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Architect@work 2024 – Debossed lava: Pyrolave pushes the boundaries of design

Debossed enameled lava: when innovation meets traditionPyrolave, a French company labeled as a Living Heritage Company (EPV), pushes the boundaries of enameled lava with a revolutionary innovation: debossing. This novel technique offers new possibilities for customization and design in wall coverings, sanitary ware, and other surfaces.

An innovation born from expertise

Enameled lava is a complex natural material, sourced from the quarries of Volvic in the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Park. Its unstable composition and manufacturing process require great mastery, combining modern technologies and artisanal know-how. It is in this context that Pyrolave developed debossing, the result of regular R&D investments and the search for new processes.

Debossing : a new territory of expression

This innovation allows for the creation of relief and volume directly on the stone surface. Debossing opens up new customization possibilities:

  • Integration of logos, texts, or signage
  • Creation of various patterns (geometric, abstract, ethnic, vegetal)
  • Interplay of textures and contrasts

These possibilities meet the needs of sectors such as retail, interior architecture, and urban planning, which seek durable, made-in-France materials with unique character.

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Multiple applications

Debossed enameled lava finds its place in many areas:
  • Interior and exterior wall coverings
  • Facades
  • Countertops and furniture
  • Swimming pools
  • Integrated signage
This versatility allows architects and designers to give free rein to their creativity while benefiting from the exceptional properties of enameled lava.

A material with remarkable performance

Debossed enameled lava retains all the qualities that have made Pyrolave’s reputation:

  • Resistance to frost, heat, and chemical attacks
  • Exceptional durability
  • Easy maintenance
  • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use

These characteristics make it an ideal choice for demanding and long-lasting projects.

An eco-responsible approach

Pyrolave is committed to an environmentally friendly approach:

  • Use of a natural and sustainable resource
  • 100% French production, limiting transport impact
  • Responsible quarry management
  • Optimization of water and energy consumption
  • Recycling of production waste

The company is also ISO 50001:2018 certified, demonstrating its commitment to energy efficiency.

A unique know-how

Debossed enameled lava is the result of meticulous work on:

  • Stone shaping
  • Formulation and application of enamels
  • Firing techniques

Pyrolave supports its clients in the realization of their projects, adapting designs to the technical constraints of the material.This unique innovation in the market illustrates Pyrolave’s innovative spirit and expertise. It opens up new creative perspectives while maintaining the company’s tradition of excellence.