Tadellino
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Tadelakt Inspired Water Resistant

Tadellino

Our signature bathroom finish. Tadellino is Tadelakt inspired — a high-performance water resistant plaster for showers, baths, and wet areas. Seamless, no grout lines, water resistant. The ancient Moroccan technique reimagined for modern Australian homes.

Modern Bathroom
Moody Shower
The Finish

Seamless. Water Resistant. Alive.

No grout lines. One continuous surface, hand-polished with stone.

Modern Bathroom
The Technique

Ancient Craft.
Modern Bathroom.

Tadellino takes its inspiration from Tadelakt — a traditional Moroccan lime plaster used in hammams for centuries. The lime reacts during application to form a water resistant surface.

No grout lines. No sealer. No tiles cracking at the joints. Just one continuous surface, hand-applied and polished with a stone.

Every wall is unique. The natural variation in the finish is part of its beauty.

Modern Bathroom
Moody Shower
Dark Shower
Outdoor Shower
What You Get

Features

  • Naturally water resistant
  • Completely seamless — no grout lines
  • Polishable to a beautiful glossy finish
  • Antibacterial surface (high-pH lime)
  • Ideal for showers, baths and splash zones
  • Interior and exterior use
  • Low VOC — Green Star compliant
  • Non-combustible (AS 1530.1 certified)
  • 10-Year Limited Warranty
Why Choose It

Benefits

  • Looks like stone — feels like luxury
  • One continuous surface from floor to ceiling
  • No tiles to crack, no grout to stain
  • Ages beautifully — develops character over time
  • Can be re-polished to restore the finish
  • Suitable for residential and commercial wet areas
  • Tadelakt inspired — ancient Moroccan craftsmanship
Colour Range

Available Colours

Custom colours available — we can match any Dulux or Resene code.

Bone White
Warm Ivory
Stone Grey
Charcoal
Sage Green
Blush Pink
Terracotta
Midnight
Inspiration

Project Gallery

Modern Bathroom
Modern Bathroom
Moody Shower
Moody Shower
Dark Shower
Dark Shower
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Shower
Atmospheric Shower
Atmospheric Shower
Bathroom
Bathroom
Vanity
Vanity
Shower Detail
Shower Detail
Bathroom Feature
Bathroom Feature
Classic Finish
Classic Finish
Finish Detail
Finish Detail
Texture Detail
Texture Detail

Common Questions

Does it need a sealer in the shower?

Tadellino is water resistant through its application process. The lime reacts to form a naturally water resistant surface.

Are there grout lines?

None. It's a completely seamless surface — one continuous finish from floor to ceiling if you choose.

What's the substrate?

Tadellino requires a render coat first — it doesn't go direct to plasterboard. A waterproofing membrane is recommended under the render in wet areas.

Can it be any colour?

Yes — wide standard range plus custom colours to match any Dulux, Resene, or Porter's code.

How long does it last?

10-Year Limited Warranty when applied by our trained applicators. Properly maintained, it lasts indefinitely — and can be re-polished if needed.

Ready to Start?

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Talk to Matt about your project — he can walk you through the product, colours, and give you a realistic quote.

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