*All Asian Paints decorative products do not contain any added Lead, Mercury, Arsenic and Chromium fromApril 2008 Asian Paints Limited 6A, Shantinagar Santacruz (E) Mumbai 400 055 All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. No part of this material may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means (graphics, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping or information storage retrieval system) or reproduced in any disc, tape, perforated media or other informations storage device etc. without the written permission of Asian Paints Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Copyright Asian Paints Ltd. All disputes are subject to Mumbai jurisdiction only. BRIGHT RED CLEAR BLUE SKIES; colours are all around us, colours make us happy and what’s more, the use of right colours can make your home look beautiful. When it comes to painting, Asian Paints is with you every step of the way. We help you choose colours and textures and guide you through the painting process. The Beautiful Homes Guide is just our way of making your home beautiful for you. The Beautiful Homes Guide will show you how you can bring exciting colours and textures into your home, how to select the right colours and finish for each room, which paint best fits your budget, what the correct painting system is and how to keep your home new and beautiful for years. Go on, bring home some happiness and excitement! All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. GRASS, BALLOONS, FRESH GREEN Get started! Now that you are ready to begin painting . . See how colours and textures combine interestingly to transform your home. you need to find out which paints you need for different surfaces and how much they cost. HOW TO USE THE Choose your colours It’s time to take the first simple step towards making your home beautiful. Choose your paints Once you’ve chosen your favourite colours and textures.HOMES BEAUTIFUL The Beautiful Homes Guide has 3 parts. GUIDE.this section will help you find tips and advice on painting and caring for your paint. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. There's a whole variety of colours. textures and interesting wall patterns to choose from. And while you’re at it. Paint your walls in exciting ways. find out what you can do to protect and enhance the look of your windows.CHOOSE COLOURS. All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. YOUR . doors and furniture. This is a simple tool which will help you choose colour combinations for your rooms. you can begin choosing the colours and textures for your feature wall. Paint this wall a dominant colour and give it a texture or pattern. You like blue. a wall that has no doors or windows. This wall will become your feature wall and the main point of attraction in the room. . IMPACT OF LIGHT AND COLOUR Light can really change the way your room looks.YOUR BEAUTIFUL HOME. IT’S Use an accent colour with a texture or pattern for one wall and let the other walls in the room take a colour that matches well. The remaining three walls can now be painted with a matching colour. TWICE Whether it’s a pretty pink or a classy blue. But why stop at one? Combine two colours in interesting ways and see how your home comes to life. TWO AS NICE. Warm yellow bulbs will give the room a cosy atmosphere while white lights will create a fresh. But which colour goes best with it? Use the Colour Combination Card to find out. Do this for each room. MAKE ONE WALL A FEATURE WALL Look around you and see which wall stands out from the rest. airy feel. YOUR COLOUR. Pick your favourite shade and paint your home in that colour. Choose the wall with the least clutter and the most visibility. while light colours make smaller rooms look bigger than they are. Ideally. COLOURS. colour can really liven up your home and announce your attitude. Every day is lovely when you wake up to your favourite colour. Be sure to keep this in mind when choosing a colour. Dark colours work really well in large rooms with good daylight. Once you've decided on a wall. CHOOSING COLOUR COMBINATIONS. Choose lights that go with your colours. ask your dealer* for the Royale Book of Colours. