Terracoat is Terraco’s pre-mixed, acrylic-based textured coating for facades and interiors, applied by trowel. Al Tashteb Al Saree is an authorised Terraco distributor and supplies Terracoat direct from the manufacturer to contractors and homeowners in Sharjah, Dubai and across the UAE.
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | Terraco |
| Product type | Pre-mixed acrylic textured coating |
| Application | Steel trowel; patterned with a wetted plastic trowel (Granule and Sahara can also be sprayed) |
| Textures | Excel (scratch), Granule, Filled Granule, Sahara |
| Colours | 50 standard colours |
| Specific gravity | 1.65 to 1.75 depending on grade |
| Viscosity | 35 to 55 (‘000 cps) |
| Drying time | 3 to 4 hours |
| Thinning | Water, if required |
| Primer | Terraco Tex Primer, tinted close to the topcoat colour |
| Packaging | 25 kg plastic pail |
| Shelf life | 12 months, unopened |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic (per manufacturer) |
Grades and coverage
| Grade | Finish | Specific gravity | Coverage (kg/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excel 1 mm | Scratch | 1.70 | 1.5 to 2.0 |
| Excel 1.5 mm | Scratch | 1.70 | 2.0 to 2.5 |
| Excel 2 mm | Scratch | 1.70 | 2.5 to 3.0 |
| Excel 3 mm | Scratch | 1.70 | 3.5 to 4.5 |
| Granule 0.8 mm | Granular | 1.65 | 1.8 to 2.3 |
| Granule 1 mm | Granular | 1.65 | 2.5 to 3.0 |
| Granule 1.5 mm | Granular | 1.65 | 3.0 to 3.5 |
| Granule 2 mm | Granular | 1.65 | 3.5 to 4.5 |
| Filled Granule 1.5 mm | Filled granular | 1.75 | 2.5 to 3.0 |
| Sahara 1 mm | Filled granular | 1.65 | 2.5 to 3.0 |
| Sahara 1.5 mm | Filled granular | 1.65 | 3.0 to 3.5 |
| Sahara 2 mm | Filled granular | 1.65 | 3.5 to 4.5 |
Quick estimate: pails needed = area (m²) × coverage (kg/m²) ÷ 25. For example, 100 m² of Excel 1.5 mm at 2.0 to 2.5 kg/m² needs 8 to 10 pails. Add an allowance for waste.
Key properties
- Acrylic binders for elasticity, long life and resistance to colour fading and pollution.
- Flexible film that helps conceal minor substrate defects and small cracks.
- Designed for desert heat and large day-to-night temperature swings.
- Finish coat for the Terraco EIFS external insulation system.
Suitable substrates
Concrete, sand and cement render, gypsum drywall, plywood, chipboard, primed anti-rust steel and Terraco EIFS basecoat. Suitable for exterior facades and as a decorative interior wall and ceiling finish.
Primer system
| Surface | Primer |
|---|---|
| Standard sound surfaces | 1 coat Terraco Tex Primer, tinted close to the topcoat colour |
| Porous or dusty surfaces, EIFS basecoat (Styrobond DP) | 1 coat Terraco Terrabond A diluted 1:5 with water, allow to dry, then Tex Primer |
Surface preparation
- New surfaces: remove dust, dirt and loose matter; ensure the surface is free of salts, oil, grease and ridges; mask adjacent areas; repair cracks, chips and voids with a suitable filler such as Terraco Handycoat Exterior.
- Old surfaces: confirm the substrate is firm; wash with a soda and water solution, rinse and allow to dry before repairs or coating.
Application
- Prepare and prime the surface.
- Apply Terracoat with a steel trowel.
- Pattern the surface with a wetted plastic trowel.
- Clean tools with water after use.
Storage
Store in a clean, dry area away from direct sunlight and extreme heat or cold. Unopened containers keep for 12 months; use the oldest stock first.
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Specifications on this page are taken from the manufacturer’s data sheet, retrieved 31 October 2026. Always check the latest data sheet before specifying.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Terracoat in Sharjah or Dubai?
Al Tashteb Al Saree is an authorised Terraco distributor and supplies Terracoat and Tex Primer across Sharjah, Dubai and the UAE. Message us on WhatsApp for prices and delivery.
Which Terracoat grade should I choose?
Excel gives a scratch texture; Granule and Sahara give granular textures. Larger grain sizes give a coarser look and use more material per m². Read our Terracoat grade guide for more detail.
Can Terracoat be used with EIFS?
Yes. It is the finish coat for Terraco EIFS. See our Terraco EIFS Alpha guide.
Order Terracoat from an authorised Terraco distributor
We supply the full Terraco range direct from the manufacturer, alongside National Paints, Berger and Jotun, with delivery in Sharjah and Dubai. Send us your area, grade and colour and we will quote.