Terra Clay Paint 101

Terra is an artisan clay paint with no rules, available in 18 striking colors. Clean your project well with Terra Clean and then let your creativity run wild. When you are ready to lock in your artwork, seal it with Terra Wax or Terra Seal.

  • Natural Earthborn Water-Based Clay Paint
  • Eco Friendly
  • Low Vocs
  • Matte Finish
  • Fasting Drying*
  • Drying times are at 77 F and 50% Relative Humidity. Cool temperatures, high humidity, thicknesses, and/or poor ventilation will extend drying times.

How to Use Terra Clean

  • Thoroughly clean your piece with Terra Clean or White Lightning
  • Lightly sand if needed.
  • Paint first coat of Terra Clay Paint.
  • Allow the first coat to dry 2-24 hours depending on the thickness before applying the second coat.
  • After the second coat, wait 24 hours before applying Terra Wax or Terra Seal.
  • Creature texture by applying thicker of thinner coats and using tools such as spatulas, fingers, etc. 
  • We recommend a natural bristle brush, you may also use spatulas, brushes, and other tools. 
  • Reconstitute with water prior to sealing.
  • Store paint at temperatures of 5-077 F degrees.

Hot to Use Terra Wax (Oil Based)

  • Apply a small amount of wax with a natural bristle brush.
  • Apply wax with small circular motions until the entire piece is waxed. 
  • Do NOT brush back wax.
  • Use a finishing pad to buff your piece after two hours to remove excess wax.
  • After 24 hours buff the entire piece with a buffing pad for a tough seal and shine. 
  • Dries in 24 hours and cures in 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks).