Paints are used to make your residences and commercial complexes look better and eye catchy. India houses many different paint companies in the country. Some are of foreign origin while some are purely desi. The bottom line is you will never run short of options in choosing paints, varnishes and pigments for your awesome exteriors and interiors.
A huge market for decorative paints is seen in India. All the stalwarts of the paint companies hence focus on this segment for better perks. On the other hand non decorative paints like automotive paints, industrial coatings and specialty chemicals are ruled by the foreign companies.
Before you decide on the type of paint to use, make sure you consider the type of surface, whether it is cemented surface, wood surface or metal surface.
Paints are applied with brush, roller or through spraying depending on the application and the kind of output needed.
Paint can be applied concentrated or by diluting with water (water based) or by diluting with oil/thinner (oil based).
The chemical composition of the paint is determined keeping in mind the desired output, like features, finish, durability etc.
Features of Exterior Grade Paint
- It has the ability to sustain in adverse weather conditions and prevent shade falling, peeling off etc.
- It prevents the formation of algae and fungus.
- It has his durability. You can wait quite a number of years before repainting.
Features of Interior Grade Paint
- It prevents bacteria formation and keeps the interior hygienic and odor free.
- You can clean the walls with soap water.
- It maintains the aesthetics of your interior with sheen level and brightness.
- The paint in the interior should not smell for long.
Below is the list of the top 10 best paint companies in India with higher exterior and interior grade of paint products.
1. Asian Paints Ltd.
- Website: www.asianpaints.com
- Corporate office: Mumbai, Maharashtra
2. Akzonobel India ltd. (Formerly ICI Paints Ltd.-Dulux)
- Website: www.dulux.in
- Corporate office: Gurgaon, Haryana
3. Jotun
- Website: www.jotun.com
- Corporate office: Mumbai, Maharashtra
4. Kansai Nerolac
- Website: www.nerolac.com
- Corporate office: Mumbai, Maharashtra
5. Berger Paints India Limited
- Website: www.bergerpaints.com
- Corporate office: Kolkata, West Bengal
6. Shalimar Paints
- Corporate office: Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Website: www.shalimarpaints.com
7. Snowcem Paints
- Corporate office – Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Website – www.snowcempaints.com
8. Nippon Paints
- Corporate office: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Website: www.nipponpaint.com
9. Jenson & Nicholson (I) Ltd
- Corporate office: Gurgaon, Haryana
- Website: www.shalimarpaints.com
10. British Paints
- Corporate office: New Delhi
- Website: www.britishpaints.in
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