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30/10/2026

🌙 COLOUR AFTER DARK

We spend so much time choosing paint colours in daylight — but have you ever looked at how that same colour feels after the sun goes down?

As evening arrives and the lights come on, your wall colour can take on a completely different personality. 💡

Warm lighting can make:

🤎 Neutrals feel softer and cosier
🧡 Earthy shades appear richer and warmer
🌿 Greens feel deeper and more intimate
🎨 Bold colours become moodier and more dramatic

And with summer bringing more evening entertaining, braais and late nights with friends and family, it’s worth thinking about how your colour palette works after dark too.

💡 TIP: When choosing a new wall colour, look at it in your space during the day and under your evening lighting before making your final decision.

Same room. Same colour. A completely different feeling.

📍 Explore the possibilities at Universal Paints Roodepoort.

28/10/2026

👷 THE CLIENT CHANGED THE COLOUR. NOW WHAT? 🎨

Every contractor knows the moment… the colour has been approved, quantities have been calculated, the job is planned — and then the client says:

“Actually, I think I want a different colour.” 😅

A colour change doesn’t necessarily have to derail the project, but it does need to be managed properly.

Before carrying on:

🎨 Confirm the new colour choice before ordering or tinting more product
📐 Recheck quantities and what has already been purchased
🧱 Consider whether the colour change affects coverage or the number of coats required
💰 Discuss any additional product, labour or cost implications with the client
📋 Update the scope of work so everyone is clear on what has changed

Most importantly, get the revised colour approved before you continue.

A five-minute conversation and clear documentation now could prevent a much bigger disagreement when the job is finished.

👷 Need help adjusting your product requirements after a project change?

📍 Speak to the team at Universal Paints Roodepoort before you get back on site.

COLOUR CHANGE? REPLAN BEFORE YOU REPAINT.

26/10/2026

🧡 + 🩵 TERRACOTTA + POWDER BLUE

One is warm. One is cool. And together, they're surprisingly good.

This is a great combination if you want to introduce colour without choosing something predictable.

Use one as your dominant colour and bring the other in through a feature wall, painted architectural detail, furniture or décor.

💡 COLOUR TIP: Warm white is a great neutral to sit between these two stronger shades.

📍 Visit Universal Paints Roodepoort and talk colour with our team.

23/10/2026

Your Outdoor Furniture Can Choose the Colour

Instead of choosing an exterior wall colour first, start with something you already own — your patio furniture, outdoor cushions, umbrella or even your favourite pot — and build the colour palette around it.

For example:

🧡 Terracotta cushions → warm cream or muted clay walls
🌿 Olive furniture → soft stone or warm white
💙 Blue outdoor décor → sandy beige or fresh white
🖤 Black furniture → warm neutrals with a stronger accent colour

It’s a simple way to make a patio or outdoor entertaining area feel designed as one complete space, rather than a collection of unrelated pieces.

21/10/2026

👷 PAINTING AN OCCUPIED PROPERTY? THE JOB HAS TO WORK AROUND THE PEOPLE TOO.

Painting an office, residential complex or rental property while it’s still being used requires more than a good finish — it requires good planning and an organised site.

For contractors and maintenance teams, that means thinking about:

🛋️ Protecting furniture, floors and belongings before work begins
🚧 Working section-by-section to keep other areas accessible
📅 Planning access and working times with occupants or tenants
🪜 Keeping tools, equipment and work areas contained and organised
🧹 Cleaning as you go instead of leaving everything until the end
🤝 Communicating clearly about which areas are being worked on and when

The aim? Get the painting done professionally while causing as little disruption as possible.

Because your client remembers more than the finished walls — they remember how you managed the job.

📍 Planning an occupied-property project? Visit Universal Paints Roodepoort and speak to our team about the products and tools you need.

GOOD PAINTING. LESS DISRUPTION.

19/10/2026

☀️ SUMMER IS COMING. HOW ARE YOUR EXTERIOR WALLS LOOKING?

The warmer weather makes this a great time to walk around your property and look for:
🧱 Cracks
🎨 Peeling or flaking paint
☀️ Fading
💧 Signs of moisture
🏡 Areas that simply need a refresh

Fix the problem, prepare the surface and then repaint.

📍 Not sure what your wall needs? Visit Universal Paints Roodepoort and chat to our team.

18/10/2026

😂🎨 DAD JOKE OF THE MONTH!

What do painters do when they disagree?

🥁 They BRUSH IT OFF! 🖌️🤣

At Universal Paints Roodepoort, we believe a little humour makes every painting project brighter!

