RECENT PROJECTS

In the beautiful volcanic island of Lemnos, beneath the castle of Myrina, PROLAT added its own creative touches to a stately two-storey house built according to the rules of picturesque traditional architecture and in perfect harmony with the natural environment, under the supervision of engineer Stasinos Sampαlos, with two very special products: Coloured Stone Mortar and LavaPaint with Kourasani. Coloured Stone Mortar, a bioclimatic material consisting solely of natural ingredients – ceramic tile powder, Theran earth, hydrated lime and silica sand – offers excellent workability and bonding. PROLAT recommends it for all kinds of stone buildings, as it possesses great strength and waterproofing ability thanks to the combination of hydrated lime and Theran earth, which lends it hydraulic properties. An additional remarkable advantage is the fact the Coloured Stone Mortar allows the building to “breathe”, while it also lightens stone thanks to its correctly chosen colour. Another high quality product of PROLAT was used on exterior walls: LavaPaint, which is known to be the most suitable solution when we seek a sense of naturalness and freshness, as its slightly coarse texture differentiates it from ordinary paints and creates an impressively attractive aesthetic result. LavaPaint is ideal both for exterior and interior walls, transforming them into monolithic, waterproof surfaces in whatever colour we like. It is also available as a finishing render in exterior thermal insulation systems. PROLAT can always recommend the most advantageous and reliable solutions for all building requirements and preferences, with high-standard products that respect customers and the environment.

In seaside areas, both in private residences and in professional premises, the construction materials chosen must ensure not only a visually attractive final result but mainly high resistance to sunlight, all sorts of adverse weather conditions and humidity. This was one of the reasons why PROLAT suggested a specific solution for all the exterior floor surfaces of a modern all-day coffee bar literally on the waves, Cielo Mar on the picturesque island of Spetses: its Quartz Mosaic. It is an anti-slip material suitable for floor coating mainly in outdoor areas, especially if they are subject to frequent and heavy use. PROLAT guarantees that Quartz Mosaic possesses outstanding mechanical strength and great elasticity thanks to the polyurethane resin that it contains, and is very easy to clean with ordinary household chemicals as it has no joints. Moreover, thanks to its natural quartz stone, it is available in a wide variety of colours. From this rich colour palette, PROLAT selected colour QΜ65, a mild earthy shade that blends harmoniously with the natural environment and contrasts beautifully with the blue sea. Lastly, as Quartz Mosaic contains natural quartz stone, it does not fade if exposed to sunlight and PROLAT assures that it remains unaltered in any weather conditions with no need for maintenance. A particularly practical and tasteful material for special works of the highest standards!

Colours break the monotony of everyday life, rejuvenate the places we live and work in and have a direct impact on our mood. This is why the selection of the right colour, both in new works and in restorations, is the principal element in the creation of a pleasant, friendly and attractive environment. PROLAT goes one step further, offering a high quality paint that guarantees not only great durability and perfect waterproofing but also an impressive aesthetic result: the natural paint with kurasani LavaPaint. It is a “colour” applied with a spatula, suitable for interior and exterior vertical surfaces of houses, shops, hotels and all sorts of public and private buildings. PROLAT recommends it especially for facades and exterior walls because, thanks to its slightly coarse texture, it creates a truly unique sense of naturalness and freshness, as shown in the photos of this recently renovated stately private residence in Kifissia, Athens. It is worth noting that LavaPaint is also available as a finishing render in exterior thermal insulation systems. So, if you do not simply wish for an ordinary paint but aim for monolithic, coloured, waterproof surfaces, PROLAT once again has the ideal solution: LavaPaint, an excellent product that can bring colour and beauty to your life.

In Neochori, Mani, perched on a hill that dominates a breathtaking landscape of wild beauty, Patio Villas, a luxury complex of private mansions, overlooks the endless sea. The four independent villas, combining typical traditional elements and all modern comforts, are an excellent example of the imposing architecture of Mani. PROLAT contributed to the creation of a particularly attractive image in perfect harmony with the natural environment with one of its most popular products, LavaPlaster. It is a reinforced material that can guarantee great durability and absolutely smooth, monolithic and waterproof surfaces only 4 mm thick. Here, PROLAT used LavaPlaster for the floors and bathrooms. LavaPlaster, which is also suitable for staircases, countertops, built beds etc., is available in more than 150 shades that can satisfy all preferences and demands, and impresses visitors with its natural beauty.

