Explore practical ideas for choosing finishes, understanding your starting surface and preparing a clearer product request. The colour journal connects project planning with the detailed guides in our paint and coating catalogue.
14 October 2026
Before You Repaint: Plan Your Interior Wall Project
Take a closer look at the existing wallA new colour can change the feeling of a room, but the project begins with the surface underneath it. Walk through the space…
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14 October 2026
How to Prepare a Clear Paint Quotation Request
Write the exact product names A useful quotation starts with a list that another person can understand without guessing. Write the manufacturer and complete product name for each line. If…
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14 October 2026
Silk or Matt? Choosing an Interior Wall Paint Finish
Start with the appearance you want A colour choice and a finish choice are two separate decisions. The same general colour can feel different in a matt finish and in…
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Planning a room refresh? Start with the difference between silk and matt finishes, then look at the surface underneath the colour. If you already have a product specification, use the quotation checklist to organise exact names, pack sizes, colours, quantities and delivery questions. Each article links to relevant products or the next step in your request.
Our articles explain the planning questions; individual product guides distinguish documented specifications from source-listed enquiry entries that still require confirmation. Manufacturer links are provided where the exact documentation has been reviewed. For application decisions, use the full current sheet for the exact product and substrate. Specialist coating, waterproofing and fire-protection systems require their own specification rather than a general decorative-paint estimate.
From inspiration to a product request
Use the colour inspiration to explore a palette, then identify the manufacturer shade reference you want checked. Illustrated colours and photographs are inspiration and may look different across screens and lighting conditions.
When you are ready, explore the catalogue, read the product guide and build a quotation list. You can also talk to the Nairobi team about your surface or requirements. Products, packs, colours, sourcing, pricing and delivery are confirmed during the quotation process.