Quick answer: Matex is Nippon Paint’s entry-level water-based emulsion for interior walls and ceilings. It gives a matt finish and covers about 13 m² per litre per coat, according to Nippon Paint’s product page. In Singapore it is sold in 7L and 20L sizes: a tinted 7L can is S$58.85 on Nippon Paint’s online shop, …
Quick answer: for a neat interior repaint, (1) cover floors and furniture, (2) fill cracks and holes, then sand them smooth, (3) apply a sealer on patched, chalky or new surfaces, (4) cut in the edges and corners with a brush before rolling the main wall, (5) apply two coats, waiting for the recoat time …
For feature walls, two-tone walls and colour combinations for every room, see our HDB painting ideas. Quick answer: for most HDB living rooms, light warm neutrals (off-white, cream, beige and greige) are the safest choice. They make a compact room feel larger and brighter and go with most flooring and furniture. Use a bolder or …
Quick answer: for Singapore’s humidity, use a washable interior emulsion on walls, an anti-mould range for bathrooms, kitchens and poorly ventilated bedroom ceilings, and a weather-resistant exterior emulsion such as Nippon Weatherbond for outside walls (5L white about S$114–117; Nippon lists coverage of about 9 m² per litre per coat). The surface matters as much …
Quick answer: to get rid of mould on walls permanently, you have to deal with the moisture as well as the stain. Fix any leaks and improve ventilation first. Then, wearing a mask and gloves, scrub the mould off with a fungicidal wash or diluted bleach solution, let the wall dry completely, apply a sealer …
Quick answer: a sealer is a first coat that goes on before the topcoat. It binds a porous, patched or chalky surface, evens out how much paint the wall absorbs and helps the topcoat stick, which reduces peeling and patchy colour. You need it on new plaster or skim coat, repaired cracks, chalky old paint …
Quick answer: a professional team usually repaints a whole 4-room HDB flat in about 1 to 2 days, and a single bedroom takes about 3 to 5 hours. It takes longer if the walls need a sealer or repairs, if you want several colours, or if ceilings, doors and pipes are included. Ask us for …
Quick answer: work it out from the area. Nippon Paint lists Vinilex 5000 and Matex at about 13 m² per litre per coat, and real-world coverage is usually a bit lower on rough or porous walls. Use: litres = area to paint (m²) × number of coats ÷ 13, then round up. Prefer to leave …
Quick answer: there is no single best paint. Choose by the room. Prices below include GST and were checked on 24 October 2026. Room or need Good options 5L price Ceilings and budget repaints Nippon Matex, Raffles R.COAT Matex 20L white S$88; R.COAT S$75 Living rooms and bedrooms Nippon Vinilex 5000, Raffles R.ONE Vinilex white …
Raffles Paint vs Nippon Paint: Which Is Best for Your Next Project? Quick answer (prices checked 24 October 2026): Raffles Paint and Nippon Paint are both solid choices for Singapore homes, and the right pick depends on the room more than the brand. Nippon is stocked in most hardware shops, with white Vinilex 5000 5L …