In addition, the use of a special varnish protects fully surfaces against staining by pollutants, oils, etc. The contribution of PROLAT, however, was not limited to only one material. It is well known that in stone-built buildings it is very important to use high standard mortar both for aesthetic reasons and to ensure waterproofing. The solution suggested here by PROLAT was Coloured Stone Mortar, a bioclimatic material consisting solely of natural ingredients: ceramic tile powder, silica sand, Theran earth and hydrated lime. The combination of the two latter ones creates hydraulic properties that enhance its strength and waterproofing ability. PROLAT unconditionally recommends Coloured Stone Mortar even for areas with very low temperatures or near the sea. Lastly, it should be noted that the specific material allows buildings to “breathe”, while at the same time lending them a graceful appearance and a lovely colour thanks to the powdered tiles it contains. The final result fascinates the eye, proving once more the quality excellence of the products of PROLAT.

Color, as we all know, is what gives life both to private and professional places and creates atmosphere, as it directly influences not only mood but also the image we wish to show to the others, either supporting or undermining it. This is why the choice of the right color is so important. Choosing the right paint is equally important, given that, apart from quality, we should also take into account factors such as durability, convenience, the aesthetic dimension, and of course price.
PROLAT guarantees that its natural paint with kourasani, LavaPaint, performs excellently in all these areas. It is an outstanding product, suitable for exterior and interior walls, as in the case of the shop shown in the picture, one of the Cultivos Coffee chain shops, where the objective was to create a warm and friendly environment that would be pleasant and relaxing for customers. The aim was evidently achieved: PROLAT applied LavaPaint to the walls of the popular espresso & brew bar in one of its many attractive color shades (LP12, LP36, LP74). In contrast to the ordinary paints in the market, LavaPaint offers a unique natural sense thanks to its slightly coarse texture. If we add all its practical advantages to aesthetic originality and excellence, as it may be used both in new works and in restorations, transforming existing walls into monolithic waterproof surfaces, it is clear that it is an ideal solution for all kinds of walls and interior vertical surfaces in public or private spaces. It should finally be noted that LavaPaint is also available as a finishing render in exterior thermal insulation systems. Let’s give some color to everyday life then… PROLAT knows the way!

In Schinias, one of the best beaches of Attica, at the northeastern edge of the plain of Marathon, PROLAT had the chance to complete ideally the idyllic picture of a garden by the sea with its most suitable product for areas around swimming pools: Quartz Mosaic. It is an anti-slip floor coating material with outstanding mechanical strength and great elasticity that is perfect mainly, though not exclusively, for outdoor areas of all types and sizes. Quartz Mosaic is the reliable solution of PROLAT for hotels, shops or private residences like the one in the photos, not only because it is safe and practical, as it has no joints, therefore it is very easy to clean, but also because, thanks to its natural quartz stone, it does not fade if exposed to sunlight and is unaffected by any weather conditions with no need for maintenance.

Moreover, an additional equally important and instantly visible advantage is its high aesthetic value highlighted through the various colours in which it is available. In this case, PROLAT chose colour QM68 of Quartz Mosaic, a shade of grey particularly restful for the eye that perfectly matches the green of the garden and the blue of the sea. It was the final and decisive touch in the creation of a pleasant and relaxing environment that invites you to enjoy the view, nature and the wonderful Greek summer.

Modern demands for the products used in the building and construction sector are – as they should be, of course – exceptionally high: a material has to be not only safe but also hard- wearing, easy to use, affordable and aesthetically impeccable. Lavacryl Granite, one of the top quality products developed by PROLAT for external thermal insulation, undoubtedly covers all the above requirements. In Filothei, Athens, PROLAT applied this product on the garden wall of the detached house shown in the photos. Lavacryl Granite is a ready-made wall coating both for interior and for exterior surfaces. An added advantage is the fact that it can be applied even on a thermal façade. It is a material with excellent elasticity and a thickness of only 4-5 mm. PROLAT guarantees its stability and durability, as it is created by mixing natural stone with waterproof acrylic resins that remain unaltered by weather conditions. Moreover, Lavacryl Granite is available in a wide variety of colours thanks to the different colorations of the natural quartz stone that it contains. It is, therefore, an ideal choice for all kinds of façades – a new addition to the family of new generation quality products developed by PROLAT.

