Walls of Clay A combination of clay, aggregates, and natural mineral oxide and ochre pigments, American Clay Original Earth Plaster allows designers to create plaster-like interior wall treatments from super-smooth to highly textured surfaces. Clay’s natural properties help regulate arid and humid interior climates by absorbing and releasing moisture as environmental conditions change, making American Clay a natural option for humid bathrooms and kitchens. The products give off no volatile organic compounds, resist mold, and are non-flammable and durable.
An alternative to cement, gypsum, acrylic, and lime plasters, American Clay is compatible with “breathing” construction in both historic and new buildings. Three finishes are available:
Loma creates a soft, even finish that can be worked into a matte look or an unlimited variety of textures; Porcelina uses kaolin in its formula and gives a super-smooth Venetian plaster-type finish; and Marittimo incorporates a seashell aggregate for a smooth, yet faceted effect. Thirty colors are available. 866.404.1634. www.americanclay.com. Fashion Forward Heat register grilles are an overlooked opportunity to make a design statement or carry an architectural theme throughout a home using hardware. But that rectangular cut in the floor or along the baseboard can be dressed up with these new decorative heat register grilles from Liz’s Antique Hardware.
The cast-aluminum grilles are inspired by patterns from the Art Deco and Streamline Moderne movements. Four patterns are available; one pattern is reproduced from a period grille while the other three patterns reflect period styling. Each is available in three sizes—13½ by 5½ inches, 13½ by 7½ inches, and 15½ by 7½ inches—in a sleek aluminum finish. 323.939.4403. www.lahardware.com.
