If you’re deciding between a soft, artisan wall finish and a sleek, seamless concrete look, Moroccan Clay and Concretta FS each offer distinct visual styles and design benefits. Both create elevated, hand-crafted plaster surfaces, but they differ in texture, durability, moisture resistance, and ideal application areas.
This guide, Moroccan Clay vs Concretta will help you choose the right finish for your space, using only Meoded recommended products and tools for best results and long-lasting performance.
Our Moroccan Clay is a DIY-friendly clay plaster with a soft, matte finish made for interior spaces, while Concretta, our water-resistant microcement plaster, is perfect for showers, bathrooms, and exteriors.
Same earthy elegance, different strengths. Let’s dive into the details.
What is Moroccan Clay?
Moroccan Clay is an authentic clay plaster. Its natural composition ensures lasting performance, while its beautiful, hand-troweled texture creates soft movement and visual depth, ideal for smooth interior walls across both modern and traditional spaces.
Thoughtfully designed for both professionals and DIYers, Moroccan Clay is effortlessly trowel-applied, delivering exceptional coverage, long-term breathability, and lasting performance. Its natural mineral composition ensures a surface that’s not only beautiful, but built to endure.
Crafted for warm, layered, hand-troweled texture. It delivers a soft matte surface with natural movement, making walls feel calm, organic, and lived-in.
- Best suited for: Bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, offices, accent walls, and boutique retail environments.
- Finish appearance: Soft, velvety, matte depth with artisanal texture.
- Use: Interior only. Not designed for high-moisture rooms, floors, or exterior applications.
Moroccan Clay Product Features:
- Trowel-applied for artistic depth and natural texture
- Smooth, matte finish with subtle warmth & movement
- Natural clay composition for strength and longevity
- Low VOCs – safe, breathable, and eco-conscious
- Superior coverage – use less to achieve more
- Easy to use – perfect for both pros and first-time DIY’ers
- Pair with Meoded’s Quartz Primer,and invisible Stain Shield sealer for a complete system
Moroccan Clay Projects: Product and Tool Overview
| Step | Product | Purpose |
| Surface Prep | Meoded Quartz Primer | Ensures proper adhesion and grip on the wall surface. |
| Finish
Tools |
Moroccan Clay
Meoded Trowels or Spatulas |
Matte. Can be lightly burnished. Comes in 88 curated colors and can be custom tinted.
Use stainless steel trowels or spatulas to apply two coats for a beautiful trowel-applied matte finish. |
| Sealer | Meoded Stain Shield | Protects the finish from dirt, marks, and gentle cleaning. |
Note: Gentle cleaning is recommended. Moroccan Clay is not designed to withstand heavy abrasion or water exposure.
Moroccan Clay Shopping List
Buy Meoded Stainless Steel Trowels or Spatulas
What is Concretta FS Microcement?
Concretta FS is Meoded’s high-performance microcement system that creates a smooth, seamless, modern concrete aesthetic. A natural microcement plaster designed to be in wet and humid areas such as showers, tub surrounds, backsplashes & countertops. Concretta has superb adhesion and can be applied directly over tile and marble surfaces. It can be applied extremely thinly while still offering strength, water resistance, and durability when properly sealed, and is ideal for both interior and exterior surfaces.
- Best suited for: Showers, Bathrooms, kitchens, low traffic floors, furniture, fireplace surrounds, entryways, commercial interiors, and select exterior applications.
- Finish appearance: Sleek modern concrete – matte to gloss depending on the sealing system.
- Use: Interior and exterior.
Concretta Microcement Product Features:
- The no demo, renovation plaster of choice – adheres directly onto tile, granite, fiberglass and many other surfaces.
- Trowel-applied for a smooth, modern finish
- Matte finish with subtle movement
- Water-resistant and sealed for showers and humid space
- Superior strength, and longevity to Tadelakt
- Ideal for pros and advanced DIY’ers
- Pair with Meoded Quartz Primer for painted / waterproofed drywall
- Use Meoded PlasterGuard over every application.
