New concrete walls in Nigeria are one of the hardest surfaces to paint correctly. Without the right primer system, efflorescence (white powdery salt) and peeling appear within months. In 2026 the best paint for new concrete walls is a high-alkali-resistant primer + breathable topcoat. Here’s what actually works.
Why most paints fail on new concrete
- High pH (alkalinity) burns normal paint
- Moisture trapped inside concrete wicks to surface
- Efflorescence pushes through porous topcoats
- Using matte only (too absorbent)
The correct system – best paint for new concrete walls in Nigeria
- Wait for full cure – Minimum 28–42 days (longer in rainy season)
- Apply Prestige Alkali-Seal Concrete Primer – 2 thin coats (blocks pH & efflorescence)
- Topcoat – Prestige Timeless Interior Eggshell or Satin (breathable yet wipeable) – 2 full coats
Quick finish recommendations
- Living rooms & bedrooms → Eggshell (best balance)
- Bathrooms & kitchens → Satin or Semi-Gloss (max moisture resistance)
- High-sun exterior concrete → Timeless Exterior WeatherShield over Alkali-Seal
Expected result Done correctly, no efflorescence or peeling for 8–12 years (even in humid Lagos/Abuja).
Painting new concrete walls soon? Send us the wall condition + photos → we’ll give you the exact Prestige system that stops peeling and send free primer/topcoat samples.
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