
Earth
and clays have been prevalent in construction throughout the ages. These
products of nature were adapted by combining elements, such as colors and
minerals, to develop the first wall coatings. Through man's ability and creative
genius, structures were transformed into warm, enjoyable living spaces.
Throughout the Mediterranean Plate, minerals such
as quartz and kaolinite are at the origin of the ochreous earth. As for the
range of colors, it remains today something of a mystery of nature, a process of
evolution within the hills over millions of years.
The colors of the region are so rich and intense
that it has been a source of inspiration for many artists. They are the colors
of the earth, the sky, the flowers, and the sea, brilliantly illuminated like
nowhere else in the world.
Terramed is a natural ochre plaster made of clays
from the Mediterranean basin combined with sand and cellulose. Cellulose is
added in order to slow the drying process and bind the clay and sand together.
One is able to achieve an effect that not only is beautiful but durable as well.
There is no addition of chemicals in the composition. Only natural pigments made
from the ochre extracted from the quarries around Provence are added to enhance
some of the naturally colored clays. Terramed is entirely authentic,
environmentally sound and non-toxic.
Terramed
is available in 9 colors popular in Mediterranean interiors. These colors come
naturally from clays found throughout the Mediterranean Plate of Europe. It can
be used for residential, commercial, or health care facilities, but is intended
for indoor use only. Terramed comes in a dry form and combines with water. In a
single process, Terramed is applied with a trowel over a primed substrate to a
desired texture
Terramed is a textured wall treatment made in
France, to recreate the ambiance of Mediterranean interiors. All natural,
authentic, affordable, and easy to use, Terramed is the right treatment to
achieve a certain refined style.
BE CREATIVE
Adding straw, finely crushed shells, or small
pebbles during the mixing stage, will result in a more rural or nautical or
rustic wall surface.
BENEFITS
There are many
features of Terramed that you will find appealing.
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100% Natural – Composed entirely of clay, sand, and
cellulose.
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Non-toxic – hypoallergenic, no chemicals added,
non-abrasive to the skin.
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Easy to Apply – Combine with water and trowel on to
desired texture
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Cost – Compares favorably to other wall texturing
processes, plastering, faux finishes.
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Simple maintenance – Terramed requires no special
maintenance
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Repairable – Surface can easily be patched with
re-application of like material.
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Redecorating – Down the road, Terramed is able to be
replaced during redecorating---or simply paint over it for a new color
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Flexible – Finish may be smooth or may be applied to
achieve variety of textures.
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Resistant – Terramed resists mold, mildew, pests,
and is non-flammable.
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Historically accurate – These colored clays have
been used in construction for hundreds of years throughout the Mediterranean
region

You can basically put terramed any
place where you can put wall paper, with the exception of not being able to put
it on the ceiling. It should also not be used outside.