Now that summer – a very hot one, according to predictions – is ante portas, every chance for a little coolness is more than welcome in a densely built city like Athens. And it is a blessing if you happen to have a comfortable exterior space of your own that offers you endless views and various possibilities for optimal exploitation like this private rooftop in Agia Paraskevi. The white furniture that reminds you of holidays and sunny beaches, the well-tended plants, the elegant floor lamps and, of course, the Jacuzzi create a wonderful image which PROLAT completed ideally with its Quartz Mosaic. It is a top quality floor coating material suitable for various uses, especially on rooftops, terraces, balconies, gardens and areas around swimming pools, as it possesses anti-slip properties and exhibits outstanding mechanical strength. PROLAT chose a discreet, pale shade of warm grey (QM15) that matches perfectly the colours of the furniture and the blue of the Attican sky. Moreover, Quartz Mosaic possesses 100% elasticity thanks to the polyurethane resin that it contains and it is very easy to clean as no joints are needed. Lastly, since its natural quartz stone does not fade if exposed to sunlight, PROLAT guarantees that Quartz Mosaic remains unaltered even in adverse weather conditions and requires no special maintenance. One of the many high quality products of PROLAT that makes everyday life easier and brings beauty and colour to daily routine!

In the beautiful Macedonian city of Grevena in Northern Greece, apart from the numerous (more than 2,500!) species of mushrooms that have given it the title of the “Mushroom Capital of Greece”, you can also find elegant and sophisticated shops that have nothing to envy those of metropolises such as Athens or Thessaloniki. A typical example is the hair salon and barber shop F&F, which was created with two main elements: good taste and excellent quality materials. The interior design studio Decomaniacs of talented Sergios Lazos was responsible for the former, imaginatively designing an attractive and friendly environment, minimalist, classy and modern at the same time, while the credit for the latter belongs to PROLAT, which offered two of its most popular products to show the large and light spaces to advantage: LavaPaint for walls and LavaPlaster for floors. As clearly shown in the photos, LavaPaint is a very special solution proposed by PROLAT for interior or exterior walls. The unique feature that differentiates it from usual paints is its slightly coarse texture that creates a pleasant sense of naturalness and freshness. Both for new or renovation works that require something different from a monotonously uniform plastic surface, PROLAT recommends LavaPaint with Kourasani, which is available in various lovely colours, and also in a special edition as a finishing render in exterior thermal insulation systems. As for floors, PROLAT had of course the ideal solution: LavaPlaster, an exceptionally hard wearing and completely waterproof reinforced material that can guarantee absolutely smooth surfaces with no joints, ensuring an impeccable aesthetic appearance and perfect functionality. It is also noteworthy that LavaPlaster is available in more than 150 beautiful shades. The overall final result justifies both of the above choices. And once more, PROLAT hasevery reason to be proud of them.

The famous emblematic waterfront of the Greek co-capital, which fully justifies its title as the “Nymph of Thermaikos Gulf”, is dominated by high stately hotels gazing over the endless sea and the magical colours of the horizon for many decades now. Olympos- Naoussa Hotel stands out among them, its name connected with the homonymous legendary restaurant that is a landmark in the rich history of the city. One crucial factor that had to be taken into account in the renovation of this luxurious hotel was its position by the sea, which called for materials resistant to moisture and all types of weather conditions, as well as to sunlight. Once again, PROLAT had the perfect answer: LavaPaint Silicate, a special potassium silicate paint that ensures excellent transpiration so that moisture is not trapped in the interior of the walls. It is an innovative paint suitable for both interior and exterior surfaces and ideal for application on buildings of historical and architectural importance. PROLAT guarantees that the inorganic mineral composition of LavaPaint Silicate makes it invulnerable to UV radiation, so its colour shades remain unaltered through time, while its high transpiration, in combination with its special composition, lends it antifungal and antibacterial properties, preventing the growth of mould. Lastly, it is noteworthy that LavaPaint Silicate is easily and smoothly applied, offering a beautiful matte finish. Another top quality product of PROLAT, a truly pioneering company: practical, hard-wearing and friendly to users, the environment and… the consumer’s pocket.