TERRA-ARCH Terracotta Panel
TERRA-ARCH™ Terracotta Tile
Terracotta Panels are one of the most recognized terracotta cladding materials, typically made from weathered natural clay, extruded under vacuum, and fired in a high-temperature roller kiln to achieve superior density and color consistency.
TERRA-ARC Terracotta Panels are high-performance façade elements that build upon this advanced manufacturing process to deliver outstanding design flexibility, color stability, and durability. They support multiple installation systems, including solid wall and rainscreen façade assemblies. With customizable finishes, profiles, and textures, TERRA-ART panels empower architects to realize distinctive and sustainable design visions for contemporary architecture.
TERRA-ARCH™ Terracotta Tile
Lightweight Solid Terracotta Cladding for Precast & Architectural Wall Systems
TERRA-ARCH™ Terracotta Tile is a high-performance, solid terracotta cladding solution engineered for precast concrete panels and architectural wall systems. Designed with a slim profile and high structural stability, it delivers the natural warmth and texture of terracotta while significantly reducing façade load.
This lightweight terracotta tile system offers an efficient and durable alternative to traditional masonry or heavy cladding materials, making it ideal for both new-build developments and prefabricated façade solutions across the UK.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 10 mm – 15 mm |
| Length | 100 mm – 1200 mm |
| Height | up to 600 mm |
| Mass per unit area | approx. 21.5 kg/m² (at 10 mm thickness) |
Joint Design Options
To provide architectural versatility and performance adaptability, TERRA-ARCH™ offers two joint configurations:
Straight Edge Joint
Clean, modern appearance
Suitable for interior feature walls and contemporary façades
Shiplap Rainscreen Joint
Overlapping profile for improved water management
Suitable for low-rise exterior façades
Enhances resistance to wind-driven rain
These options allow designers to achieve both aesthetic flexibility and functional performance
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 18 mm – 150 mm |
| Length | up to 3300 mm |
| Height | up to 990 mm |
| Mass per unit area | approx. 45 kg/m² (at 30 mm thickness) |
Textures & Finishes
TERRA-ARCH Terracotta Panels are available in a wide range of textures, surface finishes, and natural fired colors, as well as colorful glazing options.
Each surface treatment expresses the natural beauty of clay while offering unique tactile and visual effects.
Advanced technologies such as micro-carving and 3D inkjet printing enable customized façades that bring architectural creativity to life.
Natural Flat Finish
A natural smooth surface that highlights the authentic beauty of fired clay.Different degrees of surface fineness can be produced upon request, creating elegant and minimalist façade expressions.
Sanding Finish
The sandblasted terracotta tile series provides a distinctive tactile quality and a refined visual texture. TERRA-ARCH offers varying levels of surface roughness to meet different design requirements and lighting effects.
Grooved Finish
The grooved-surface façade series allows architects to define elevation lines and rhythm through panels of different groove widths and depths, creating dynamic and sophisticated visual compositions.
Linear Finish
The linear-textured rainscreen panels feature regular or irregular, deep or shallow striped patterns.They can be combined with other terracotta surfaces to achieve layered, contemporary façade aesthetics.
Glazed Surface
TERRA-ARCH offers glazed terracotta panels in a full spectrum of RAL colors, available in both matte and glossy finishes.These panels combine the timeless texture of clay with vibrant, long-lasting color performance.
Wood Grain Texture
Produced using a specialized molding process, the Wood Grain terracotta series replicates the natural texture of wood, featuring rich color variations and a realistic, organic appearance.This series is ideal for facades, interior walls, and flooring, adding warmth and character to architectural spaces.
Special Shape
TERRA-ARCH provides customized terracotta façade elements, including bespoke profiles, shapes, surface textures, glazes, and colors. By collaborating closely with architects and designers, TERRA-ARCH delivers tailored solutions that meet unique project requirements.
Ceramic Finish
The TERRA-ARCH Ceramic Finish features refined surfaces that authentically replicate the natural look of wood, marble, cement, and granite.Available in smooth and matte options, these panels deliver consistent color and surface quality over time, offering designers a versatile and elegant solution for contemporary façades.
Carved Panel
TERRA-ARCH micro-carved panels feature intricate surface patterns achieved through precise carving technology.They are often used as accent elements within terracotta façades, adding artistic depth and decorative highlights to building designs.
TERRA-ARCH™ Colours
TERRA-ARCH™ terracotta panels are available in natural through-body colours and custom glazed finishes, offering durable and flexible design options.
Standard Colours
Produced from high-quality natural clay and precision firing, through-body colours are derived from five base tones:
White · Yellow · Brown · Red · Grey
These colours are UV-stable, weather-resistant, and retain long-term vibrancy.
Glazed Finishes
Advanced glazing techniques provide:
Pure glaze colours
Multi-layer effects
Custom colours can be matched to RAL standards for precise project coordination.
Durable, colourfast, and suitable for varied climatic conditions.
