is Mosaic?
Mosaic is a type of concrete-based building material that is produced compactly and with high strength. The very high density of this product is caused by the use of press pressure or vibration. These types of materials are made in the form of a puzzle like tiles and ceramics and have a similar installation method. Despite the differences, their uses are similar.
⏬ Main Mosaic Materials ⏬
Mosaic is made on the basis of concrete, but another series of materials are also involved in making mosaics. These materials are: • Water • Stone powder • Gravel • sand • Sand • Grains of sand • Chemical colors Cement (white or black) • Colored cement (on top layer)
Now, you have found out what are the main materials of mosaic. But it is necessary to note that there is an important issue. The reason is that materials such as mosaic and ceramics are changing and improving every day. Today, some mosaics are produced using special chemical compounds to help overcome their weaknesses and also have better applications.
⏬ Main Mosaic Components ⏬
Mosaics have two main parts, each of which plays an important role in the final performance of the product. These layers are as follows: Bottom part: the bottom layers The underlying layers can be considered as the main part of the mosaic, because all the structural features of the mosaic are present in this part. If we want to express the difference between the lower part and the upper layer of the mosaic in general, the important issue that comes up is the thickness of the lower part, which is much more than the upper layer; Because it is under more pressure. Upper part: upper layers The upper layers are made of concrete, but with the difference that they are less thick than the lower layer. Of course, it should be mentioned that some mosaics are produced in a single layer, where all its components are placed in one layer. The method of producing such mosaics is through pressing and it needs sanding.
🔷 Mosaic application in building 🔷
Mosaic is a decorative method that is widely used in buildings. In this method, small pieces of stone, glass, ceramic or other materials are combined to form patterns and designs. Mosaic can be stepped, rectangular, square or other shapes, and if it is used optimally, it can add beauty and life to the interior and exterior decoration of buildings. The applications of mosaic in buildings are: Tiling walls, floors, stairs and even ceilings Designing different patterns using different mosaic colors Decorating swimming pools and dry saunas with mosaics Building new walls using mosaic pieces Decorating the facade of the building with mosaics The use of mosaic in buildings increases the beauty and attractiveness of the building and can also be considered as a way to increase the value of the building.