The Argile Finishes

Our products designed for all situations

Discover a complete range of premium finishes, from ultra-deep matt to elegant satin and durable lacquered coatings, suitable for both interior and exterior projects. Formulated using advanced acrylic and bio-based resins, each finish has been designed to enhance the unique beauty and depth of Argile colours, whatever the surface.

All our finishes

Available in 271 colours, made in France.

Interior | Acrylic range

Argile Mat Profond (AMP) Chalky Matt
  • Sheen: < 2%
  • Deep · Scenic

Argile Mat Profond (AMP) Chalky Matt

Deep matt finish (less than 2% sheen)
Very delicate surface due to ultra-matt aspect
Sensitive to dirt, rubbing and polishing
Wipeable (Class 2) – clean with a damp sponge
Suitable for walls in dry, low-traffic areas
Ideal for museums and scenography thanks to beautiful colour depth
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 – 10 litres

Suitable for:
  • Living room
  • Set design

Resistance: wipeable

Argile Mat Velouté (AMV) Velvet Flat Matt
  • Sheen: 3 to 5%
  • Silky · Soft · Versatile

Argile Mat Velouté (AMV) Velvet Flat Matt

Velvet Flat Matt
Smooth, velvety matt finish with 3–5% sheen
Beautiful, taut base for Argile colours
Wipeable (Class 2)
Clean with damp sponge
Suitable for ceilings and walls in dry living spaces
Ideal for regular traffic areas
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 – 10 litres

Suitable for:
  • Living Room
  • Bedroom
  • Woodwork
  • Ceilings

Resistance: washable

Satin Couvrant - Flat Eggshell
  • Brightness: 10 to 15%
  • Opaque · Filling

Satin Couvrant - Flat Eggshell

Flat Eggshell

Light eggshell satin finish (10–15% sheen)
Subtly textured with soft luminosity
Wipeable & washable (Class 1)
Smooth, durable and easy to maintain
Suitable for walls, corridors and living spaces
Appropriate for moderate traffic areas
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 – 10 litres

Suitable for:
  • Hallway
  • Slightly uneven walls
  • Passageways

Resistance: washable

Laque Matt - Durable Flat Matt
  • Sheen: 3 to 5%
  • Resistant · Durable

Laque Matt - Durable Flat Matt

Durable Flat Matt
Smooth, taut matt finish with 3-5% sheen
Extremely durable (acrylic polyurethane resin)
Washable (Class 1)
Resistant to water
Suitable for walls and woodwork
Works in dry and damp rooms
Ideal for high-traffic residential & commercial spaces
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 – 10 litres

Suitable for:
  • Kitchen
  • Bathroom
  • Woodwork
  • Child's bedroom

Resistance: washable

Laque Satinee - Eggshell
  • Sheen: 20 to 25%
  • Satin · Very durable

Laque Satinee - Eggshell

Eggshell

Smooth, taut and highly resistant
20–25% sheen
Enhances colour intensity
Wipeable & washable (Class 1)
Suitable for walls, woodwork & furniture
Ideal for High-traffic areas
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 – 10 litres

Suitable for:
  • Furniture
  • Woodwork
  • Bathroom
  • Kitchen

Resistance: washable

Interior | Bio-based nature range

The same finishes, formulated from 97% biosourced vegetable oils. The same technical performance, reduced environmental footprint, and European Ecolabel certification. To be favored for projects where indoor air quality is important.

Argile Nature Velours
  • Sheen: 3 to 5%
  • Velvety · Washable

Argile Nature Velours

Argile nature velours (ANV)
Subtle velvety matt finish with 3–5% sheen
Wipeable & washable (Class 1)
Resistant surface
Suitable for most living areas
Preferably dry rooms
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 litres

Suitable for:
  • Bedroom
  • Living room
  • Woodwork

Badge : EU Ecolabel

Resistance: washable

Argile Nature Matt (ANM)
  • Sheen: < 2%
  • Natural · Soft Matte

Argile Nature Matt (ANM)

Argile nature mat (ANM)
Deep, structured matt finish with less than 2% sheen
Wipeable (Class 2)
Fine grain texture
More sensitive to dirt & abrasion
Clean with damp sponge
Best for dry, low-traffic areas
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 litres

Suitable for:
  • Bedroom
  • Living room
  • Kid's bedroom

Badge : EU Ecolabel

Resistance: washable

Argile nature satin (ANS)
  • Sheen: 10 to 15%
  • Satin · Durable

Argile nature satin (ANS)

Argile nature satin (ANS)
Smooth, taut satin finish with 20–25% sheen
Enhances colour richness
Water resistant
Wipeable & washable (Class 1)
Suitable for woodwork & damp rooms
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 litres

Suitable for:
  • All rooms
  • Bathroom
  • Kitchen

Badge : EU Ecolabel

Resistance: washable

Exterior

Argile exterior finishes are formulated to withstand the elements while remaining microporous: the wall breathes, moisture escapes. Available in all colours.

Argile mat velouté extérieur (AMVE)
  • Sheen: 4 to 6%
  • Matt · Microporous · Facades

Argile mat velouté extérieur (AMVE)

Smooth Masonry

Velvety matt exterior finish with 4–6% sheen
Flexible, microporous film
Fine, even texture
Washable & weather resistant
Suitable for facades and exterior woodwork
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 – 10 litres

Suitable for:
  • Exterior walls
  • Exterior woodwork

Resistance: washable

Argile laque satinée extérieure (ALSE)
  • Sheen: 20 to 25%
  • Satin · Microporous

Argile laque satinée extérieure (ALSE)

Exterior Eggshell

Smooth, taut satin finish with 25% sheen
Flexible, microporous film
Washable & weather resistant
Ideal for exterior woodwork protection
0.75 – 2.5 – 5 litres

Suitable for:
  • Exterior wood

Resistance: washable

Need help finding the right finish?

Our paint experts have designed this finish guide so that in just 4 questions, we can offer you the finish that's right for you.

Preparation

Good finishing starts with good preparation

If your walls are new (plasterboard, fresh skim coat), a primer is essential before applying your finish. The Argile teams can advise you at the showroom or by phone.

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Questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions

Another question?
What's the difference between washable and scrubbable?

Washable paint can withstand gentle cleaning with a damp sponge, without scrubbing. Scrubbable paint can withstand more vigorous cleaning with a diluted household product. In practice: for a bedroom or a lightly used living room, washable paint is sufficient. For a kitchen, bathroom, child's bedroom, or hallway, opt for a scrubbable finish.

Are Argile finishes available in all colours?

Yes, all finishes are available in the 276 colours of the Argile colour chart.

Where are Argile finishes developed?

All Argile paints are manufactured in France, at an industrial site located in the south of France. The Nature range uses resins made from sunflowers grown and harvested in France and Europe.

How to choose between the Classic and Nature ranges?

Both ranges offer the same technical performance and visual appearance. The Nature range is formulated with 97% bio-based vegetable oils, with VOC emissions below 5 g/L and European Ecolabel certification. It is particularly recommended for children's bedrooms, people sensitive to odors, or projects where indoor air quality is a priority.

Can I use an interior finish on an exterior wall?

No. Interior finishes are not designed to withstand bad weather and outdoor climatic variations. For a facade or exterior woodwork, Argile offers specific finishes: Argile Mat Velouté Extérieur and Argile Laque Satinée Extérieure, both microporous to allow the substrate to breathe.