Universal Paints SA - Menlyn

23/10/2026

🛏️🎨 SAME ROOM. NEXT CHAPTER.

Kids grow quickly — and sometimes their bedrooms need to grow with them.

That doesn't mean replacing all the furniture or starting again from scratch. A fresh colour palette can transform a younger child's room into a more grown-up space while keeping the furniture you already have.

🎨 Swap playful colours for a more mature palette
🛏️ Update bedding and a few accessories
🖼️ Change the artwork as their interests change
🪑 Keep the furniture and simply change what's around it

It's an easy, cost-effective way to give them a room that feels new, more grown-up and a little more “them.”

Thinking about updating your child's room?

📍 Pop into Universal Paints Menlyn with your ideas and let our team help you find a colour palette that can grow with them.

💙 Same room. Next chapter.

21/10/2026

🏢 DECEMBER MAINTENANCE STARTS NOW.

The December shutdown might still feel a while away, but for businesses planning to use the quieter period for repainting, refurbishments or property maintenance, October is the time to start planning.

Getting ahead now gives you time to:

📋 Identify areas that need attention
🔎 Assess surfaces and required repairs
🎨 Confirm colours and coating systems
📐 Calculate quantities and costs
👷 Schedule contractors and maintenance teams
📅 Plan the work around your shutdown period

Whether it's an office, retail space, restaurant, commercial property or shared building, good planning now can help make the most of that valuable maintenance window.

📍 Planning December maintenance? Visit Universal Paints Menlyn and talk us through your project. Our team can help with product selection, coating systems and quantities before the shutdown rush begins.

Don't wait for December to start planning December.

19/10/2026

☀️ WARMER WEATHER MEANS MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO GET THOSE EXTERIOR PROJECTS DONE.

For homeowners, property managers and contractors, October is a good time to assess exterior surfaces and get upcoming maintenance projects organised.

✔️ Surface condition checked
✔️ Repairs identified
✔️ Quantities calculated
✔️ Products selected
✔️ Application conditions considered

📍 Planning an exterior repaint or maintenance project? Visit Universal Paints Menlyn and talk to our team.

16/10/2026

🍽️ SET THE MOOD BEFORE YOU SET THE TABLE.

Summer entertaining isn't only about what's on the menu — the right colour can completely change the atmosphere around the table. ✨

A richer wall colour behind your dining table or sideboard can create a beautiful backdrop for long lunches, dinner parties and evenings spent with friends and family.

Think deep navy, warm terracotta, earthy olive, rich clay or sophisticated plum paired with natural timber, soft lighting and simple summer greenery. 🌿

And you don't need to repaint the entire room. One carefully chosen colour can be enough to give your dining space a completely new personality.

🎨 Not sure which shade will work with your existing furniture and décor?

📍 Visit Universal Paints Menlyn and let our team help you find the perfect colour for your summer entertaining space.

Set the mood. Set the table. Enjoy the company. 🥂

14/10/2026

👷 WHAT’S REALLY IN YOUR QUOTE?

A professional painting quote should cover more than the litres of paint going onto the wall.

Before pricing the job, consider what it will actually take to deliver the finish your client expects:

🔎 Substrate condition — what are you painting over?
🛠️ Repairs & preparation — cracks, peeling areas, filling, sanding and cleaning
🪣 Primers & undercoats — where does the surface need additional preparation?
🎨 Complete coating system — not simply the final topcoat
👷 Labour — including the time required for proper preparation and application

Missing these at quoting stage can mean unexpected costs, delays and reduced margins once the job starts.

Before submitting your next quote, look at the whole job — not just the paint.

📍 Pop into Universal Paints Menlyn and talk us through your project. Our team can help you identify the preparation products, primers and coatings you'll need before you price the job.

Quote the job properly. Get it right from the start.

12/10/2026

⭐ BEFORE YOU BUY THE PAINT, MAKE SURE YOU'RE BUYING THE RIGHT PAINT.

Different surfaces, environments and projects need different solutions.

That's where the team at Universal Paints Menlyn can help.
🎨 Colour guidance
🪣 Product selection
🖌️ Practical paint advice
📏 Project planning
👷 Homeowners, contractors & professionals

From a home refresh to a larger commercial project, start with knowledgeable advice.

📍 Visit Universal Paints Menlyn and talk to our team.

09/10/2026

🎀 OCTOBER, IN PINK

This October, we're adding a touch of pink to our palette in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗

From soft blush and dusty rose to warm clay pinks, these beautiful shades can bring warmth, softness and personality into a home — but this month, pink represents something much more important.