Whether you're brushing up on your painting skills or tackling your next DIY project, we've got the paint, tools and expert advice to help you get the job done right.

😂 YOUR TURN! Got a paint-related dad joke? Share it in the comments and give us a laugh!

📍 Visit Universal Paints Roodepoort for all your painting needs.

16/10/2026

☀️ YOUR HOME HAS A SUMMER ENTRANCE

Your entrance is more than just the front door. It’s the first impression of your home — and summer is the perfect time to give the whole space a fresh new look.

Instead of focusing on one feature, think about how everything works together:

🎨 Wall colour – set the backdrop for the entrance
🚪 Front door – bring in warmth, contrast or natural texture
💡 Outdoor lighting – choose fittings that complement the overall style
🔢 House numbers – a small detail that can instantly modernise the space
🌿 Pots and greenery – use them to introduce shape, texture and seasonal colour
🖤 Trims and hardware – tie the entire look together

You don’t necessarily need a major renovation. A considered colour palette and a few updated details can completely change the way your entrance feels.

☀️ Fresh. Welcoming. Ready for summer.

📍 Visit Universal Paints Roodepoort and let our team help you find the colours to bring your summer entrance together.

14/10/2026

🎨 WHERE DOES YOUR CUTTING-IN START?

A professional finish isn’t only about how quickly you can get paint onto the wall. It’s often the small details around the edges that your client notices first.

Ceilings, corners, door frames, windows, skirtings and fittings all require careful cutting-in — and having a clear sequence before you start can make the job more efficient and the finish more consistent.

For professional painters, good cutting-in is about:

🖌️ Working systematically around the room
📐 Creating clean, controlled edges
🎨 Maintaining a wet edge where needed
👷 Using the right brush and technique for the area
✨ Checking the details before calling the job complete

Because when the client walks into the finished room, clean lines speak for themselves.

📍 Get the paint and tools you need for your next project at Universal Paints Roodepoort.

CLEAN EDGES. CONSISTENT FINISH. PROFESSIONAL RESULT.

22/09/2026

🎨 COLOUR TRENDS | LOOKING BEYOND 2027

Soft, muted and beautifully understated — could Dull Pale be the future of interior colour?

Featured on SA Décor & Design, the NCS Colours Beyond 2027+: Dull Pale palette explores colours with a powdery, refined quality that sit close to neutral while still bringing subtle warmth and personality into a space.

Think softly tinted clays, mineral-inspired shades and gentle botanical tones — colours designed to create interiors that feel calm, layered and considered.

🏡 Perfect for walls, architectural details, natural materials and subtle statement accents.

👉 Discover the trend and see how these colours can work together in your space.

Read the full feature on SA Décor & Design:

Discover three South African colour palettes from Universal Paints, inspired by the landscape and designed to create distinctive moods at home.

22/09/2026

🧠🎨 Calming Palettes for High-Stress Environments

In high-stress environments such as healthcare facilities, call centres, control rooms, and educational spaces, colour plays a powerful role in supporting focus, comfort, and emotional wellbeing.

Calming palettes — including soft neutrals, muted blues, gentle greens, and warm greys — help reduce visual fatigue, lower perceived stress, and create spaces that feel balanced and controlled.

At Universal Paints, we assist businesses and specifiers in selecting colour systems that support functionality, durability, and occupant wellbeing — without compromising on performance or maintenance requirements.

Partner with Universal Paints for expert guidance on calming colour palettes designed for high-stress, high-performance environments: [email protected]

21/09/2026

🌿 COLOURS OF SOUTH AFRICA | SEPTEMBER: FYNBOS FIELDS

🌸 Spring has arrived — and our first Colours of South Africa palette takes us to the Cape, where fynbos landscapes come alive with colour.

🌱 Fynbos Fields draws from the soft botanical greens, warm earthy neutrals and delicate natural tones found across this unmistakably South African landscape.

🎨 We've taken these colours from the landscape and brought them together in a palette designed to work beautifully at home.

🏡 Use them to create a calm, natural exterior, introduce a botanical feature colour, or layer earthy tones throughout your interior.

From the landscape, to the palette, to your walls.

Inspired by our landscapes. Made for South African homes.

💚 Where would you use the Fynbos Fields palette in your home?

📍 Visit your nearest Universal Paints Direct Outlet and let us help you find your colours.

21/09/2026

🎨 PRODUCT OF THE WEEK | SAVE ON SUPER ACRYLIC 20L! ✨

Give your walls a premium, long-lasting finish with Universal Super Acrylic 20L – a high-quality pure acrylic coating designed to deliver outstanding performance for both interior and exterior surfaces and ceilings

🔥 Was R1,099 | NOW: R1,049

Why choose Universal Super Acrylic?

