Short answer: National Super Finetex is a water-based, flexible, aggregate-free texture rolled on in light, medium or heavy texture with a satin finish (gloss on request), for interior and exterior concrete, plaster, gypsum, masonry, blockwork and wood. National describes low dirt pickup and good humidity and UV resistance. Prime with PVA Primer Sealer, Acrylic Primer (W.B.) or Tex Primer, then apply one or two coats. It covers about 1 to 2 m² per litre.
Why aggregate-free
Most National textures get their profile from quartz or marble aggregate. Super Finetex has none: the pattern comes from the roller, and the film stays flexible. One product gives light, medium or heavy texture depending on how it is rolled. National’s specifier lists “Fine Tex” in light, medium and heavy among its textured emulsion systems.
| Super Finetex | Minitex | Tex | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aggregate | None | Quartz | Hard aggregate, marble chips |
| Finish | Satin (gloss on request) | Matt | Matt |
| Texture | Light, medium or heavy | Light | Heavy |
| m² per litre | 1 to 2 | About 3 | 1 to 2 |
| Recoat (30°C) | 4 to 6 h | 6 to 8 h | 6 to 8 h |
Key facts
| Type | Water-based copolymer emulsion texture, no aggregate |
| Where | Interior and exterior |
| Finish and colours | Satin; light, medium or heavy texture (gloss on request); National shade card |
| Volume solids | 54 ± 2% |
| Specific gravity | 1.31 ± 0.05 |
| Spreading rate | 1 to 2 m² per litre, by texture and surface |
| Film per coat | 250 to 500 microns dry (460 to 925 wet) |
| Drying at 30°C | Touch dry 2 hours; recoat 4 to 6 hours; topcoat after at least 24 hours |
| Application | Roller |
| Thinning | 5 to 10% water if needed |
| Shelf life | 18 months, sealed |
Step 1: prepare the wall
- Clean, dry and sound; pressure-wash exteriors at 2200 psi minimum, per National’s surface preparation guide.
- Remove laitance, efflorescence and grease.
- Repair cracks with Joint Filler. A light texture shows more of the surface than a heavy one.
Step 2: the system
- Primer, one coat: PVA Primer Sealer, Acrylic Primer (W.B.) or Tex Primer.
- Super Finetex, one or two coats, 4 to 6 hours apart.
- Optional topcoat after 24 hours: Nationalthane or Acrylic Rock.
What the numbers mean
Coverage = 540 ÷ 250 ≈ 2.2 and 540 ÷ 500 ≈ 1.1 m² per litre, so the sheet’s 1 to 2 range is about the difference between a light and a heavy roll.
How much to buy
| Wall area | Light (2 m²/L), 1 coat | Heavy (1 m²/L), 1 coat |
|---|---|---|
| 50 m² | about 25 L | about 50 L |
| 150 m² | about 75 L | about 150 L |
| 400 m² (villa) | about 200 L | about 400 L |
Frequently asked questions
Can I get it glossy?
The data sheet says glossy is available on request. Ask us when you order.
Is it suitable for exterior walls?
Yes, it is listed for interior and exterior use, with good humidity and UV resistance in National’s description.
Buy in Sharjah and Dubai
Al Tashteb Al Saree is an authorised National Paints retailer in Bu-Tina, Sharjah. Message us on WhatsApp with your shade and texture.
Sources
- National Super Finetex data sheet (PDF)
- National Paints systems specifier (PDF)
- National Paints surface preparation guide, Sec. A-2 (PDF)
All via AEC Online, retrieved 4 November 2026. Quantities are our own calculations. The main image is illustrative.
