Home Painting 101 & The Lion City

WHY DO YOU NEED A SEALER?

2016-04-12T03:00:00.000-07:00

The application of a sealer is a critical part of the painting process.

Read on and find out why.

A SEALER IS...

As its name suggests, a sealer, also known as a primer, seals the surface of the wall or structure before you paint.

YOU NEED A SEALER BECAUSE...

The importance of applying a sealer cannot be over-emphasized.

Firstly, a sealer covers pores and hairline cracks. This creates a visibly smoother surface and a better looking result.

Secondly, a sealer ensures better adhesion for your paint, with the risk of flaking and peeling greatly reduced. That means your paint job will not only look better, but last longer.

Thirdly, a sealer prevents efflorescence, also known as chalking. This is caused by the movement of minute water deposits inside your wall or structure, coming to the surface and forming crystalline deposits that resemble white powder. A sealer 'traps' the water beneath an impermeable seal.

YOU NEED A SEALER, BUT WHICH ONE?

Nippon Paint and ICI Dulux make a wide range of sealers specially suited to different materials and environments. Some are formulated for use with specific paints. Here's a quick guide to Nippon Paint and ICI Dulux Sealers as well as their ideal paint pairings.

Surface preparation products -- Primers and Sealers

For treatment of fungus / algae (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

Interior Walls (Water-Based Sealers)

For new walls (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

Exterior Walls (Oil-Based Sealers)
For new plastered surface and repainting powdery surfaces (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

For Both Interior & Exterior Walls (2-in-1 Sealers):

Interior Walls (Water-Based Sealers)

For Wood & Metal (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

Exterior Walls (Oil-Based Sealers)

For Wood & Metal (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

For Both Interior & Exterior Walls (Metal Only):

Akzo Nobel Launches new Dulux Ambiance Special Effect Wallpaper Paint in Singapore...

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10 Lucky Winners of Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh Count and Win Giveaway Contest 2015

Congratulations to the 10 lucky winners of our Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh Count and Win Giveaway Contest 2015!
Each winner gets to walk away with 1L Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh (white color)!!
The winners are:
1) Wee Yin Xingx
3) Prateek Maretha
4) Tony Tan
5) Suzanna Lim6) Diana Alang7) Jasmine Chew 8) Rynna NaNa
9) Johnson Yeo
10) Janice Lee
Please drop us an email to sales@estore.com.sg to claim your prize.
Thank you all for participating in our contest and we hope you enjoyed as much as we did. For those of you, who did not win, don't be discouraged.
Stay tune with us for more exciting contests with awesome prizes very soon!
‪#‎EstoreSingapore‬ ‪#‎NipponPaintSG

2015-07-24T01:12:00.001-07:00

$20 off Promotion

Make a purchase of $200 or more on our website and win $20 coupons to use on your next purchase worth $100 or above!!

Hurry!! Buy your paints now. Offer valid only from 21st July 2015 to 31st August 2015.

*Terms and Conditions Apply

2015-07-22T13:30:00.001-07:00

Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh

Nippon Odour-Less Medifresh is a high quality acrylic interior paint specially formulated to virtually no odour and making it a safer paint for your family and environment with improve indoor air quality.

Nippon Odour-Less Medifresh is enhanced with antimicrobial protection to provide continuous protection against mould, mildew and bacteria that cause stains and odours on the paint film. It gives walls and other surfaces a long lasting elegant finish. It is ideal choice for eco-sensitive commercial and residential areas such as elderly, children or nurseries’s rooms.

Create a healthier room for your family with the all new Nippon Paint Odourless medifresh.

Uses: 1. Internal masonry surfaces such as cement, plastered walls, brick works and fibreboards

2. Ideal for use on interior walls of hospitals, schools, offices, and residential buildings

Method: Roller or brush

Theoretical coverage: 10-12 m² / litre (35 microns DFT)

Dilution: No dilution is required for best performance

Surface Preparation: 1. Surface must be clean dry, stable, and free from dust, dirt, oil, grease and other contaminants prior to painting.

2. Treat fungus growth areas with Nippon Anti-Fungus solution. Rinse again with clean water and dry.

Drying Time: Touch dry- 30 minutes at 30^oC

Overcoating Time: 2 hours minimum based on normal conditions

Recommended Painting System: 1 coat Nippon 5101 Odourless Sealer

2 coats Nippon Odourless Medifresh

Cleaning: All equipment should be cleaned immediately after use

Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place

Shelf life: Up to 18 months in a tightly sealed container

Precaution: Ensure good ventilation during application and drying of paint. Avoid direct contact with sensitive skin. Use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Colours available: Nippon paint offers a variety of colours to help you make your home look beautiful

Buy the all new Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh and create a healthier and more beautiful home for your family today.