✅ Up to 10-year life expectancy
✅ Suitable for interior & exterior use
✅ Washable and durable for everyday living
✅ Excellent adhesion and smooth application
✅ UV resistant for long-lasting colour and protection
✅ Low VOC formulation
✅ Beautiful matt finish
✅ Tintable to a wide range of colours (colour charts available in-store)

Whether you're repainting your home, renovating a property or tackling a large project, Super Acrylic offers dependable quality and value you can trust.

📅 Special available from 1 September to 31 October 2026.
📍 Visit your nearest Universal Paints store to take advantage of this fantastic offer.

20/09/2026

🌸🏡 Exterior Prep Checklist for Spring

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home’s exterior — but great results start with the right preparation. Before you open a tin of paint, run through this quick checklist:

✔️ Check for cracks, peeling paint, and damaged surfaces
✔️ Clean walls thoroughly to remove dirt, mould, and chalking
✔️ Repair minor cracks and allow surfaces to dry properly
✔️Ensure that you prime the raw surfaces / cracks before applying a top coat
✔️ Sand rough or flaking areas for a smooth finish
✔️ Choose the right exterior paint system for your surface and climate

Proper prep helps paint last longer, look better, and protect your home through the seasons.

Visit your nearest Universal Paints Direct Outlet for expert DIY advice, prep products, and exterior paints designed to perform — all year round.

20/09/2026

On this sacred day of reflection and atonement, may you find peace, forgiveness and renewed hope for the year ahead.

Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur and an easy fast.

G’mar Chatimah Tovah. 🤍

19/09/2026

Colour has the power to tell a story — especially when it is inspired by craft, texture and heritage. 🎨

The Cultural Warmth palette celebrates tones that feel handmade and deeply connected to place.

Featuring:

▫️ Heritage Blush — inspired by soft clay and natural pigment
▫️ Indigo Textile — reminiscent of dyed cloth and woven detail
▫️ Sunset Craft — warm, earthy and full of creative energy

Use this palette to build interiors that honour local craft and material beauty. Pair painted walls with handmade ceramics, woven baskets, beaded details, carved timber, linen textures and clay-inspired décor.

Think:
▫️ Local ceramic pieces
▫️ Handwoven wall hangings
▫️ Painted display shelves
▫️ Natural fibre rugs
▫️ Earthy decorative accents

Perfect for creative homes, boutique retail spaces, restaurants, guesthouses and interiors that celebrate South African design in a subtle, sophisticated way.

18/09/2026

Should You Worry About Hairline Cracks?

Hairline cracks may seem small, but over time they can allow moisture to seep into your walls.
This can lead to peeling paint, damp patches, and more serious surface damage — especially on exterior walls exposed to changing weather conditions 🌦️

When moisture enters through cracks, it can weaken the paint system and affect adhesion, causing coatings to fail sooner than expected.

That’s why it’s important to repair cracks early using the right product 🛠️ Universal Paints Acrylic Crack Filler is a versatile, water-based patching compound designed for filling cracks and holes on both interior and exterior surfaces 🎨

✅ Suitable for cement, concrete, and masonry surfaces
✅ Can be used on vertical and horizontal cracks up to 3 mm
✅ High water resistance for longer-lasting protection 💪

Always prime/ seal the cracks before applying a top coat.
Fix the crack before it becomes a bigger problem 👌

Need advice before you start? Visit your nearest Universal Paints Direct Outlet and ask an expert for the right product guidance.

18/09/2026

🏢 UNIVERSAL PAINTS IS HEADING TO NAMA 2026! 🎨

We’re excited to announce that Universal Paints will be exhibiting at the NAMA 2026 National Conference, taking place on 15–16 October 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria.

The conference brings together professionals from across the community schemes and property management industry — and we’re looking forward to connecting with property managers, trustees, managing agents and industry partners.

👷 Come and meet the Universal Paints team and chat to us about:

🎨 Professional paint specifications
🏢 Interior & exterior coating systems
💧 Waterproofing solutions
🛠️ Maintenance and repainting projects
🤝 Product and technical support

📅 15–16 October 2026
📍 CSIR International Convention Centre | Pretoria

If you’re attending NAMA 2026, make sure you stop by the Universal Paints stand and say hello! 👋

We’ll see you in Pretoria!

17/09/2026

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Thank you so much for your kind words and continued support! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve received excellent service from our team. We truly appreciate your loyalty and look forward to assisting you again soon!