Waterproofing is one of the fastest-growing categories in the South African home improvement market, with good reason. Because when roof coatings fail, the damage to homes can be far-reaching. Plascon's new Plascon RubberTUFF Waterproofer is a heavy-duty, reinforced waterproofing system built to protect South African roofs against the conditions that cause most coatings to fail…
Prep, fill and paint your walls like a pro
Few things satisfy quite like transforming your home with your own hands, especially when all that’s needed is a weekend, the right products and a little know-how. This step-by-step guide to cleaning, prepping and painting your walls is everything a DIY homeowner needs for a beautiful finish.
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Expansive, uplifting and radiant, Butter + Sky celebrates light in all its forms. This “world” of colour is one of four inspiring worlds within Plascon’s ‘HAND, made’ themed Colour Forecast for 2026. Butter + Sky takes its cue from clear blue skies, golden blooms and sun-warmed walls. It’s a palette that invites serenity while inspiring…
The next chapter of the Plascon Colour Forecast for 2026 radiates unapologetic confidence. Labelled Fashion + Candy, this is a world of colour shaped by movement, nightlife energy and the expressive language of personal style.
Fashion + Candy is where colour becomes both attitude and accessory. Infused with references drawn from street style, after-dark cityscapes, and…
Uncertain what colour to paint? Don’t know if you prefer a matt, gloss or sheen finish? Fret not, because Plascon’s brand-new handy 250ml Perfect Colour Tester Samples make colour selection and testing easy and affordable for DIY enthusiasts, homeowners and trade professionals.
The high-quality Plascon Perfect Colour Tester Samples ‘mirror what consumers can expect in larger…
As our initial fascination with all things AI begins to normalise, 2026 welcomes a refocus on all things human. In compiling its highly anticipated colour forecast for next year, Plascon has embraced a shift towards a ‘made by hand’ approach, foregrounding HAND, made as its overarching theme.
‘At the heart of painting is the hand. It’s…
Spring in South Africa is a season of renewal. The air warms, blossoms bloom and the urge to throw open the windows and refresh our homes is irresistible. And while decluttering and deep-cleaning are part of the ritual, there’s one step that can truly transform both the look and the feel of your space: paint.
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In 2025, interior trends are all about embracing bold, expressive colours with more versatility than ever before. Leading this movement is Plascon’s Hybridity 2025 Colour Forecast.
But knowing what’s trending is just the first step. The key is choosing the right colour for the space, and then applying it for a result that lasts.
Before choosing a…
While the zeitgeist is said to be the cultural climate of an era, colour has an uncanny ability to reflect how people think and feel, and showcase climatic conditions. Think Grecian seaside villages coated in scintillating white and Aegean blue as a case in point, and how everyone turned to greys in the 2009 global…
If your kids have flown the nest or you’re looking for a safer place to live, you’re probably considering downsizing. With all the appeals of downsizing — like saving money, reducing clutter and less maintenance —you may still be worried about your living spaces looking and feeling small. Luckily, there are tricks of the design…