Handmade Terracotta
Half a century of history, generation confrontation but with one main goal, the passion for terracotta. The Bernasconi family has known how to hand down and inherit an art in which millennial traditions merge with technological innovation, ethics and functionality dictated by contemporaneity and style. Our unique tailor made high quality products achieve a harmonic, green environment and exclusive Italian design in your homes creating a unified concept of indoors and outdoors.
Ethics and environmental Certification Institute
Craftmanship one-by-one handmade terracotta from Renaissance to today has enriched noble and everyday floors, and thanks to this Italy can boost the most beautiful old towns, prestigious palaces and contemporary villas! Open your doors into an eco-friendly cutting-edge heritage, bring a glorious history to your house as terracotta will simply patina over the years and last for generations. The only product that does not fear time periods as it will age beautifully!
Green building certified product
Therefore Live, Love and Adore your Bernasconi Italian terracotta floor!
Contemporary
Building
Outdoors
Accessories
Craftsmanship heritage meets contemporary, an innovative product of absolute value, an ideal backdrop to modern living. The fusion of color and terracotta create natural hospitality, simplicity and timeless beauty. The handmade enamelling qualities are evident in every piece. Our enamels are like pieces of jewellery, every piece unique!
A curtain of exposed bricks and plaster, under tiles, arches and columns‌ State of the art technology masonry products, utmost artistry and attention to quality, eco-friendly and long lasting. Building parts no longer take merely place for functionality but will enhance the charm and emotional legacy of homes.
In the distance, the warm welcoming sight of a handmade terracotta pathway, pergola and pool area. Create a masterpiece style by personalising your outdoors! Our products are both naturally heat/frost proof and non slippery. The perfect combination for outdoor living, giving warmth, comfort and a touch of class under your feet!
Hand crafted terracotta elements and enriched by Bernasconi enamel. The restyling of terracotta planters, frames, bathroom accessories, accents, standing basins change the concept of traditional, giving new emphasis to furnishings and exclusive styles.
Contemporary Pleasure to live it... this is what makes our handmade terracotta a precious product, which seizes its richness from the harmony that nature can give so generously and with simplicity. Our totally organic local sourced material allows a warm and welcoming setting and a perfect back-drop, providing pleasant sensations of well-being. Tied to an ancient tradition but also open to new horizons, an unexpected solution that goes beyond borders into unpredictable ambiance and applications. This formula draws inspiration from the nature of the product: natural components and technological innovation merge into one soul by giving life to a new project, that allow combinations from contemporary sleek designs to traditional heritage. Captures beauty and high-tech evolutions and maintains alive the acknowledged MADE IN ITALY in the world. Our mastery allows us to customize each piece from pattern, size, thickness and colours. A pure craftsmanship double firing product, capable of complementing a new contemporary design product but with thousands year’s of history, a union of old and new. Our constant research in introducing new lines in a demanding market brings the charm of Italian design into your space. They are like pieces of jewellery, every piece unique! Easy maintenance and the only product that major asset is age! A rainbow of polished, satin and matt colours, a multitude of shapes, nuances to give personalisation to any space, whether a living room, kitchen or bathroom... in houses by the ocean, country, village or city, our products gives life and warmth to a floor. 5,1 x 5,1 Enamels Green Apple - Pointed Polished
5,1 x 5,1 Enamels - Stone - Matt
5,1 x 5,1 Enamels Red Ciarla - Polished
5,9 x 5,9 Enamels - Pure White - Polished
5,1 x 5,1 Enamels London Smoke Pointed Polished
5,9 x 5,9 Enamels - Pure white - Polished
3,9 x 3,9 Enamels - On Demand - Polished
Mandarin Brushed Polished
strawberry Polished
ciarla red Polished
Burgundy Polished
Mediterranean Polished
Juniper Polished
olive Rough Polished
green water Polished
Eggplant Polished
wisteria Polished
Sapphire Polished
Leaden Matt
misty Polished
Apple Green Pointed Polished
Ivory Polished
Dust Satin
Turquoise Polished
Green black Polished
Petroleum Polished
Stone Satin
Yellow Polished
Blue Brushed Polished
Other sizes and color shade can be made upon feasibility and budget request. Measure expressed in inches.
mustard Satin
ocher Rough Polished
leather Satin
Deep night Matt
Moka Matt
London smoke Polished
White and black Pointed Polished
Grey Polished
fog Polished
Pure white Polished
Formats Code
Other sizes and color shade can be made upon feasibility and budget request. Measure expressed in inches.
