Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool, application of modified bituminous waterproofing membrane and Polyfond Kit Drain, Podere Santa Pia (Castiglioncello Bandini, Tuscany)

Today a waterproofing membrane was laid onto the outside surface to prevent the water to percolate or penetrate the surface.

Constructing a swimming pool in Tuscany, adding modified bituminous waterproofing membrane

Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool, adding modified asphalt waterproofing membrane

Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool, bituminous waterproofing

Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool, application of waterproofing membrane

Waterproofing treatment along the base of the structure, application of waterproofing membrane

Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool, adding modified asphalt waterproofing membrane. A waterproofing membrane acts as a protective layer. Waterproofing membranes are designed to protect a surface from the perils of leakage. Polyfond Kit Drain is designed to provide the waterproofing membrane with suitable protection during foundation backfilling work.[2]

Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool. Waterproofing treatment along the base of the structure, application of the Polyfond Kit Drain
Polyfond Kit Drain is a protection and drainage system made from high-density extruded polyethylene (HDPE) laminated with a polypropylene needle-punched nonwoven. It is particularly effective in protecting waterproofing of below grade structures or earth retaining structures in general, also providing excellent drainage.[2]

Posing with the Italian construction workers on the site of our swimming pool [1]
On Friday, the workmen stopped their hard work for a while and I was fascinated by their diligence. They stood among the towering cranes and shifting scaffolding, their sleeves rolled up and their eyebrows glistening with sweat. At that moment, their work was almost poetic - a graceful dance of form and function. We posed together for a photo. The upturned earth where we stood would become a terrace overlooking the pool and a beautiful view of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the perfect unspoiled landscape of the Tuscan Maremma.

Italian construction workers were overwhelmed by the beauty of the landscape, early in the morning [1]
Album Construction swimming pool

Reflection of the evening sunset in southern Tuscany on the first sketch of a swimming pool at Podere Santa Pia	Mobile Working Cabin with an extraordinary view, amongst the cypresses and the lush greenery of Podere Santa Pia	A sudden appearance in the garden

The wild garden of Podere Santa Piain the unspoilt landscape of the Tuscan Maremma, offers a more than ideal place for a swimming pool	And early in the morning the first workmen arrived	Podere Santa Pia, early in the morning, the first workmen arrived, silent and with a strange determination they went to work, what for them was a daily act was for us a unique experience

Constructing Santa Pia swimming pool, the warm grey of the concrete, when the formwork has been removed	Fascinating play of grey and yellow	The formwork was removed
The Tuscan Maremma is one of the most unspoilt and beautiful areas in Italy, famous for its breathtaking landscapes, culture and delicious cuisine. Cinigiano is a small town located right in the heart of the Maremma, with a privileged position between the hills and the countryside. Here, you can stay in a cosy and confortable holiday home, plunged in the nature and tranquillity of the Tuscan countryside. You can enjoy long walks or bike rides, taste the local wines and olive oil, and visit the surrounding small villages such as Campagnatico, Monticello Amiata, Castiglioncello Bandini, to the sea Talamone and Castiglione della Pescaia. Cinigiano is located only an hour from the coast, where you can enjoy the crystal-clear sea and pristine beaches of the Maremma Regional Park. Your holiday in Cinigiano will be unforgettable! Le più belle case vacanza nella Maremma Toscana \| Podere Santa Pia





Early morning light at the private swimming pool at Podere Santa Pia	A bigger splash in swimming pool at Podere Santa Pia, southern Tuscany	A bigger splash in the pool, Podere Santa Pia, Castiglioncello Bandini, Cinigiano, Tuscany

Podere Santa Pia, con una vista indimenticabile sulla Maremma Toscana. Nella suggestiva cornice del valle d'Ombrone, nei pressi di Montalcino, questa magnifica podere è situata in ottima posizione e gode dello splendido panorama sulla Maremma, fino al mare e l'isola Montecristo

[1] Photo by Rein Ergo © All rights reserved [2] POLYFOND KIT DRAIN, technical sheet \| Mapei \| www.mapei.com