2015-07-22T13:30:00.000-07:00

Count and Win Odourless Medifresh Giveaway Contest 2015

Want to be one of the 10 lucky winners to walk away with a 1L Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh

Click https://goo.gl/lbNpKL to participate in the contest

Just follow these 3 easy steps and stand a chance to win 10 x 1L Odourless Medifresh*:

1. Like the post

2. Count the number of Odourless Medifresh that are shown in the picture below and comment your answer.

3. Share the post to your public wall with the hashtag:

#estoresingapore#NipponPaintsg#OdourlessMedifresh

Contest lasts only from 22nd July to 29th July 2015.

Winners will be announced on 30th July 2015, 2pm.

*Terms and Conditions Apply

ICI Dulux Hari Raya Promotion 2015

2015-07-07T19:06:00.001-07:00

Celebrate this Hari Raya with our exclusive festive offer.

Huryy up!!! Our stocks are running out fast.

Buy 3 cans of 5 Litre premium paint and get 1 Litre Dulux Water Based Gloss Primer and 1 x 5Litre Water based Gloss Primer White Colour.

2015-06-16T18:19:00.000-07:00

ICI Dulux Hari Raya Promotion 2015

Estore's exclusive festive promotion. Offer valid only whilst stocks last.

Hurry!!! Get your Buy 1 Get 1 offer now!!!

Estore is Singapore's one stop solution to all your DIY needs. And to put a cherry on top of our cake, we are running a Hari Raya Promotion just for you!

Get 1 litre Dulux Water Gloss White Colour when you purchase 5 Litre Dulux Premium Paint including Dulux Light and Space, Wash n Wear, All, PureAir and Pentalite.

Buy 3 cans of 5 Litre premium paint and get 1 Litre Dulux Water Based Gloss Primer and 1 x 5Litre Water based Gloss Primer White Colour.

Dulux PureAir™ - Singapore's most odourless* paint

2015-01-08T21:05:00.000-08:00

Introducing Dulux PureAir™ - Singapore's most odourless* paint!

Number of coats: 2 coats

Preparing the surfaces: Surfaces must be sound, clean, dry and free from all defective or poorly adhering material, dirt, grease or wax and be thoroughly rubbed down using a suitable abrasive paper and dusted off. It is important to ensure that your wall is smooth and even to obtain the best results from Dulux PureAir. If after thorough preparation, surfaces remain powdery, seal with one coat of an appropriate Primer.

Cleaning: Clean all equipment with clean water immediately after use.

Storing: Observe the label precautions. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place away from sources of heat, ignition and direct sunlight. No smoking. Prevent unauthorised access. Containers which are opened should be properly resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not use or store any paint container by hanging on a hook.

Recycling: Waste material and containers must be treated as a fire hazard and disposed of in accordance with the general requirements of the Environmental Quality Act 1974, amended 1996. The Environmental Quality Act 1974, amended 1996 introduces new controls on the disposal or depositing of waste. Due regard should be given to the 'duty of care' required under the regulations and the guidance given under this act.

Terms and Conditions:

*Claims based on research conducted by Nielsen in 2014 against 'odourless' interior wall paint products in Singapore amongst 106 Singaporean adults.

Health and Safety: Keep out of the reach of children, away from food, drinks and animal feed. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Wear eye/hand protection. Do not breathe vapour/spray. Use only in well ventilated areas. Dry sanding, flame cutting and/or welding of the dry paint film will give rise to dust and/or hazardous fumes. Wet [sanding]/[flatting] should be used wherever possible. If exposure cannot be avoided by the provision of local exhaust ventilation, suitable respiratory protective equipment should be used. Remove as much paints as possible from brushes and rollers before cleaning. Store in a cool and shaded place. Container must be in a secure, upright position and be tightly closed. Do not use empty container for storing food. If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. In case of contact with skin wash immediately with soap and water or a proprietary skin cleanser. Do not use solvents or thinners. Avoid release to environment. Do not empty into drains or water course. Dispose of used container in compliance with local regulation. Safety data sheet available for professional user on request.

Pictures Credit to Dulux Singapore

ICI Dulux Colour Future Calendar 2015 Facebook Giveaway Contest 2014

2014-12-23T19:26:00.000-08:00

10 lucky winners will walk away with a ICI Dulux Colour Future Calendar 2015!

Simply follow the steps below:

1) Go to Estore Singapore Facebook Page or click to this link:
http://on.fb.me/1tahb3Z

2) LIKE and SHARE this post in your public wall

3) Enter your answer by locating the Santa’s whereabouts in the picture with these hashtags in your comment: #EstoreSingapore #DuluxSG #ColourFutures2015

* Terms and Conditions Apply:

http://bit.ly/Dulux-2015CalendarGiveaway-TermsAndConditions

Comment from 24th to 28th Dec 2014, 2359hrs.

