Handytex is Terraco’s ready-mixed, acrylic-based texturing compound for interior ceilings and walls. Apply it by brush, roller or comb to create a range of decorative textures. Al Tashteb Al Saree is an authorised Terraco distributor and supplies Handytex direct from the manufacturer in Sharjah, Dubai and across the UAE.
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | Terraco |
| Product code | 62320 |
| Product type | Ready-mixed interior texturing compound |
| Binder | Acrylic |
| Colour | White; can be tinted with universal colourants |
| Fire | Non-combustible; flame spread Class 0 |
| Specific gravity | 1.70 |
| Coverage | 0.6 to 1.2 kg/m² |
| Dilution | Up to 10% water for light textures |
| Drying | 3 to 4 hours; allow 12 to 24 hours before top-coating |
| Minimum temperature | Do not apply below 5°C |
| Primer | Penetrating Primer |
| Packaging | 25 kg pail (5 kg also listed) |
| Shelf life | 12 months, unopened |
Coverage by pack size
| Pack | Approx. area |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 4 to 8 m² |
| 25 kg | 21 to 42 m² |
Suitable substrates
Most interior ceiling and wall surfaces, including precast concrete, sand/cement render, gypsum plaster and drywall. For exterior textured finishes, see Terracoat.
Surface preparation
- New surfaces: remove dust, dirt and loose matter; make sure the surface is free of salts, oil, grease and ridges; repair cracks and voids with Terraco Handycoat Exterior.
- Old surfaces: check the substrate is firm; wash with sugar soap solution, rinse and allow to dry.
- Apply Penetrating Primer before Handytex.
Application
- Dilute with up to 10% water for lighter textures if needed.
- Apply a liberal coat over about 1 m² at a time by brush or roller.
- Texture it with the chosen tool (brush, roller or comb), keeping a wet edge.
- Finish the ceiling or wall edge with a small brush to form a 15 to 30 mm border.
- Allow 12 to 24 hours before top-coating. Clean tools with water.
See all Terraco products we supply in Sharjah and Dubai.
Downloads
Specifications on this page are taken from the manufacturer’s data sheet, retrieved 1 November 2026. Always check the latest data sheet before specifying.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Terraco Handytex in Sharjah or Dubai?
Al Tashteb Al Saree is an authorised Terraco distributor and stocks Handytex. Message us on WhatsApp for prices and delivery.
Can Handytex be used outside?
Terraco describes it as an interior product. For exterior textures, use Terracoat.
Order 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.