Sadolin is an international heritage coatings brand renowned across Kenya and East Africa for benchmark woodcare finishes, timber preservatives, polyurethane floor varnishes, and architectural decorative paints. Sourced and supplied by Paints Kenya for contractors, carpenters, joinery workshops, and developers.
Founded in 1907 in Copenhagen, Denmark by Gunnar Sadolin, the Sadolin brand has stood for over a century as a world-leading benchmark for timber care, wood stains, and protective coatings. Backed by the global coatings expertise of AkzoNobel, Sadolin holds legendary standing across Kenya and East Africa—particularly for its celebrated Woodcare line including Sadolin Classic All Purpose Woodstain, Sadolin Extra Durable Clearcoat, Sadolin Polyurethane Floor Varnish, Sadolin Yacht Varnish, and Sadolin Wood Preserver, alongside architectural innovations like Sadolin Weatherguard, Wallguard, and Super Gloss Enamel. Paints Kenya operates as an independent trade supplier and turnkey painting contractor, sourcing authentic Sadolin formulations directly for residential joinery, safari lodge construction, hotel renovations, and commercial developments with verified batch dispatch, KRA eTIMS invoicing, and technical application support.
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Sadolin 1K Synthetic Automotive Enamel is an authoritative high-gloss solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 12 - 14 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Commercial Truck Bodies, Matatus & Buses.
Sadolin 2K Acrylic Auto Primer Surfacer is an authoritative matt grey solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 8 - 10 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Automobile Body Panels, Sanded Body Filler Repairs.
Sadolin 2K Polyurethane Auto Clearcoat is an authoritative mirror gloss solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 10 - 12 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Automotive Basecoats, Passenger Cars.
Sadolin 88 Plus Colours Interior Emulsion is an authoritative silk water-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 11 - 13 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Interior Living Areas, Commercial Offices.
Sadolin Acrylic Eggshell Interior Finish is an authoritative eggshell water-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 11 - 13 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Kitchen Plaster, Bathroom Walls.
Sadolin Alkali Resistant Wall Primer is an authoritative matt white solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 10 - 12 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Fresh Cement Plaster, Exterior Stucco Masonry.
Sadolin Aluminium Wood Primer is an authoritative metallic grey solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 11 - 13 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Resinous Hardwood Timber, Cedar & Cypress Eaves.
Sadolin Aluminox Aluminium Heat-Reflective Paint is an authoritative metallic lustre solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 12 - 14 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Fuel Storage Tanks, Exposed Industrial Pipework.
Sadolin Ambiance Luxury Interior Emulsion is an authoritative velvet silk water-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 12 - 14 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Interior Master Suites, Dining Spaces.
Sadolin Aquaflex Elastic Waterproofing Membrane is an authoritative elastomeric satin water-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 1.2 - 1.8 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Concrete Flat Roofs, Gutters & Valleys.
Sadolin Beautiflex Solvent Opaque Woodstain is an authoritative satin solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 12 - 14 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Weathered Exterior Cladding, Fascia Boards.
Sadolin Bituminous Aluminium Solar Reflective Roof Paint is an authoritative metallic silver solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 7 - 9 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Bituminous Roofing Felt, Corrugated Iron Roofs.
Sadolin Bituminous Black Protection Paint is an authoritative gloss black solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 6 - 8 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Underground Steel Pipes, Vehicle Chassis Frames.
Sadolin Body Filler Putty is an authoritative fine paste solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of Varies with dent repair volume, and long-lasting protection across Automotive Steel Dents, Weld Seam Contours.
Sadolin Budget Emulsion is an authoritative matt water-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 9 - 11 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Rental Unit Walls, Store Rooms.
Sadolin Budget Gloss Enamel is an authoritative gloss solvent-based coating from Sadolin Paints delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 10 - 12 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Site Security Gates, General Ironwork.
We do more than supply paint. Sienna Paints Kenya provides professional application teams, substrate moisture testing, crack remediation, priming, and multi-coat application backed by verified quality control across Kenya.
Yes. Paints Kenya sources and supplies genuine Sadolin products directly through authorized distribution channels for carpenters, joiners, building contractors, quantity surveyors, and homeowners. You can request a proforma quotation online or contact our technical team via WhatsApp for trade pricing and batch verification.
Sadolin is an international coating and woodcare brand owned by AkzoNobel, the global paints and performance coatings leader. Paints Kenya is an independent paint supplier, procurement partner, and professional turnkey painting contractor. We supply authentic Sadolin products to contractors and clients without claiming exclusive dealership or manufacturing rights.
Sadolin Wood Preserver and Sadolin Classic woodstains penetrate deeply into timber capillary structures rather than forming a superficial brittle film. Formulated with active micro-fungicides and trans-oxide UV absorbers, they protect timber from tropical wood rot, termites, borers, and solar bleaching, making them the standard specification for Kenyan hardwood doors, pergolas, and safari lodges.
For indoor timber surfaces, Sadolin provides Sadolin Polyurethane Floor Varnish (available in Clear and enriched timber tones) which provides exceptional scratch and chemical resistance for parquet floors; Sadolin Extra Durable Clearcoat for interior joinery; and Sadolin Sanding Sealer for rapid grain filling prior to lacquer application.
Yes. Beyond timber care, Sadolin produces high-grade architectural coatings in East Africa including Sadolin Weatherguard® (pure acrylic exterior masonry paint), Sadolin Wallguard® (dirt-resistant exterior finish), Sadolin Vinyl Silk and Vinyl Matt emulsions, Sadolin Super Gloss Enamel, and Sadolin Roofguard®.
Yes. In addition to material supply, Paints Kenya fields specialized wood finishing craftsmen and painting crews. Our teams handle mechanical sanding, moisture testing, wood preservation, stain balancing, and multi-coat polyurethane or yacht varnish application strictly following Sadolin technical data sheets.
Sadolin woodstains and varnishes are typically packaged in 500ml, 1 Litre, 4 Litre, and 20 Litre metal containers. Architectural emulsions and primers are supplied in 1 Litre, 4 Litre, and 20 Litre contractor pails, allowing precise estimation for projects of any scale.
Yes. All commercial orders and contractor supplies fulfilled by Paints Kenya include fully compliant Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) eTIMS fiscal invoices, complete with your company PIN and site reference for simplified tax reconciliation.
Sourcing Notice: Sadolin Paints products are supplied by Sienna Paints Kenya subject to availability and project requirements. Sienna Paints Kenya is an independent supplier and project sourcing specialist for contractor bills of quantities. All brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective manufacturer.
