Tockay is a distributor of natural finishes made from eco-compatible ingredients, respectful of both health and the environment. Founded in 2005 by Carole Hili, an artisan painter and decorator, Tockay offers an original range of lime, casein and clay-based paints and wall plasters, as well as oils, woodstains and waxes.

Our products are manufactured in Germany by Kreidezeit and Auro, two companies that have chosen to declare in full the ingredients contained in each of their products and are signatories to the Code of Conduct of the International Association of Natural Building Materials (In.Ve.Na.). Each product is tested to European standards (more stringent than in North America) and has been awarded an EU VOC Value Certificate in accordance with 2004/42/EC. All products distributed by Tockay are solvent-free and petrochemical-free. All ingredients are eco-compatible. Most residues are even compostable. In all cases, they are suitable for household waste, unlike residues from synthetic products, which remain hazardous products.

No, the application of natural paints is generally comparable to that of ordinary synthetic paints, but they may have certain characteristics of their own. As they contain no chemical ingredients to enhance certain behaviors, they may require occasional stirring during application, and have slightly longer drying times. These characteristics are not a major obstacle in themselves, and above all avoid the use of toxic ingredients. All you need to do is observe a few simple rules of application. We invite you to read our Guide Sheets for the different types of application. Don’t hesitate to contact us to choose the natural paint best suited to your project and expectations.

For equivalent quality, natural paints are no more expensive than synthetic paints. To compare two paints, it’s important to consider the yield* of each paint, for the same quantity. This makes it possible to calculate the quantity of paint needed for a project, and therefore the cost of the materials required.

*It should be noted that the yield may vary according to the way the paint is applied, as well as the porosity of the surface. It is therefore strongly recommended to properly prime all surfaces before applying a finishing paint.

*Please note that coverage may vary depending on the painting method, but also on the porosity of the surface. It is therefore highly recommended to properly prime all surfaces before applying a finish coat.

Écohabitation Article: Coût des peintures vs. performance et qualité (in French only)

Yes, our natural wall finishes are offered at rates up to 30–40% more affordable than the competition, while maintaining a very high level of quality and authenticity. We make natural wall finishes accessible! Request a free quote to compare

All Tockay products are available for purchase via our online boutique (tab ”Boutique”). You will be offered the option of “Pick up at our warehouse” (Entrepôt Fredyma, 5755 Des Rossignols Blvd., Laval) or “Delivery” (Canada Post).

Pick-ups are available the day after you place your order, on working days. For orders placed on Fridays, pick-ups will be available the following Monday.

Fredyma warehouse opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

If you need any advice, don’t hesitate to send us an e-mail, we’ll be happy to help!

Some Tockay products are also available at Juneau in Quebec City (casein primer, lime paint, natural dry pigments and tools).