Caparol CapaAcryl Primer is a specialized waterborne primer by DAW SE engineered to resist alkali saponification on fresh concrete. Providing 7.0–9.0 m²/litre coverage, it is the primary primer for exterior paints. Sourced and applied by Sienna Paints Kenya.
Alkali-resistant pure acrylic exterior primer engineered to neutralize free lime, block efflorescence, and provide an adhesive foundation for exterior acrylic facade paints.
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.
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.