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. Royale Book of Colours All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only.THE PERFECT FINISH FOR YOUR WALLS 1 Wall 3 Walls 9168 Blue Effect L152 Cream Pie 7201 Lined With Lilac 7202 Purple Pride 9406 Rose Meadows 5117 Blushing Rose Royale Shyne 7983 Canyon Sun Royale Shyne 7384 Dolphin Dance 7975 Roasted Sesame 8331 Grey Flannel 7920 Yellow Metal 8332 Snowflake 7767 Harvest Season 4214 Sweet Corn ROY ALE SH YN E 540 For N ULSIO EM RY XU LU other exciting colour combinations. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers . TEXTURES FOR YOUR WALLS Canvas 1 Wall 3 Walls Combing Colourwash Base Coat Top Coat 1 Royale Play Weaving Base Coat 1 Base Coat 2 Top Coat Caribbean Green 7512 Out of Blue 9151 Night Edition 7429 Royale 7476 Bay Breeze Top Coat 2 7882 Solemn Yellow X112 Glowing Rust 7112 Wisteria 7939 Yellow Gleam Base Coat 9112 Violet Light Top Coat 8128 Touch of Rouge 9116 Airy Merry Base Coat Top Coat 9190 Classic Blue 7516 Fresh Mint 7476 Bay Breeze Ragging Spatula Dapple Base Coat Top Coat 9406 Rose Meadows X136 Purple Prose 8220 Grape Delight Base Coat 7503 Teal Blast Top Coat 7429 Night Edition 7691 Tree of Life Base Coat Top Coat 7722 Glimpse of Spring 7455 Maritime Green 7483 Iced Teal ROYA LE PL AY SP CTS FFE LE IA EC PAINT 252 For other exciting textures. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers . ask your dealer* for the Royale Play and Metallics Book. Royale Play and Metallics Book All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. Royale Play and Metallics Book AY PL LICS TAL ME All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers . ask your dealer* for the Royale Play and Metallics Book.METALLIC TEXTURES Ragging 1 Wall 3 Walls Dapple Brushing Base Coat Top Coat 1243 Classic M 0U42 Wedgewood 7372 Phantom Lake Base Coat Top Coat 8026 Daylight M 8087 Wild Pink 8019 Coral Rocks Base Coat Top Coat 8166 Violet Scream M 002 Silver 9460 Grey Wash Royale 7890 Sisal Mat Royale Play Metallics Crinkle Base Coat Spring Grass 7719 Top Coat Old Brick M 8613 Sponging Spatula Weaving Base Coat Top Coat 7909 Mango X112 Glowing Rust 7970 Nacho Cheese Base Coat Top Coat 7897 Cream Custard M 7926 Light Ochre 7883 Whipped Cream Base Coat 1 Base Coat 2 Top Coat 8505 Beige Accent 7824 Garden Frolic M 7622 Olive Path 7964 Custard Apple RO YA LE 252 For more exciting metallic finish effects. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers . Royale Glitter Shadecard ION ULS EM RY XU All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. ask your dealer* for the Royale Glitter Shadecard.ADD SOME GLITTER 1 Wall 3 Walls M403 Antique Gold 8532 Easter Lily M501 Indian Copper 0940 Antique White M005 Moonlit Silver 8219 Lavender Hush Royale Glitter M006 Royale Gold Royale 7940 Pale Pearl M104 Seascape Silver 7724 New Green M502 Silver Blush 9412 Pearly Pink M205 Champagne Silver L109 Icy Peak RO YA LE LU 48 For more exciting glitter effects. Wall Fashion Book All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. ask your dealer* for the Wall Fashion Book.Diya 9395 Pearl Cream Wall Colour Stencil Colour 9214 Mix Blue L105 Crystal Peak L105 Crystal Peak Wall Colour Stencil Colour 9413 Pink Silk L151 Raw Jute L151 Raw Jute Wall Colour Stencil Colour 7526 Jade Impact 7901 Mustard 7891 Wheat Sprig ROY AL E LU 70 For RY XU ION ULS EM more exciting patterns. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers .FASHION FOR YOUR WALLS Royale 8030 Coral Cove Butterfly 1 Wall 3 Walls Fern Frames Royale 9395 Pearl Cream Wall Colour Stencil Colour 7512 Caribbean Green 7905 Peeping Sun 7905 Peeping Sun Wall Colour Stencil Colour 7294 Caspian Sea 7512 Caribbean Green 7490 Gulf of Aden Wall Colour Stencil Colour 6134 Smoke Grey L127 Sesame Seed L127 Sesame Seed Raga Mudra Zari Stencil . Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers . Ultima Book Of Colours A IM LT All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. ask your dealer* for the Ultima Book Of Colours.MAKE A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION Trim Body 8617 Sunbaked Clay 8020 Desert Ivory 7927 Casablanca 3119 Cashmere N 7823 Italian Olive 0387 Magnolia Apex Ultima L104 Cotton Wool Apex Ultima 0520 Signal Red 7480 Still Aqua L108 Cream Pudding 8763 Moccasin L146 Sonnet 7342 Waikiki 0N13 Silk Route AP EX U 63 For more exciting colour combinations. Browns and White and other colour combinations ask your dealer* for the Satinscapes Book. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers .COLOUR THE WINDOWS. DOORS AND GRILLS 7407 Azure Sky 7741 Sporting Green 7954 Dreamsicle Sonnet L146 0R05 Mahogany 4254 Satin Brown 8056 Pink Linen PR EM IU M Dried Spices 8749 30 For exciting colours including Black. Satinscapes Book NE TI SA MEL NA All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only. ask your dealer* for the Asian Paints Ideas On Wood Book. Please visit an Asian Paints Colourworld dealer and refer the shade name or the shade code against an Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette for actual shade reference. Ideas On Wood Book RY INISH DF OO W All shades shown in this book are for indication purposes only.WOOD FINISHES FOR YOUR FURNITURE Transparent PU Finishes Asian Paints PU Glossy Opaque PU Finishes Asian Paints PU Palette 326 Orange Tan 339 Paper Brown Asian Paints PU Matt 407 Baltic Blue 347 Floral Yellow PU LU XU 16 For stunning wood finish ideas. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers . All images shown in this page are for indication purposes only. MORE BOOKS. find its exact shade match with the Asian Paints Colour Spectra or Colour Palette. Still searching for that perfect look for your home? Here’s help. PICKING SHADE. textures. Browse through all our other recommended books for ideas on colour combinations. * Select Asian Paints Colourworld dealers .asianpaints.com/colourshoppe FOR MORE FINISH SPECIFIC ASK YOUR ASIAN PAINTS COLOURWORLD DEALER*. 1800 shades Colour Spectra SHADE CARDS Purchase them online at http://www. THE RIGHT Once you’ve chosen your favourite colour. patterns and much more for your rooms.MORE IDEAS. Want to see how your favourite shade will look on your wall? Once you’ve chosen your colours. We send you 3 prints of these combinations so that you can see for yourself how it’s going to look. Our experts create combinations based on your choices. Take a photograph of your home (interiors or exteriors).com/visualizer *These services are available only at select Asian Paints Colourworld outlets. our customised visualisation service. Take a photograph of your home and put it on a CD. Hand it to your nearest Asian Paints Colourworld dealer * and come back in a few days to collect the results! Visit http://www. there are three ways to see how they will look in your home. SEE THEM COME ALIVE. Take home samplers of the selected shades. Test them on your walls. Put it on a CD and give it to your nearest Asian Paints Colourworld dealer *.asianpaints.FOUND YOUR FAVOURITE SHADES? NOW. Want to try different colour combinations? Go on to our website and use our Visualiser tool to try as many colour combinations as you want on the image of your room until you get your perfect colour. *These services are available only at select Asian Paints Colourworld outlets. Want expert advice? Get 200 ml Samplers at the nearest Asian Paints Colourworld dealer* and try them on your wall before you decide on the right colour. . See your home in three different colour combinations chosen by you with Foresite. Select the one that you like the most. the invoice and warranty card will be sent to you. from start to finish. our Relationship Associate will not only help you choose the right colour combination and themes for your house but also supervise the work at the site to ensure it is upto your satisfaction. Asian Paints Home Solutions is available in 13 cities across India. • Ahmedabad • Bangalore • Baroda • Chandigarh • Chennai • Coimbatore • Delhi • Hyderabad • Jaipur • Kochi • Kolkata • Mumbai • Pune . Step 3: Meet our Relationship Associate Once your site is booked with us. One year warranty After the painting is complete. we do that too! It works in 3 simple steps: ASIAN PAINTS Step 1: Get in touch with Asian Paints Home Solutions Call us at 1800-209-5678 Or email us at: customercare@asianpaints. Step 2: Schedule an appointment Our Sales Associate will take an appointment to come to your home. Our customer care executives will also call you and get your valuable feedback. measure paintable area and prepare an estimate.com Or SMS PAINT to 56161 FROM START TO FINISH. examine your walls.HASSLE FREE PAINTING HOME SOLUTIONS If you’d like us to take care of the entire painting process. Now let’s find out which types of paint go on what surfaces. YOUR CHOOSE YOUR PAINTS CHOOSE . and how to budget for it.PAINTS. You’ve chosen the perfect colour combination for every room. Material Cost/sq. # PRICES MAY VARY UP TO +Rs.ft. 2-3 finish coats on top ( Royale Luxury Emulsion / Premium Emulsion / Tractor Emulsion) Coverage Washability Royale Shyne Luxury Emulsion Royale with a higher sheen and radiance having Teflon™ Surface Protector Luxurious higher sheen finish Best-in-class durability and stain resistance Anti fungal shield Royale Luxury Emulsion Luxurious smooth finish with Teflon™ Surface Protector Luxurious smooth sheen finish Best-in-class durability and stain resistance Anti fungal shield Premium Emulsion Smooth matt finish for interior walls Tractor Emulsion Performance of an emulsion paint at prices comparable to distemper Matt finish Higher durability compared to distemper Product Features Matt finish High durability Stainguard™ Excellent washability Key components for a perfect interior finish: Darker shades may require up to 3 coats of emulsion. Choose CHOOSING THE RIGHT Your Royale or Royale Shyne Luxury Emulsion with INTERIOR EMULSION Teflon surface protection for extended durability.ft.30 / Sq.ft.*# (With recommended primer and putty) Rs. 8.00 .ft. please follow the painting process mentioned below.00 per Sq.50 .1 coat of Asian Paints Decoprime Wall Primer (water thinnable) 5.*# (With recommended primer and putty) Rs. 2 coats of Asian Paints Acrylic Wall Putty (recommended for smoothness) 4. THESE PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF A SET OF RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS.1 coat of Asian Paints Decoprime Wall Primer (Water thinnable) 3.75 per Sq. ™ LUXURY LUXURY PREMIUM ECONOMY 1.8.ft. .PAINTING WALLS INSIDE YOUR HOME For best results while using Asian Paints Interior Emulsions. interior walls deserve the best. Rs. Now log on to our website or scan the QR code and easily calculate the painting cost of your interiors with the Budget Calculator. 0.25 per Sq. Bare wall (Sand the surface) 2.7.ft.75 .7.*# (With recommended primer and putty) Rs.00 per Sq. 6.*# (With recommended primer and putty) INTERIOR EMULSION OF YOUR CHOICE Decoprime Water Thinnable (Recommended Primer) Acrylic Wall Putty (Recommended Putty) * ALL PRICES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF LABOUR CHARGES.6.7. 5.50 per Sq.3. Crack filler & Biowash (to fight microbial growth) 3.1 coat of Asian Wall Putty (recommended for smoothness) 4.ft.best results while using Asian Paints PAINTING THE For Exterior Emulsions. 2-3 finish coats on top (Apex Ultima /Apex /Ace) Anti . PREMIUM ECONOMY Apex Ultima 1.00 per Sq. Now log on to our website or scan the QR code and easily calculate the painting cost of your exteriors with the Budget Calculator.25 . # PRICES MAY VARY UP TO +Rs. 3.ft.ft. Resistance to Dust EXTERIOR EMULSION OF YOUR CHOICE Rs. . humidity and heat Protection against alkali and UV degradation Ace Exterior Emulsion Timeproof Beauty for your budget Matt finish Superior performance compared to cement paint For dry climate conditions Has cleaner shades than cement paint Key components for a perfect exterior finish: Darker shades may require up to 3 coats of emulsion. please follow the painting process WALLS OUTSIDE mentioned below.*# (With recommended primer and putty) Rs. Apex Ultima is the best paint for your exteriors with its Colour Stay™ property.Algal Product Features High performance exterior paint with one of its kind performance warranty** Rich sheen Colour Stay™ .walls look younger for longer Advanced anti-algal formula Dust Pick Up Resistance Wide shade range **Conditions apply. (With recommended primer and putty) Exterior Wall Primer (Recommended Primer) Asian Wall Putty (Recommended Putty) * ALL PRICES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF LABOUR CHARGES.