Item
Format
Thickness
U.M.
Q0505S
SQUARE
2x2
0,5
pcs
Q1010S
SQUARE
3,9 x 3,9
0,5
ft²
Q1313S
SQUARE
5,1 x 5,1
0,5
ft²
Q1515S
SQUARE
5,9 x 5,9
0,5
ft²
Q2020S
SQUARE
8,3 x 8,3
0,8
ft²
LIST1030S
LISTEL
3,9 x 11,8
0,5
ft
LISBORDO
LISTEL BORDER
2 x 7,9
0,8
ft
GRECA
TERRACOTTA ACCENT
2,9 x 15,7
0,5
ft
Building Enhance the curbside appeal of any home In the distance, the warm welcoming sight of building accents of days gone by. Each piece the same but each different, giving the warmth and protection, only found in craftsmanship. Create a colorful but still quiet backdrop for all design directions, whether it is traditional, contemporary or a blend of both. The warm sand colors of terracotta instantly create an invigorating green living atmosphere. More than architecture, an emotional experience... Under roof tiles and wooden beams is a classic and timeless element of old world buildings. The fusion of wood and terracotta is one of the most fascinating because of the emotional tones of the two components. Their use dates back to ancient times and in continuity with the past are made by hand. A natural roof that eliminates rumble and improves acoustics, so enjoy the essence of music of your location! The knowledge and ability of handmade bespoke pieces, which enrich the range of products and provide solutions for all situations. Cornices and buttresses of different shapes and sizes, column coverings, arches, brick roofs, eaves and many more... simple and traditional items for decoration and finishing. Terracotta is not merely a cover but a custom concept! 7,1 x 14,2 Hollow Flat Tile - Antique White
Format: 6,7 x 15,8 - Finishing: Natural - Shadings
Format: 7,1 x 14,2 - Finishing: Natural - Tending to Pink
Building Finishing: Natural Tending to Yellow
Format: Step 6,7 x 13,4 - Finishing: Natural - Tending to Yellow
Attic Tiles
Steps Code
Format
Thickness
U.M.
STEP
6,7 x 13,4
1,6
ft
GRA2034
STEP
7,9 x 13,4
1,6
ft
ft²
GRA2534
STEP
9,8 x 13,4
1,6
ft
1
ft²
GRADA1734
STEP Right-Left Corner
6,7 x 13,4
1,6
pcs
6,3 x 18,5
1
ft²
GRADA2034
STEP Right-Left Corner
7,9 x 13,4
1,6
pcs
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
6,7 x 19,7
1
ft²
GRADA2534
STEP Right-Left Corner
9,8 x 13,4
1,6
pcs
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
7,9 x 15,7
1
ft²
Format
Thickness
U.M.
MAT132730 BASEBOARD
5,1 x 10,6
1,2
pcs
ZOC132740 BASEBOARD
4,9 x 10
1,6
pcs
ZOC132750 BASEBOARD
5,1 x 10,6
2
pcs
various
1,2 ÷ 2
pcs
Code
Item
Format
Thickness
U.M.
M1535
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
5,9 x 13,8
0,8
ft²
GRA1734
M1550
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
5,9 x 19,7
1
ft²
M1632
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
6,3 x 12,6
1
M1740
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
6,7 x 15,8
M1647
HOLLOW FLAT TILE
M1750 M2040
Bulding Bricks Code
Item
ELLE
“L” SHAPE Column
COTO
ROUND COLUMN
various
1,2 ÷ 2
pcs
COPBC
COVER
various
1,2 ÷ 2
pcs
COPDT
COVER
various
1,2 ÷ 2
pcs
coating
owl beak double bull
Measure expressed in inches.
Cover
Item
Outdoors Harmonies between walls, swimming pools, patios and driveways, the importance in its strength and artistry have given essential charm in architectural outdoor scenarios and settings. The choice of elements and shades cannot be neglected and allure of handmade terracotta is a must! Our terracotta is a low maintenance simple perfect fit solution, aesthetically pleasing which enhances coziness and relaxing moments for alfresco living. Not only will outlast time, it will also furnish your open space with elegance and glow, challenging the passage of time, weather and wear, and most importantly will preserve all the adorableness and uniqueness. Our tailor made products are non-slip heat and frost resistant of which makes them admirably inviting under your bare feet. The heavy duty of the material makes it ideal for driveways and patios, its low moisture absorption makes them repellent to water and humidity and immune to mold, fungus and bacterial growth as well! Format: 2,8 x 11,8 - Finishing: Natural - Coloring: Red
Format: 8,3 x 8,3 Finishing: Natural Tending to Yellow
Format: 5,9 x 11,8 - Finishing: Sanded - Tending to Yellow
Format: 5,9 x 11,8 - Finishing: Natural - Tending to Pink
Format: 5,9 x 11,8 - Finishing: Natural - Tending to Pink
Format: 11,8 x 11,8 - Finishing: Smoothing - Tending to Yellow
Format: 11,8 x 11,8 with Travertine Stone Insets - Finishing: Sanded - Tending to Yellow
Rectangular Code
Item
LIST728
LISTEL
LIST730
Other Shapes Format
Thickness
U.M.