It's a reminder of awareness, early detection, support and the people and families affected by breast cancer.

So while we celebrate the beauty of colour every day, this October we're giving pink a little extra meaning. 🎀

💗 To everyone affected by breast cancer, we're thinking of you this October.

07/10/2026

🛁 Happy Bathtub Day!

Your bathroom should be more than practical — it can be your own little place to switch off, unwind and recharge. 🌿

And sometimes, a fresh coat of colour is all it takes to completely change the space.

For bathrooms, however, it's not only about choosing a beautiful shade. With regular steam and moisture, choosing the right paint for the environment is just as important as choosing the colour.

Think calming sage greens, soft blues, warm neutrals and spa-inspired shades paired with a coating suited to bathroom conditions. 🎨

Planning a bathroom refresh?

📍 Pop into Universal Paints Menlyn and chat to our team about the right preparation, paint and colour for your space.

💚 Fresh colours. Beautiful bathrooms. Your everyday escape.

06/10/2026

🏢 BUSY SPACES NEED HARD-WORKING COATINGS.

Some walls have a much harder job than others.

Offices, retail stores, restaurants, reception areas, passages and shared spaces deal with constant foot traffic, everyday marks, regular cleaning and ongoing wear.

That's why choosing paint for a busy commercial space shouldn't be based on colour alone.

The right coating needs to suit how the space is actually used — considering durability, washability, the surface being painted and the level of maintenance required.

Whether you're a contractor, property manager, facilities manager or business owner, getting the coating system right from the start can mean better performance and less maintenance down the line.

👷 Planning a commercial repaint or maintenance project?

📍 Visit Universal Paints Menlyn and talk us through the space and what it needs to handle. Our team can help you select the right preparation products and coating system for the job.

Built for busy spaces. Built to work harder.

22/09/2026

🎨 COLOUR TRENDS | LOOKING BEYOND 2027

Soft, muted and beautifully understated — could Dull Pale be the future of interior colour?

Featured on SA Décor & Design, the NCS Colours Beyond 2027+: Dull Pale palette explores colours with a powdery, refined quality that sit close to neutral while still bringing subtle warmth and personality into a space.

Think softly tinted clays, mineral-inspired shades and gentle botanical tones — colours designed to create interiors that feel calm, layered and considered.

🏡 Perfect for walls, architectural details, natural materials and subtle statement accents.

👉 Discover the trend and see how these colours can work together in your space.

Read the full feature on SA Décor & Design:

Discover three South African colour palettes from Universal Paints, inspired by the landscape and designed to create distinctive moods at home.

22/09/2026

🧠🎨 Calming Palettes for High-Stress Environments

In high-stress environments such as healthcare facilities, call centres, control rooms, and educational spaces, colour plays a powerful role in supporting focus, comfort, and emotional wellbeing.

Calming palettes — including soft neutrals, muted blues, gentle greens, and warm greys — help reduce visual fatigue, lower perceived stress, and create spaces that feel balanced and controlled.

At Universal Paints, we assist businesses and specifiers in selecting colour systems that support functionality, durability, and occupant wellbeing — without compromising on performance or maintenance requirements.

Partner with Universal Paints for expert guidance on calming colour palettes designed for high-stress, high-performance environments: [email protected]

21/09/2026

🌿 COLOURS OF SOUTH AFRICA | SEPTEMBER: FYNBOS FIELDS

🌸 Spring has arrived — and our first Colours of South Africa palette takes us to the Cape, where fynbos landscapes come alive with colour.

🌱 Fynbos Fields draws from the soft botanical greens, warm earthy neutrals and delicate natural tones found across this unmistakably South African landscape.

🎨 We've taken these colours from the landscape and brought them together in a palette designed to work beautifully at home.

🏡 Use them to create a calm, natural exterior, introduce a botanical feature colour, or layer earthy tones throughout your interior.

From the landscape, to the palette, to your walls.

Inspired by our landscapes. Made for South African homes.

💚 Where would you use the Fynbos Fields palette in your home?

📍 Visit your nearest Universal Paints Direct Outlet and let us help you find your colours.

21/09/2026

🎨 PRODUCT OF THE WEEK | SAVE ON SUPER ACRYLIC 20L! ✨

Give your walls a premium, long-lasting finish with Universal Super Acrylic 20L – a high-quality pure acrylic coating designed to deliver outstanding performance for both interior and exterior surfaces and ceilings

🔥 Was R1,099 | NOW: R1,049

Why choose Universal Super Acrylic?