*# Rs. 0.50 . THESE PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF A SET OF RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS. And it’s very affordable too. Apex Weather Proof Exterior Emulsion WeatherProof Exterior Emulsion Soft sheen WeatherGuard .protection against high rainfall. Please refer to the Asian Paints Apex Ultima Product and Warranty Guide for more details.ft.*# (With recommended primer and putty) Material Cost/Sq.1 coat of Asian Paints Exterior Wall Primer (water thinnable) 5.ft. 7.75 per Sq.30/sq. CHOOSING THE RIGHT EXTERIOR EMULSION LUXURY Good exterior walls can create a great first impression.5. Bare wall (Surface cleaning & Wirebrushing) 2. 0. (With recommended primer and filler) Rs.25 per Sq.1 coat of Asian Paints Wood Primer 3. 2 finish coats on top (Premium Satin Enamel / Premium Gloss Enamel) Metal Primer Knifing Paste Filler Key components for a perfect finish: Premium Semi Gloss Enamel Water based. Coverage Doors and Windows .ft.5 . durable and washable. 7.1 coat of Asian Paints Metal Redoxide Primer 5. THESE PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF A SET OF RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS. 9. 9.9. quick drying enamel Semi gloss finish No odour Quick drying Excellent washability Stain resistant Premium Satin Enamel Excellent levelling and finish Soft sheen finish Excellent washability Stain resistant Anti fungal Premium Gloss Enamel Excellent high gloss enamel High gloss finish Excellent washability Stain resistant ENAMEL OF YOUR CHOICE Product Features Darker shades may require up to 3 coats of enamel. # PRICES MAY VARY UP TO +Rs. Darker shades may require up to 3 coats of enamel. . LUXURY PREMIUM Gates and Grills . 2 coats of Asian Paints Knifing Paste Filler (recommended for smoothness) 4.ft. Now log on to our website or scan the QR code and easily calculate the painting cost of your wood & metal surfaces with the Budget Calculator. For best results while using Asian Paints Wood & Metal Surface Enamels.*# (With recommended primer and filler) * ALL PRICES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF LABOUR CHARGES. Use Premium Satin Enamel to get a soft sheen which is tough.7.9.5 . 2 coats of Asian Paints Acryllic Wall Putty (recommended for smoothness) 4. CHOOSING THE RIGHT ENAMEL FOR YOUR DOORS.PAINTING DOORS.1 coat of Asian Paints Wood Primer 5.ft.Wooden Surfaces Key components for a perfect finish: Washability Wood Wood Wood 1.00 .ft. 7.*# Metal Rs. please follow the GRILLS AND GATES painting process mentioned below.00 .50 per Sq.ft.*# Rs.25 per Sq. GRILLS AND GATES LUXURY Enamel paints protect your wood and metal surfaces and keep them looking new.Metal Surfaces 1.*# (With recommended primer and filler) Rs.1 coat of Asian Paints Metal Redoxide primer 3. Bare wood (Sand the surface) 2.8.ft.7. 8.25 . 2 finish coats on top (Premium Satin Enamel / Premium Gloss Enamel) YOUR CHOICE OF WOOD FINISH Rs. Sand the surface 2.75 per Sq.ft.*# Metal Wood Primer Acrylic Wall Putty Material Cost/Sq.75 per Sq.30 / Sq. ft.ft. beverages etc. 12.28. Wood Filler (if required) 3. THESE PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF A SET OF RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS. Flexible film . 26.50 . CHOOSING THE RIGHT WOOD FINISH LUXURY (INTERIOR) Wooden furniture need special paints that can enhance their life while retaining their grain pattern.*# (With recommended wood filler and sealer coats) Rs. please follow the painting process mentioned below.12.25 . Rs.SPECIALITY WOOD FINISHES For best results while using Asian Paints Wood Finishes. Anti fungal Available in matt and glossy variants Key components for a perfect wood finish: PU Interior YOUR CHOICE OF SEALER COATS YOUR CHOICE OF WOOD FINISH Melamyne PU Exterior Material Cost/Sq. beverages etc. Bare wood (Sand the surface) 2.ft.75 per Sq. Now log on to our website or scan the QR code and easily calculate the painting cost of your wood surfaces with the Budget Calculator.ft.