Winners will be announced on 29th Dec 2014, 2pm

Dulux Paint 2014 Retailer Luncheon

2014-12-23T07:00:00.000-08:00

ICI Dulux Paint Promotion: Buy 2 Get 1 FREE

2014-12-12T18:49:00.000-08:00

Winners of Nippon Paint Anti-Mould Giveaway 2014

2014-12-09T18:46:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to the 10 lucky winners of our Estore Nippon Paint Anti-Mould Giveaway. Each winner gets to walk away with a top of the line 1 litre Nippon Anti-Mould Ceiling White!

The winners are:

1) Elynn Chong
2) Nor Fatih Faizal
3) Sharin Chia
4) Cecilia Chng
5) Kelvin Tan
6) Justina Ong
7) Lisa Chan
8) Stacey Chua
9) Lai Zheng Wei
10) Peter Ang

Thank you all for participating in our contest and we hope you enjoyed as much as we did. For those of you, who did not win, don't be discouraged.

Stay tune on our Facebook page for more exciting contests with awesome prizes very soon! :-)

Nippon Paint Anti-Mould Giveaway 2014

2014-12-01T18:44:00.000-08:00

10 lucky winners will walk away with a 1 Litre Nippon Paint Anti-Mould Ceiling White!

Click on this link to enter the contest: http://on.fb.me/1Aa3XCU

Simply follow these 3 steps:

1) LIKE and SHARE this post in your public wall.

2) Enter your answer in the comment below with these hashtags:

#EstoreSingapore #NipponPaint #AntiMould

3) Comment from 2nd to 8th Dec 2014, 2359hrs.

* Terms and Conditions Apply: http://bit.ly/NipponPaint-Giveaway-TC-2014

Winners will be announced on 09 Dec 2014, 2pm. :-)

Winners of Estore Nippon Paint Expresskote Giveaway

2014-07-29T20:46:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to the 10 lucky winners of our Estore Nippon Paint Expresskote Giveaway!

Each winner gets to walk away with a top of the line 1 liter Nippon Expresskote Sealer!

The winners are:

1) Kuan Wei Tan
2) Hensley Hans
3) Irene Goh
4) Aziz Mohamed
5) Yanne Adnan
6) Seline Bong
7) Kate Lee
8) Celiss Wang
9) Ashmika Jain
10) Apai N Nana

Winners please drop us an email to sales@estore.com.sg to claim your prize.

Thank you all for participating in our contest and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

For those of you who did not win, don't be discouraged. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for more exciting contests with awesome prizes very soon!

Nippon Paint Expresskote Giveaway

2014-07-24T18:37:00.000-07:00

10 Cans of Nippon Expresskote 1L to be given away!

Take part in the giveaway right now via this link!

bit.ly/EstoreExpresskoteGiveaway

To find out more about the product, visit: http://bit.ly/NipponExpresskote

Nippon Paint Expresskote

2014-07-20T20:05:00.000-07:00

Nippon Paint Expresskote is a time-saving water based interior and exterior sealer.

If you are unsure what are sealers, they are basically meant to seal the pores of the surfaces to which they are applied, meaning that they have more binders and resins in them to fill the microscopic pores of different materials and textures, creating a uniform, flat surface.

Such a ‘sealed’ surface will allow the topcoats to appear more even, resulting in a more uniform gloss level over the finished surface. Therefore, it is important to apply sealer before applying your topcoat paint.

Nippon Paint Expresskote would be a great sealer for your painting jobs.
Here are a few advantages it provides:

1. Formulated with special styrence acrylic polymer
It is formulated with a special styrene acrylic polymer for excellent alkali and efflorescence resistance
properties. Efflorescence is caused when soluble salts and other water dispersible materials come to the surface of paint. It is induced by moist conditions, condensation, rain, dew, water or low temperature.

2. Fast drying time
It touch dries in 30mins and a second coat can be applied in just 60 minutes after application.

3. Minimises Hairline Cracks

4. Anti-fungus and algae resistance property

5. Optimises adhesion
It provides good adhesion prevents the peeling off of topcoat paint.

6. Environmentally friendly paint
Certified under the Singapore Green Labelling Scheme SGL-032 by the Singapore Environmental Council with V.O.C. level less than 50g/L

7. It can be applied directly onto freshly plastered concrete and cement surfaces in just 3 days of plastering.

To check out Nippon Paint Expresskote as well as other products we have in store, click on this link:

http://www.qoo10.sg/shop/estore

References:

1) www.nipponpaint.com.sg

2) www.ehow.com

Deal of the Week: Berger Vinyl Silk /Select Emulsion Paint Buy 1 get 1 Free Promotion

2013-12-06T18:32:00.000-08:00

Deal of the week: Berger Select or Vinyl Silk Emulsion Paint Buy 1 get 1 free promotion: #estoresingapore #bergerpaint

Painting Tip of the Day: How to paint with Stripes...

