Painting a bathroom in Nigeria is different from painting any other room. Bathrooms are small, humid, and constantly exposed to moisture. Use the wrong paint or colour, and the wall will peel, smell, or just look tired in a few weeks.

Let’s fix that.

Why Your Bathroom Paint Fails Fast

Before we talk colours, here’s why most Nigerian bathrooms look dull or dirty after a few months:

• Wrong paint type – People use regular emulsion meant for bedrooms, not wet spaces.

• Poor surface prep – Painting over damp or oily walls.

• Zero ventilation – No windows or exhaust fans means trapped moisture.

• Cheap paint – Water-based paints with poor washability fade fast.

Now let’s talk about what works.

1. Best Paint Types for Nigerian Bathrooms

Use Prestige MoistureShield Satin or Silk Paint. Why?

• Water-resistant

• Easy to clean

• Resistant to mould and peeling

• Long-lasting shine

Don’t use:

• Matt emulsion (absorbs moisture)

• Non-washable acrylics

2. Best Bathroom Paint Colours in Nigeria

These colours work best for Nigerian homes. They’re clean, timeless, and hide dirt or soap splash marks better.

a. Off-White or Ivory

• Makes small bathrooms look bigger

• Pairs well with white tiles

b. Cool Grey

• Modern and calm

• Hides water marks better than white

c. Sky Blue

• Fresh and airy

• Gives a spa-like feel

d. Mint Green

• Soft and peaceful

• Works well with brown or beige tiles

e. Taupe or Light Mocha

• Earthy and rich

• Adds warmth to tiled spaces

3. Colours to Avoid

Some colours don’t work well in Nigerian bathrooms because they absorb heat, trap dirt, or look too harsh in small spaces.

• Black – Too dark and traps heat

• Bright Red or Yellow – Feels too aggressive

• Pure White – Hard to maintain

• Dark Green – Makes the space feel smaller

4. Tips Before You Paint

• Scrape off all flaking paint

• Let the wall dry for 48 hours if it’s been wet

• Use an anti-fungal primer first

• Open the windows or install an exhaust fan

Real-Life Example

Mrs. Ada from Enugu used Prestige Silk Paint in Mint Green for her small bathroom. She paired it with off-white tiles and a gold-framed mirror. The result? Her bathroom now looks bright and clean, and the paint has stayed fresh for over a year without peeling.

Your Move

Stop using the wrong paint and wondering why your bathroom looks tired. Choose from Prestige’s MoistureShield or Silk finishes and go for any of the tested colours listed above. You’ll thank yourself later.

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