Chukum plaster feels like a secret the tropics have been holding onto — a finish that reads timeless, warm, and impossibly tactile, yet performs like a modern engineered surface.
In design and construction, finishes do more than add visual appeal. They determine how a space performs over time, how much maintenance it requires, and even how sustainable it is.
When it comes to sustainable, high-end finishes with timeless character, Chukum material stands in a class of its own. At Chukum USA, we are proud to be the first company to ever manufacture and commercialize Chukum plaster for global distribution—bringing ancient Mayan techniques into modern-day design and architecture.
Chukum (also known as agua de chukum plaster) is an ancient Mayan waterproofing and finishing material made from the resin of the native Chukum tree,
Chukum may look like a modern design trend, but its roots run deep—literally. Originally used by the Mayans in the Yucatán Peninsula, Chukum is a
Chukum is more than just a finish—it’s a centuries-old art form. Originally developed by the Mayans in the Yucatán, Chukum is a natural lime-based plaster
El Chukum es el nombre maya asignado de selva de madera semidura y espinoso rico en taninos y que es usada para curtir pieles y
In the world of luxury design and sustainable architecture, few materials have gained attention as quickly—or as meaningfully—as Chukum. While it may appear in glossy
In the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, a centuries-old technique is finding new life in the world of modern, eco-conscious architecture. Chukum — a natural
Chukum is the Mayan name given to a semi-hard, thorny wood from the forest, rich in tannins and traditionally used for tanning leather. Using a Mayan technique that combines Saskab, Pixoy leaves, and hydrated lime, Chukum was used to coat water storage tanks.
Chukum, USA
Ancient Mayan Plaster
Based in Merida, MX & Miami, FL
caroline@chukum.com.mx
sales@chukum.com.mx
551-579-9033
Chukum, USA
Ancient Mayan Plaster
Based in Merida, MX & Miami, FL
551-579-9033
® Chukum | Agua de Chukum | Mérida, Yucatán, México.