*# (With recommended wood filler and sealer coats) * ALL PRICES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF LABOUR CHARGES.highly durable Anti algal Available in matt and glossy variants Best stain resistance to hot food. 23. Wood Filler # PRICES MAY VARY UP TO +Rs. .25 per Sq. 2-3 finish coats (Asian Paints PU / Asian Paints Melamyne) Coverage Washability PU INTERIOR MELAMYNE PU EXTERIOR Transparent clear coating Scratch resistance to sharp objects like nails Product Features Transparent clear coating Scratch resistance to sharp objects like nails Best stain resistance to hot food.24.ft. beverages etc.00 per Sq. 2-3 Sealer Coats 5. PREMIUM (INTERIOR) LUXURY (EXTERIOR) 1.30 / Sq. Choose Asian Paints PU for tough and durable finish which preserves the natural beauty of wood. Stains to colour the wood (optional) 4. Available in matt and glossy variants Transparent clear coating UV resistant Good stain resistance to hot food.*# (With recommended wood filler and sealer coats) Rs. 0.75 . Toll free No. * Prices are based on estimations of the surface conditions and the actual area to be painted. These rates will change in case there is an increase * These rates will change in case there is a change in the MRP of the products. SINGLE WALL Did you know that by changing just one wall in your room.ft. * This is an approximate cost.MAKEOVERS ROYALE PLAY Create a variety of special effects on interior walls with this texture finish paint. Only Rs 2500-3000* for a wall of 100 Sq. . these makeovers are all very affordable. texture chosen etc.ft. Only Rs 7000-7500* for a wall of 100 Sq.com NOTES: Or SMS PAINT to 56161 Prices are based on estimations of the surface conditions and actual area be painted. Actual cost will vary based onto finish. your room will look as good as new? What's more. To get these stunning wall finishes and many more call Asian Paints Home Solutions. ROYALE PLAY METALLICS Try something different with this metallic designer look. in the MRP. Only Rs 7500-8000* for a wall of 100 Sq. : 1800-209-5678 Or email us at: customercare@asianpaints. WALL FASHION Stylish wall themes that can really transform your home.ft. log on to www.com/dealers to find your nearest authorised Asian Paints Colourworld dealer or call the Toll Free Helpline on 1800 209 5678 You can also scan the following QR code on your smartphone to locate the nearest Asian Paints Colourworld Dealer.asianpaints.GET STARTED! You’ve decided how you want your walls to look. Congratulations. you’re now on your way to creating the perfect home! Read on to find out how to carry out the perfect painting job. Also learn how to increase the life of your paint. and you’ve chosen paints to fit your budget. Before you get started. GET STARTED . Check for seepage or leakage. exterior primer may not be required. Look out for structural cracks. What to keep in mind while repainting? In case you are painting your home again make sure that the old paint is removed from the walls with sandpaper. Fill it with cement and sand mixed in 1:3 ratio. re-plaster the area. Use exterior primer or exterior sealer to remedy this. For exterior surfaces curing of 35 days is recommended. Wash it off with a strong jet of water. Paint only after that. How to get rid of surface irregularities? Walls sometimes have holes. check whether the wall surface is alkaline (ph value less than 11) with a ph paper. Use the checklist below to prepare your walls before painting. For best paint performance. give it 7-21 days so that it dries properly and smoothes out. If present. Repainting Check for loose particles on the wall surfaces. dents or cracks. Look for undulations on wall.BEFORE PAINTING What to do before applying paint? CHECKLIST Interior Surfaces New Painting The wall surfaces should be cured well before painting. Use exterior primer or exterior sealer to remedy this. Look out for cracks on the wall and get them filled. seepage or microbial growth. scrape it off with a wire brush. Check for leakage. check to see if there is dampness on the wall surface from water seepage. Check for cracks on the wall surface. check whether the wall surface is alkaline (ph value less than 11) with a ph paper. Exterior Surfaces New Painting The wall surfaces should be cured well before painting. For best performance