Crown Alkali Resistant Wall Primer is an architectural and protective coating manufactured by Crown Paints. Formulated for a modified alkyd-based primer for masonry and gypsum surfaces, it delivers reliable film durability and coverage across residential, commercial, and industrial facilities in Kenya.
A modified alkyd-based primer for masonry and gypsum surfaces.
Duracoat Alkali Resistant Primer is a high quality water based acrylic copolymer primer intended for use on masonry surface to minimize unsightly white salts or "efflorescence" migrating through the applied coating system. The primer forms a barrier over alkali substrates limiting the reaction with atmospheric Carbon Dioxide thus reducing the formation of unsightly white deposits or "efflorescence" on the surface typically associated with coating of highly alkaline fresh masonry.
Plascon Alkali Resistant Primer is an advanced matt solvent-based coating from Kansai Plascon delivering exceptional durability, coverage of 9 - 11 m²/L, and long-lasting protection across Fresh Alkaline Cement Plaster, Exterior Boundary Masonry.
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.
A single pack, very thick and heavy primer that possesses excellent corrosion resistance due to galvanic protection. Based on modified synthetic resin and zinc metal anticorrosive pigment.
CP FLOORTEK Waterborne Epoxy Primer: It is recommended on interior floors which require high mechanical and chemical resistance
A water-based primer for interior and exterior masonry surfaces. Based on alkali resistant emulsion.
A single pack, air drying, Alkyd based Primer for Steel.
A premium acrylic latex primer undercoat for use on new or previously painted woodworks. It provides optimum sealing, excellent adhesion, resistance to peeling and cracking with maximum hiding. This product contains a tannin blocker to resist wood stains thus sealing and protecting bare wood surfaces such as siding, trim, doors and windows
Duracoat Floprime Sealer is a Two Component solvent free Epoxy primer for cementitious substrate.
Aqueous 2-component aliphatic polyurethane matte sealer engineered to provide extreme scratch resistance, UV stability, and chemical protection over epoxy and PU floor systems.
Crown Silicon Clear Sealer- water based, is a high-quality silane based clear coating for protecting both interior and exterior building brick work, concrete, cement rendering, natural or cast stone etc. having excellent capillary penetrations. This enhances a uniform coating to all capillaries and
A modified alkyd-based primer for masonry and gypsum surfaces.
SikaPower®-2900 Primer is an internationally certified polyurethane direct glazing construction solution from Sika Kenya delivering outstanding durability, adhesion, and protection for building and civil engineering projects across Kenya.
SikaTack® Panel Primer is an internationally certified polyurethane direct glazing construction solution from Sika Kenya delivering outstanding durability, adhesion, and protection for building and civil engineering projects across Kenya.
An oil based economical undercoat for interior and exterior use.
Crown Multi Surface Primer is a water-based fast drying corrosion inhibiting adhesion promoted primer used in conjunction with Crown Aqua Glow topcoat, the finishing system performs exceptionally well under all weather conditions to a range of metal surfaces. It incorporates latest technology in pur
A single-pack etch primer based on modified Polyvinyl Butyral resin, rust inhibitive pigments and acid.
Penetrating wall primers, alkali-resistant sealers, and smooth acrylic skimming putties to prepare concrete, plaster, and drywall before painting.
High chemical alkalinity (pH 12 to 14) in fresh Portland cement plaster burns standard paint pigments, while migrating capillary moisture deposits soluble mineral salts (efflorescence) beneath the film, resulting in unsightly white crystalline crusts, chalking, and blistering.
100% pure acrylic exterior weather-shield paints engineered to resist extreme equatorial UV radiation, driving rain, and algae growth on facades and boundary walls.
Water pooling and ponding leaks penetrating concrete slabs into ceilings below.
Severe rust and pitting on industrial steel beams, gantries, pipelines, and outdoor metal structures.
Why standard PVA paints bubble over fresh cement plaster. The science of alkali resistance, efflorescence blocking, and deep-penetrating masonry primers.
Painting a newly built home requires strict chemical and moisture discipline. Fresh plaster is highly alkaline and damp. Premature coating causes saponification and peeling. Here is the professional plaster-to-topcoat protocol.
The definitive engineering guide to cement-sand plaster hydration, carbonation, and moisture testing in Kenya. Explains why premature painting causes saponification and how calibrated Tramex meters prevent coating failure.
That chalky white crystalline crust blooming across your brick or plaster is efflorescence. It is not mould; it is migrating mineral salts pushed out by evaporating moisture.
Comparing water repellency, microporous breathability, and fungal resistance across exterior wall systems and architectural masonry finishes in Kenya.
Kenya’s climate is beautiful but unforgiving: rich red volcanic soil, blistering UV sunlight, and heavy downpours. How to pick exterior palettes that look stunning and resist staining.
Equatorial UV breaks down economy paint binders within two seasons, leaving chalky powder and bleached walls. High-performance exterior coatings use pure acrylics or silicone resins to repel torrential rain while resisting solar radiation.
Coastal properties in Kenya face extreme marine environments: airborne sea chlorides, year-round 80%+ humidity, and porous coral rag masonry. Discover the engineering standards governing marine-grade coatings, salt washdowns, and silicone weatherproofing.
Skipping the primer is the single most expensive mistake in painting. Here is how primers, undercoats, and topcoats work together as a three-part structural system.
Seamless epoxy flooring delivers high aesthetic beauty, chemical resistance, and extreme durability. However, success depends 100% on concrete moisture testing, mechanical diamond grinding, and correct resin chemistry.
Applying a single thick coat to save time causes sagging and patchy coverage, while over-diluting paint with water forces four watery coats. The industry standard remains one primer coat followed by two full-strength topcoats.
Children's rooms require specialized paint: low-VOC emissions for respiratory safety, Class 1 scrub resistance for washable crayon and marker marks, and calming colour schemes that support peaceful sleep.
Exterior walls with peeling paint, powdery chalking, and bleached fading cannot simply be painted over. Successful restoration requires forensic diagnosis, high-pressure washing, stabilizing primer application, and high-performance weatherguard coatings.
Solid timber doors, mahogany architraves, and kitchen cabinetry demand specialized wood finishes. Learn how professional timber contracting utilizes sanding sealer, wood stains, clear varnishes, and polyurethane enamels to highlight grain while resisting moisture.
A technical guide to preparing outdoor masonry for high-impact commercial murals and brand wall activations across Kenya. Covers crack stitching, high-opacity white acrylic grounds, lightfast exterior pigments, and UV clearcoats.
Exterior facade painting in Kenya demands rigorous surface preparation: pressure washing, masonry crack stitching, alkali-resistant sealing, and pure acrylic or silicone topcoats capable of surviving equatorial sun and monsoon rains.
Painting mild steel gates without removing mill scale, welding slag, and oil guarantees corrosion within months. A durable gloss finish requires solvent degreasing, mechanical wire-brushing, anti-corrosive priming, and high-build enamel.
A practical architectural solution to red volcanic soil dust staining in Kenya. Explains dirt-pickup-resistant (DPIR) acrylic polymer chemistry, architectural skirting plinth bands, and gravel splash aprons.
In retail environments, store aesthetics directly drive foot traffic and customer spend. Explore how retail painting contracting balances high-impact brand colour schemes, extreme-durability scuff-resistant finishes, and overnight store refits.
Painting over a damp wall is the fastest way to waste money in Kenya. Understand the difference between rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation before opening a tin.
Wood is an organic, breathing material that expands and contracts with humidity. Here is how to select penetrating stains, durable varnishes, and marine-grade exterior finishes.