Terramate is a high-quality antique paints manufactured in India. Made with natural stone pigments, this natural paint series is reminiscent of ancient methods of paint making. Terramate is a high-performance emulsion paint in matt finish has the properties of natural stone as it doesn’t change the basic composition of the stone. Being antifungal, Terramate helps to curtail the growth of fungus and algae to retain the initial beauty of walls and surfaces forever. An eco-friendly paint that is washable and with breathing properties, is a truly sustainable product.
In ancient India, paint was made from locally available materials such as plant stains, vegetable juices, flower pigments, etc. But these natural colour pigments fade away over a period of time. To overcome the challenge of colour fading, different painting techniques using inorganic pigments were developed in those times. Tree stains like shellac, charcoal, conch powder, etc were mixed with colouring which was produced from various colour stones ground together. Several ingredients of medicinal value were also blended to produce paints. Indian Mural paintings in varied colours are classic examples. Terramate paint made of different stones ground together is reminiscent of ancient painting art.
Paints popular in recent times are usually developed from petroleum components. While on the contrary, Terramate is made from natural stone pigments. Since it retains the basic composition of natural stones, it remains natural. As a result of this unique feature, the paint retains its natural properties, colour never fades and is everlasting.
Terramate stands out from other paints in its application. It can be applied on walls, roof tiles, pots, stone, cement blocks, exterior or interior floor surfaces. The walls can be either plain or textured surfaces. Due to its matt finish, it provides a muddy effect to the surface. It is also suitable for mud houses. Owing to the fact that it is made of stone pigment, the paint retains the properties of mud. On pots and roof tiles it gives a fresh and natural look. Teramatte paint can be applied on surfaces using a brush, rollers, and spray. Terramate is washable , any stains can be removed by rubbing with water though scrubbing with metal or brush with strong brussels is not recommended.
Terramate paint is produced by grinding natural stones. As the paint is made by grinding and without disturbing its fundamental characteristics, the micro particles will join together to form natural pores known as capillary holes. Since air passage is possible through these capillary holes, moisture or water vapour present inside the wall or brick are evaporated. As a result unlike other paints, Terramate prevents bubbling of the paint layer over a period of time. Terramate considers this breathing procedure as a rare achievement.
