Bathroom Painting Guide — Moisture-Proof Colours and Finishes

The Most Challenging Room

Bathrooms combine constant humidity, steam, condensation, and water splashes. Even the best paint will fail if the wrong product is chosen. The key is choosing a protective system — paint, primer, and technique working together.

Choosing Bathroom Colours

Cool colours — pale blue, soft green, cool grey — evoke water and cleanliness. Warm colours like soft peach and creamy yellow create a cosy atmosphere. Test colours with the AI Visualizer since bathroom lighting is usually artificial.

The Right Paint

Superlac Silk Emulsion provides a moisture-resistant surface. For poorly ventilated bathrooms, use Superlac Easy Wash. For the ceiling, use Superlac Matt Emulsion with a mold-resistant additive. Browse bathroom paints on our products page.

Preparation Is Everything

Fix leaks, improve ventilation, clean mold with bleach solution, sand glossy surfaces, fill cracks with mold-resistant filler, then prime with Superlac Acrylic Primer. Apply two coats of Silk Emulsion.

Maintenance

Use a squeegee after showers. Run exhaust fan for 30 minutes. Wipe water splashes immediately. Clean regularly with mild cleaner.

Expert Tip: Never use standard wall paint inside a shower enclosure. Use tile, stone, or a specialised waterproof coating in areas exposed to running water.