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Free 2014 Dulux Paint Exclusive Calender for every purchase of 2 x 5Litre Dulux Interior Emulsion Paint

2013-11-25T02:51:00.001-08:00

Free 1 copy of exclusive #Dulux Paint 2014 Calendar with every 2 tin of 5 Litre Dulux Interior Emulsion Paint purchase online at www.estore.com.sg (Limited to 1 per customer whilst stocks last) #estoresingapore#duluxpromotion

Check out the new Kidproof Technology from Dulux Wash & Wear Paint

2013-11-06T05:57:00.000-08:00

Visit our website www.estore.com.sg for more information and special offer

DIY Painting Tip of the Day: How to prepare room for painting

2013-10-24T03:35:00.000-07:00

Remember to check out of Dulux Buy 2 get 1 free Interior Emulsion Paint promotion at www.facebook.com/estoresingapore

Estore Singapore Dulux Paint Buy 2 get 1 Free Promotion

2013-10-17T02:02:00.000-07:00

Visit www.estore.com.sg now to enjoy this great offer! (Whilst stocks last!)

Unveiling New Dulux Wash & Wear -with Kidproof Technology

2013-10-16T07:59:00.000-07:00

Check out the latest improved Dulux Wash & Wear with Kidproof Technology :) http://bit.ly/197b02N

Protect Your Home with Clean and Fresh Air

2013-07-08T01:14:00.000-07:00

After a long and tiring day at work or school, you would just want to return to the safe and comfortable sanctuary that is your home and just relax and enjoy some time with your family. Therefore, you need to protect your home and family by ensuring that your house is clean and free from harmful bacteria.

You can begin by having the walls of your house painted using one of the following paints.

Dulux Pure

Is mould & fungus resistant and features anti-bacterial and air cleansing properties to keep your home clean and smelling good!

Nippon Paint 3-in-1 Medifresh

Is mould, fungua & algae resistant and features anti-bacterial formula that lasts up to 5 years and is useful for the inhibition of asthma, flu & diarrhoea. It promotes better hygiene and health, while keeping the surroundings clean & fresh.

Visit www.estore.com.sg to get yours today!

Source: Dulux and Nippon Paint

Home Painting 101 & The Lion City

WHY DO YOU NEED A SEALER?

Surface preparation products -- Primers and Sealers

For treatment of fungus / algae (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

Interior Walls (Water-Based Sealers)

For new walls (Nippon Paint VS ICI Dulux):

Akzo Nobel Launches new Dulux Ambiance Special Effect Wallpaper Paint in Singapore...

10 Lucky Winners of Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh Count and Win Giveaway Contest 2015

$20 off Promotion

Nippon Paint Odourless Medifresh

ICI Dulux Hari Raya Promotion 2015

ICI Dulux Hari Raya Promotion 2015

Dulux PureAir™ - Singapore's most odourless* paint

ICI Dulux Colour Future Calendar 2015 Facebook Giveaway Contest 2014

Dulux Paint 2014 Retailer Luncheon

ICI Dulux Paint Promotion: Buy 2 Get 1 FREE

Winners of Nippon Paint Anti-Mould Giveaway 2014

Nippon Paint Anti-Mould Giveaway 2014

Winners of Estore Nippon Paint Expresskote Giveaway

Congratulations to the 10 lucky winners of our Estore Nippon Paint Expresskote Giveaway!

1) Kuan Wei Tan2) Hensley Hans3) Irene Goh4) Aziz Mohamed5) Yanne Adnan6) Seline Bong7) Kate Lee8) Celiss Wang9) Ashmika Jain10) Apai N Nana

Nippon Paint Expresskote Giveaway

Nippon Paint Expresskote

Deal of the Week: Berger Vinyl Silk /Select Emulsion Paint Buy 1 get 1 Free Promotion

Painting Tip of the Day: How to paint with Stripes...

Free 2014 Dulux Paint Exclusive Calender for every purchase of 2 x 5Litre Dulux Interior Emulsion Paint

Check out the new Kidproof Technology from Dulux Wash & Wear Paint

DIY Painting Tip of the Day: How to prepare room for painting

Estore Singapore Dulux Paint Buy 2 get 1 Free Promotion

Unveiling New Dulux Wash & Wear -with Kidproof Technology

Protect Your Home with Clean and Fresh Air

1) Kuan Wei Tan
2) Hensley Hans
3) Irene Goh
4) Aziz Mohamed
5) Yanne Adnan
6) Seline Bong
7) Kate Lee
8) Celiss Wang
9) Ashmika Jain
10) Apai N Nana