Sandtex Blog & Insights

Practical guides on paint, colour, preparation and finishes — written for Nigerian homes and Nigerian weather.

• How to choose the right paint finish for your space

  Matt, satin or gloss changes how a colour reads and how well the wall survives daily life. A room-by-room guide.

  Products & Finishes · 1 min read

• Matt vs satin: what is the difference?

  The two finishes most people choose between, compared on durability, light and where each one belongs.

  Products & Finishes · 1 min read

• How to prepare your walls before painting

  Most paint failures are preparation failures. The steps that decide whether a finish lasts two seasons or ten.

  Painting Tips · 1 min read

• How to choose exterior colours for your home

  Strong sun, red dust and heavy rain all change how an exterior colour ages. What to weigh before deciding.

  Colour Inspiration · 1 min read

• How much paint do you need for a room or building?

  Buying short leaves a visible join. Buying long wastes money. The arithmetic, and the step people skip.

  Painting Tips · 1 min read

• Common painting mistakes and how to avoid them

  The eight errors we see most often on Nigerian sites, and what to do instead.

  Painting Tips · 1 min read

• What to consider when choosing paint for exterior walls

  Nigerian weather is unforgiving outside. What a coating has to resist, and how to read a product label.

  Products & Finishes · 1 min read

• A practical guide to caring for painted walls

  Cleaning too hard is how a washable finish stops being washable. The gentler method that actually works.

  Painting Tips · 1 min read