- For horizontal surfaces like low traffic floors and countertops use Meoded PlasterSeal Plus over PlasterGuard
Concretta Projects: Product and Tool Overview
| Step | Product | Purpose |
| Surface Prep | Meoded Quartz Primer (for most surfaces) | Creates a bonding bridge. |
| Direct-to-Tile/Granite Prep | No primer needed if applying directly — Concretta is formulated for strong adhesion on tile/stone. | |
| Reinforcement | Fine Mesh embedded into first coat | Adds structural stability. |
| Finish
Tools |
Concretta FS
Whiteout Trowel |
Matte to subtle sheen. Comes in 88 curated colors and can be custom tinted.
Recommended for smooth applications without scratch marks. |
| Sealer | Meoded PlasterGuard | Durable protective sealer for entire application. |
| For Floors / Countertops / Horizontal Surfaces | Meoded PlasterSeal Plus | Additional protection against wear, staining, and moisture on horizontal surfaces such as floors and countertops. |
Note: Regular cleaning with mild soap and warm water is recommended.
Concretta Shopping List
Appearance & Style Comparison
| Feature | Moroccan Clay | Concretta FS |
| Look | Warm, earthy, artisan matte | Sleek, minimal, concrete-modern |
| Texture | Hand movement visible | Smooth, refined |
| Atmosphere | Soft and organic | Spa-like and contemporary |
| Ideal Aesthetic | Mediterranean, organic, cozy, bohemian | Modern, industrial, Scandinavian, luxury minimalism |
Durability & Use
Moroccan Clay is perfect for modern rustic spaces where tactile depth and organic warmth matter most.
Concretta FS is ideal for modern minimalist spaces where durability and moisture resistance are essential, such as:
- Showers (with correct system)
- Kitchen backsplashes
- Bathroom walls
- Entryways and high-traffic hallways
- Low Traffic Floors and countertops (with PlasterSeal Plus topcoat)
- Select exterior facades
How to Choose:
| If You Want… | Choose |
| A soft, artisan wall finish | Moroccan Clay |
| A strong, waterproof, seamless finish | Concretta FS |
| A warm, natural feel | Moroccan Clay |
| A modern, architectural concrete look | Concretta FS |
| To finish showers, floors or countertops | Concretta FS only |
Ready to Start Your Project?
Order color samples, request product specs, or speak with our technical support team for application guidance.
> Shop Moroccan Clay
> Shop Concretta FS Microcement System
> Look for a Meoded Near You (Dealer Director)
> Request and Purchase Ready-Made Samples
FAQs
Moroccan Clay FAQs
Q: Is Moroccan Clay waterproof?
A: No — it is not waterproof. It’s for interior, dry areas only. For protection, seal with Meoded Stain Shield.
Q: Can Moroccan Clay be used in a bathroom?
A: It can be used on dry bathroom walls away from direct water, but not in showers or splash zones.
Concretta FS FAQs
Q: Can Concretta be used in a kitchen?
A: Yes. It is an excellent choice for kitchen walls, backsplashes, and countertops when sealed with PlasterGuard and PlasterSeal Plus on horizontal surfaces.
Q: Can Concretta be used inside a bathtub?
A: Not recommended. While it adheres, bathtubs and soaking vessels hold standing water, which can eventually compromise the finish.
Q: Can Concretta be used outdoors?
A: Yes. Concretta FS is suitable for select exterior applications, when sealed correctly.
Q: Can Concretta be used on shower walls?
A: Yes. Concretta FS is suitable for shower walls, just ensure to properly apply its designated PlasterGuard sealer.
Additional Blogs and Resources:
Moroccan Clay Technical Data Sheet
Concretta Technical Data Sheet
Moroccan Clay vs Limewash: DIY Wall Finishes Compared
Moroccan Clay DIY Matte Plaster Blog
3 Reasons Top Designers Love Meoded Concretta
What is Microcement? A Complete Guide to this Popular Plaster for Showers
Moroccan Clay vs Concretta: Our Popular Social Media Guide