Code
Thickness
U.M.
2,8 x 11
0,8
ft²
RO19
RHOUMBUS
Lato 7,5
1
ft²
LISTEL
2,8 x 11,8
0,8
ft²
BESA11
HEXAGON
Lato 4,3
0,8
ft²
LST1030
LISTEL
3,9 x 11,8
0,8
ft²
BESA13
HEXAGON
Lato 5,1
0,8
ft²
LST1040
LISTEL
3,9 x 15,7
0,8
ft²
BESA15
HEXAGON
Lato 5,9
1
ft²
M1428
MATTONCINO
5,5 x 11
0,8
ft²
LOS3535
13,8 x 13,8
1
ft²
5,1 x 10,6
0,8
ft²
LOZANGE with square 25 x 25
M1327
MATTONCINO
M1530
MEZZANA
5,9 x 11,8
0,8
ft²
FAB15
5,9 x 5,9
0,5
ft²
M1632
BRICK
6,3 x 12,6
1
ft²
PENTAGON with inset
M1734
BRICK
6,7 x 13,4
1
ft²
FAB21
PENTAGON with inset
8,3 x 8,3
0,8
ft²
M1836
BRICK
7,1 x 14,2
1
ft²
OTT21IR
8,3 x 8,3
0,8
ft²
M1740
BRICK
6,7 x 15,7
1
ft²
OCTAGON with inset
M2040
BRICK
7,9 x 15,7
1
ft²
M1550
BRICK
5,9 x 19,7
1
ft²
M3060
BRICK
11,8 x 23,6
1,2
ft²
Size
Thickness
U.M.
Square Code
Item
Q1010
Format
Borders Format
Thickness
U.M.
SQUARE
3,9 x 3,9
0,5
ft²
Q1515
SQUARE
5,9 x 5,9
0,5
ft²
Q2121
SQUARE
8,3 x 8,3
0,8
ft²
Q2525
SQUARE
9,8 x 9,8
1
ft²
Q3030
SQUARE
11,8 x 11,8
1
ft²
Q4040
SQUARE
15,7 x 15,7
1,2
ft²
Q5050
SQUARE
19,7 x 19,7
1,4
ft²
Measure expressed in inches.
Item
Code
Item
BATTFL
STRAIGHT WIRE
2 x 10,2
0,6
ft
BATTFL30
STRAIGHT WIRE
3,2 x 11,8
0,6
ft
BATTBC
OWL BEAK
3,2 x 11,8
0,6
ft
BATALBC
OWL BEAK Tall
5,9 x 11,8
0,8
ft
Accessories The pleasures of being able to blend and enhance styles in every corner of the house, our accessories allow you to add the preciousness of terracotta. Our products provide great choices for interior design or architecture. Its earthen organic or enameled appearance will work with any traditional or contemporary option and offer an accent for any aspect or conception. Create and custom your space from wash basins, bathroom accessories, kitchen elements, planters and much more. Add that personal detailed touch that works brilliantly in settings that echo original environments and provides multitude trends in eco-friendly perspectives and will easily become the conversation and show piece of any home... Planter h: 27,6 Enamelled - Pure white - Polished
Planter h: 27,6 Enamelled - Ciarla Red – Polished
Enamelled oval vase London Smoke - Pointed Polished
Finishes Natural
Smooth
A brick without processing, exactly how it comes out from the mould and from the wooden kiln. With this type of finishing, the brick is sandblasted, slightly rough and natural. It’s the oldest and most traditional finish. Particularly suitable for outdoors, walling and hollow flat tile or for whom loves the authenticity of hand made materials.
This surface finish gives a bespoke feel to the brick, almost to sign one by one the bricks made. A light sanding, if necessary even after installation, makes the brick surface soft and harmonious, giving it an almost velvety touch. Suitable for both indoors and outdoors.
Sanded
Levigato
Finishing that takes away from the bricks roughness and manually sanding on the sandblasted side. The result is to soften the surface without altering the handmade look. The face of the brick has a worn aspect: particularly suitable for historic restorations or in old country mansion restructuring. Stuccoed to match and installed without joints is ideal for a warm and welcoming ambiance.
An elegant finish, perfectly smooth and pleasant to the touch, obtained by polishing the brick after firing or installation. With this process you can get adjusted and thickened flooring for the creation of modern and natural environments. Suitable for indoor use.
Colors Ars Vetus Ars Vetus is a totally innovative finish, a Bernasconi Furnace flagship. A result of ongoing research in materials and traditions. Indistinguishable from traditional terracotta, Ars Vetus has the ability to be treated with glazes and decorations that add an individual touch. Ars Vetus is a registered trademark of Bernasconi Furnace.
Trademark: tr20070000066
Bernasconi’s Furnace proposes a handmade wood fired kiln terracotta, with chestnut trimmings (waste from local sawmills). The mineral composition, together with the baking temperature are the two variables which determine the colour of the natural terracotta. The kiln has a traditional oval-shaped structure, lined with refractory bricks. It has a diameter of approximately 3.9 meters (12,8 ft) (at the wide end) and a height of approximately 4 meters (13,1 ft). The baking cycle has a duration of 60 hours. For approximately 30 hours, the kiln reaches a temperature of 1000°C (1832°F). The varying degrees of temperature within the kiln and positioning of the product gives the tone variation shades within the terracotta. The tonal shades from soft yellow to dark red. Our experience, over a decades of craftsmanship clay firing, ensures we have full awareness of tone color, giving our customer a full color choice: from Tendente al Giallo (tending yellow) to Tendente al Rosa (tending pink) passing to the typical warm and smooth nuances of organic wood kiln firing. We are able upon request to produce different or more accentuated colored bricks (ex. red) this is possible with the use of other natural clays or minerals.
Colosseo - Rome, Italy
Our Terracotta Mentioning the word terracotta, thoughts immediately venture to Historic sites or Mediterranean styled homes. To deviate from the norm, we thought it would be interesting to see terracotta in the context of other design styles. Is there a place for handmade terracotta in your home’s decor? Open your door to design and heritage... Terracotta, or baked earth in its Italian translation, has been around since the beginning of time and will forever have a place in great both indoors and outdoors signature designs. Enduring over centuries and resistant to time, all our products combine natural beauty, durability and high quality masterpiece work.
Colosseo - Rome, Italy
Lateran University Rome, Italy
Green Home The Bernasconi furnace ecofriendly brand name stands for quality, luxury, and beautiful design in every way. We have adopted a company-wide philosophy and commitment, that we will bring beauties to your homestead and reduce environmental impact and provide energy savings, long-lasting value and comfort. The benefits don’t end there. Going green with Bernasconi Furnace products is a better way to live today. You’ll be saving money, making a difference, and maximizing your quality of life. Home a green home.
Information Thickness (in)
lb/ft²
ft²/pallet
0,5
4,3
410
0,8
6,5
336
1
8,2
322
1,2
9,8
270
Technical Notes MATTONCINO
LISTEL
ROOF TILE
-
43,1 ± 7,5
2,19
absorption H 2 O (%)
18,7
20,1
-
-
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH (N/mm 2 )
43,9
-
-
-
HEAT & FROST PROOF
HEAT & FROST PROOF
HEAT & FROST PROOF
HEAT & FROST PROOF
BREAKING LOAD (N/mm)
HEAT AND FROST RESISTANCE
(val. min.)
SLATE 1,44
Format: 5,5 x 11 - Finishing: Sanded - Tending to Pink
Adv Gabriele Rosatini - gabrielerosatini@gmail.com
Work shop: Loc. Le Sode, s.n.c. - 05014 Castel Viscardo (TR), Italy Tel: +39 0763 36 10 16 - info@fornacebernasconi.com - www.fornacebernasconi.com Registered Office: Via Vittorio Giuliani, 4 - 05014 Castel Viscardo (TR), Italy Company Registration: Albo Imprese Artigiane n째 15379 C.F. BRNLGU65P17C289E - VAT: 00496000555 Building Materials Rules 89/106 n째 246 and subsequent amendment n째 499 of December 10, 1997 UNI EN 1344:2004 / 1304:2005 / 771-1:2005