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Hagoromo Chalk: A Schoolteacher Saves an Iconic Brand

Introduction to the documentary focusing on rare art supplies and ancient crafts.

A mathematics professor's preference for Hagoromo chalk due to its smooth texture and ease of use.

The brand's unique formula and production methods contribute to its superior quality.

The chalk's main ingredient is calcium carbonate, with a confidential formula for its smooth texture.

Pricing of Hagoromo chalk varies based on color and type, with fluorescent chalk being the most expensive.

Near collapse of Hagoromo in 2015 due to the original owner's illness and difficulty finding a successor.

A schoolteacher's acquisition of the company and relocation of production to South Korea.

Faber-Castell Colored Pencils: Precision and Quality

The meticulous process of pigment selection and blending for Faber-Castell colored pencils.

The manufacturing process, including core creation, baking, coating, and quality control.

Comparison of Faber-Castell pencils with other brands, highlighting differences in texture and application.

A colored pencil artist's perspective on high-end brands and their blendability.

Faber-Castell's lightfastness testing and its impact on the price and longevity of their pencils.

Introduction to Calacatta marble and its high price compared to other marbles.

The challenging extraction process and the importance of miners' experience and precision.

The processing of Calacatta marble, including slicing, resinating, and polishing.

Reasons for Calacatta's high demand, including its rarity, luxury appeal, and timeless design.

Increasing demand for Calacatta marble and its environmental impact.

Handmade Cement Tiles: Moroccan Craftsmanship

The manual process of making cement tiles in Morocco, from pigment preparation to mold filling.

Factors influencing the price of cement tiles, including design complexity and production time.

The cost of cement tiles and its relation to the construction industry and global cement prices.

Growing popularity of cement tiles and their timeless appeal in interior design.

Installation process of cement tiles, highlighting its similarity to other tile installations.

Series 7 Paintbrushes: Kolinsky Sable and Expert Craftsmanship

History of Series 7 paintbrushes and the meticulous process of making them.

The skills and training required to make Series 7 brushes, emphasizing the role of women in the craft.

The high cost of kolinsky sable hair and its unique properties that make it ideal for paintbrushes.

Emphasis on quality and hand skills in the brush-making process.

Preservation of knowledge and skills through apprenticeships, highlighting the generational aspect of the craft.