HOME HAS A SOUL

We believe a home is not only a physical space, but a reflection of personal identity, emotions and lifestyle.

Through seamless surfaces, natural textures and thoughtful craftsmanship, Semiforêt helps transform spaces into places with character.

The Story Behind Semiforêt Microcement

From Paint Industry Heritage to Microcement Innovation

Semiforêt founder Shirley Q grew up in a family involved in the custom painting and coatings industry, with experience serving international industrial clients across demanding applications.

Her perspective was shaped by both this industry background and her international education. After completing her undergraduate studies in New York City, she pursued a master’s degree in luxury management in France. Exposure to China, North America and Europe influenced her understanding of materials, interiors and the relationship between design and everyday living.

Why Semiforêt Was Created

In 2013, Shirley encountered microcement floors and walls for the first time and was immediately drawn to their seamless, architectural character.

But when she began searching for microcement for her own home, she struggled to find a product that matched what she wanted.

Some finishes felt too industrial. Others required careful maintenance and raised concerns about staining and long-term durability.

After searching across different markets without finding a satisfactory solution, she decided to develop a different approach.

Developing a Better Microcement Experience

Drawing on her family’s experience in the paint and coatings industry, global supply-chain capabilities, and technical collaboration with a co-founder from a German chemical company, Shirley began developing what would eventually become Semiforêt.

More than five years of research, development and iteration followed.

The goal was not simply to create another decorative coating, but to develop a microcement system that balanced three qualities:

Refined aesthetics. Practical performance. Long-term durability.

Semiforêt Microcement was born from that process.

From Material to Surface System

Semiforêt was created around one clear idea:

Microcement should not only look seamless on the first day. It should perform as a complete surface system in real spaces.

That philosophy continues to guide the brand today.

From floors and bathrooms to walls, stairs and selected custom surfaces, Semiforêt focuses on the complete relationship between substrate preparation, layered application, mineral texture and protective finishing.

The result is a surface language that feels calm, architectural and refined — designed not only for how a space looks, but for how it is lived in.

From coating-industry experience to material development, Semiforêt was created to make microcement more refined, considered and enduring.

  HISTORY

Concept development began around a more refined and durable approach to microcement.

2016  

2019  

Early product launch and first batch of users.

2021  

Technical system development advanced through deeper material research and application testing

2022  

 Semiforêt gained growing recognition on social media and among design-conscious homeowners.

The brand continued expanding its user base and project experience across different regions.

2023  

Semiforêt established its presence in Singapore and Malaysia, with a showroom now open in Singapore.

2024  

The brand continued expanding into new markets, with growing interest from the Middle East, Europe, and other regions.

2025  

Our partners

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  Global Microcement Project Support

Semiforêt continues to support projects across Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Dubai, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and selected international markets.

Our Singapore showroom allows homeowners, interior designers, architects, and project partners to view real samples, understand finish options, and discuss project suitability before moving into detailed quotation or site assessment.

Interested in Semiforêt microcement for your project?

Send us your project location, floor plan, photos, and target application area.

We will advise whether microcement is suitable and guide you through the next step.