Tamped Earth

A dense finish defined by a compacted and lightly irregular surface.

Tamped Earth is characterised by a compressed surface formed through repeated working of the material. The finish presents a firm, continuous plane with subtle variation in texture and tone, resulting from the compaction process.

The surface remains largely uniform, with variation expressed through slight inconsistencies rather than pattern or relief.

Customisation

This finish can be adjusted through the following parameters:

  • Degree of surface compaction
  • Level of surface irregularity
  • Scale of tonal variation
  • Colour (Clayworks colour range, colour matched, or bespoke colour)

This finish may be achieved using:

  • Clayworks Interior Clay Plaster
    • Smooth
    • Demi Rustic
    • Rustic
  • Clayworks Exterior Finish
    • Demi Rustic
    • Rustic
  • Clayworks Tadelakt

Tamped Earth example finishes

Tamped Earth

Work with our Design Studio

We welcome conversations with architects and designers to explore ideas and develop finishes through sampling and specification. Our team is here to support the process from initial enquiry through to realised surface. Please get in touch to discuss your project.