of your paint. Check for microbial growth. scrape it off with a wire brush. If you apply new plaster. BEFORE PAINTING. . For interior surfaces curing of 6 months is recommended for best results. repair the leaking pipes and other sources of moisture. Check for seepage or leakage. If you find any dampness. Dampness on the walls? First. If present. To get a smooth perfect finish fill these up with a mixture of cement and sand. Look out for holes and cracks on the wall surface. Structural cracks should be filled with cement and sand mixed in 1:3 ratio. If the old paint is loose or chalky. If present arrest it at the source with the help of a efficient plumber. arrest it at the source with the help of a efficient plumber. Repainting If the old paint is loose. Check for porous chalky wall surfaces. For sound & smooth surfaces. Check for porous chalky wall surfaces. Cover furniture with tarpaulin or newspapers. Needless to say. How to protect your exterior walls? Over time exterior walls can crack and expand to allow small plants to grow between them. you need to clean the stains as soon as the damage is done. the life of your paint can increase with proper care and maintenance. visit http://www. tea etc. For more information on the painting process and videos on painting. How to keep your wall fresh and clean? How to protect your furniture and appliances ? Cover all your electrical points. It is a good idea to clean your indoor walls regularly to keep them fresh looking. Care for them just like you would for your walls. It’s a good idea to apply a single coat of paint once in every 2 years. How important is ventilation? Make sure there is good ventilation while painting. with a piece of cloth soaked in detergent solution. A light water wash is the best solution for this. Keep your doors and windows open. How to correctly dilute the paint ? Before paint is applied it must be diluted with either water (for walls) or Mineral Turpentine Oil (for doors. You can wipe off stains caused due to sauce. doors and grills to lose its gloss. Choose a paint with high dust resistance to keep your exteriors like new. Employ a good civil contractor to check them for wear and tear and fix problem areas. The hot sun can cause enamel paint on your windows. How to take special care of your doors and windows? Good looking doors and windows can really add to the overall look of your home.asianpaints. Dust from traffic can dull your walls. windows and grills).com/paintingguide . See the Directions for Use on each paint can for exact dilution and drying time. Use masking tape to prevent paint spilling over.PAINTING PROCESS THE PAINTING AFTER Like with most things. Paint Calculator Painting Videos Your Voice After you have chosen your favourite shades and selected paint products.asianpaints. Find informative videos that will help you understand the technicalities of painting and guide you through the complete painting process. find answers to all your painting queries here. This is an active online chat service that works 7 days a week. Here.www.com COLOUR AND DÉCOR WEBSITE INDIA’S MOST FEATURE-RICH Décor Inspiration Get amazing design ideas with recommendations from experts and designer suggestions. seek their expert advice and clear any confusion related to painting. Bring the latest trends alive on your walls and lend your home your personal touch. For all this and much more. Colour Selection/Product Information Ask Aparna From choosing your favourite colour to finding information related to specific paints in the Paint Selector section. If you have any queries or complaints regarding our products or services. . just write to us and we will respond to them within 48 hours. you can talk to our expert Colour Consultants online. this section will help you easily estimate the total painting expense. do visit our website. chat online with our colour consultants to solve your colour queries.com www.com Ask Aparna . If you require any further information or advice: 1800 209 5678 (Toll Free) @ [email protected] hope the Beautiful Homes Guide has given you everything you need to know about painting and making your home beautiful. HAPPY PAINTING! .asianpaints.