The Complete Home Painting Guide for Indian Homeowners

From choosing the right brand and finish to understanding paint types and ensuring safety—this is your all-in-one guide to painting right the first time.

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Types of Paint & What They are Made Of

Understanding the type of paint and its ingredients helps you make smarter, safer decisions—especially for indoor use or homes with kids, elders, or pets.

1. Emulsion Paint

• Base: Water
• Use: Most interior and exterior walls
• Pros: Low odour, washable, durable
• Price: ₹140–₹600/litre
  🔷 Easy Build Tip: Opt for low-VOC or zero-VOC emulsions for bedrooms and children’s rooms.

2. Enamel Paint

• Base: Oil or synthetic resin
• Use: Wood, metal, doors, windows
• Pros: Glossy, hard-wearing, water-resistant
• Price: ₹180–₹450/litre
  🔷 Easy Build Tip: Use alkyd-based enamel on grills or iron gates for rust protection.

3. Distemper

• Base: Chalk, lime, water
• Use: Budget walls (rental homes, old buildings)
• Pros: Cheap
• Cons: Not washable, flakes easily
• Price: ₹30–₹80/litre
  🔷 Easy Build Tip: Avoid distemper in high-humidity areas—switch to low-cost emulsion instead.

4. Epoxy Paint

• Base: Epoxy resin & hardener
• Use: Floors, industrial areas, wet zones
• Pros: Chemical & abrasion-resistant
• Price: ₹300–₹600/litre

5. Texture Paint

• Base: Acrylic with added sand/silica
• Use: Feature walls, facades
• Pros: Decorative, covers imperfections
• Price: ₹500–₹1000 per 20 sq. ft.

6. Heat Reflective or Cool Roof Paint

• Use: Terraces, tin roofs, factory sheds
• Brands: Indigo Cool Roof, Shalimar Cool Roof
• Benefit: Lowers indoor temperature by 3–5°C
  🔷 Easy Build Tip: Choose heat-reflective white or light tones for best performance.

🛡️ Paint Safety Guide for Indian Homes

Painting can be toxic if not handled carefully—especially in homes with children, seniors, or pets.

✅ 1. Ventilation is Key

• Always keep windows and doors open during and after painting
• Use exhaust fans in small rooms

✅ 2. Choose Low-VOC or VOC-Free Paints

• VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) are found in cheaper or oil-based paints
• Can cause headaches, nausea, and eye irritation
• Look for “Green Seal”, Eco Mark, or Asian Paints Royale Health Shield

✅ 3. Store Paint Safely

• Keep away from kids and sunlight
• Reseal tightly to avoid chemical breakdown

✅ 4. Use Personal Protective Gear

• Mask, gloves, and safety glasses if DIY
• Avoid direct skin contact

✅ 5. Pregnant Women, Infants & Seniors

• Should stay away during and 48 hours after painting

🔷 Easy Build Tip: Use paint with anti-bacterial or anti-fungal properties in kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.

Paint Types vs. Area Usage Chart

🔷 Easy Build Tip: Always apply primer + two coats for maximum life and best colour finish.

Common Paint Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Learn from what many Indian homeowners get wrong:

❌ Skipping primer → paint peels quickly
❌ Same paint for all rooms → results in poor performance in wet areas
❌ Choosing dark colours in small rooms → rooms feel smaller
❌ Wrong finish → difficult to clean or too reflective
❌ Buying from unauthorized stores → fake or expired products

🔷 Easy Build Tip: Always ask for GST invoice + batch number. Avoid "discount" paints without labels—chances are, they are counterfeit.

✅ Final Paint Checklist – The Easy Build Way

✔️ Primer suitable to surface
✔️ Room-specific paint & finish chosen
✔️ Trusted, certified brand purchased
✔️ Colour tested under natural & artificial light
✔️ Bought from authorized store or from Easy Build Website or its nearest Experience Center

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Blog Authored by Amrendra Singh on behalf of Easy Build