✅ Up to 10-year life expectancy
✅ Suitable for interior & exterior use
✅ Washable and durable for everyday living
✅ Excellent adhesion and smooth application
✅ UV resistant for long-lasting colour and protection
✅ Low VOC formulation
✅ Beautiful matt finish
✅ Tintable to a wide range of colours (colour charts available in-store)

Whether you're repainting your home, renovating a property or tackling a large project, Super Acrylic offers dependable quality and value you can trust.

📅 Special available from 1 September to 31 October 2026.
📍 Visit your nearest Universal Paints store to take advantage of this fantastic offer.

20/09/2026

🌸🏡 Exterior Prep Checklist for Spring

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home’s exterior — but great results start with the right preparation. Before you open a tin of paint, run through this quick checklist:

✔️ Check for cracks, peeling paint, and damaged surfaces
✔️ Clean walls thoroughly to remove dirt, mould, and chalking
✔️ Repair minor cracks and allow surfaces to dry properly
✔️Ensure that you prime the raw surfaces / cracks before applying a top coat
✔️ Sand rough or flaking areas for a smooth finish
✔️ Choose the right exterior paint system for your surface and climate

Proper prep helps paint last longer, look better, and protect your home through the seasons.

Visit your nearest Universal Paints Direct Outlet for expert DIY advice, prep products, and exterior paints designed to perform — all year round.

20/09/2026

On this sacred day of reflection and atonement, may you find peace, forgiveness and renewed hope for the year ahead.

Wishing all who observe a meaningful Yom Kippur and an easy fast.

G’mar Chatimah Tovah. 🤍

19/09/2026

Colour has the power to tell a story — especially when it is inspired by craft, texture and heritage. 🎨

The Cultural Warmth palette celebrates tones that feel handmade and deeply connected to place.

Featuring:

▫️ Heritage Blush — inspired by soft clay and natural pigment
▫️ Indigo Textile — reminiscent of dyed cloth and woven detail
▫️ Sunset Craft — warm, earthy and full of creative energy

Use this palette to build interiors that honour local craft and material beauty. Pair painted walls with handmade ceramics, woven baskets, beaded details, carved timber, linen textures and clay-inspired décor.

Think:
▫️ Local ceramic pieces
▫️ Handwoven wall hangings
▫️ Painted display shelves
▫️ Natural fibre rugs
▫️ Earthy decorative accents

Perfect for creative homes, boutique retail spaces, restaurants, guesthouses and interiors that celebrate South African design in a subtle, sophisticated way.

18/09/2026

Should You Worry About Hairline Cracks?

Hairline cracks may seem small, but over time they can allow moisture to seep into your walls.
This can lead to peeling paint, damp patches, and more serious surface damage — especially on exterior walls exposed to changing weather conditions 🌦️

When moisture enters through cracks, it can weaken the paint system and affect adhesion, causing coatings to fail sooner than expected.

That’s why it’s important to repair cracks early using the right product 🛠️ Universal Paints Acrylic Crack Filler is a versatile, water-based patching compound designed for filling cracks and holes on both interior and exterior surfaces 🎨

✅ Suitable for cement, concrete, and masonry surfaces
✅ Can be used on vertical and horizontal cracks up to 3 mm
✅ High water resistance for longer-lasting protection 💪

Always prime/ seal the cracks before applying a top coat.
Fix the crack before it becomes a bigger problem 👌

Need advice before you start? Visit your nearest Universal Paints Direct Outlet and ask an expert for the right product guidance.

18/09/2026

🏢 UNIVERSAL PAINTS IS HEADING TO NAMA 2026! 🎨

We’re excited to announce that Universal Paints will be exhibiting at the NAMA 2026 National Conference, taking place on 15–16 October 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria.

The conference brings together professionals from across the community schemes and property management industry — and we’re looking forward to connecting with property managers, trustees, managing agents and industry partners.

👷 Come and meet the Universal Paints team and chat to us about:

🎨 Professional paint specifications
🏢 Interior & exterior coating systems
💧 Waterproofing solutions
🛠️ Maintenance and repainting projects
🤝 Product and technical support

📅 15–16 October 2026
📍 CSIR International Convention Centre | Pretoria

If you’re attending NAMA 2026, make sure you stop by the Universal Paints stand and say hello! 👋

We’ll see you in Pretoria!

17/09/2026

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Thank you so much for your kind words and continued support! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve received excellent service from our team. We truly appreciate your loyalty and look forward to assisting you again soon!