Painting the Bathroom
Any painted surface in a bathroom needs a moisture- and mould-resistant paint in a wipeable finish — and good ventilation so it lasts. Pricing is shown per country; regions marked "being researched" are coming soon.
Paint options
Anti-Mould Bathroom Paint
Paint with fungicidal additives that stop mould and mildew taking hold — made for high-humidity rooms like a tiny bathroom.
Advantages
- Resists mould and mildew
- Built for constant moisture
- Washable surface
- Saves costly repainting later
Disadvantages
- Costs more than standard paint
- Still needs good ventilation to work
Indicative pricing
100% Acrylic Paint
A flexible, low-porosity acrylic film that resists water absorption and moves with temperature changes without cracking.
Advantages
- Strong moisture resistance
- Flexes without cracking (good on the road)
- Durable and long-lasting
Disadvantages
- Choose a bathroom-grade product, not general acrylic
- Surface prep matters
Indicative pricing
Satin / Semi-Gloss Finish
The sheen level matters in a bathroom — satin and semi-gloss repel moisture and wipe clean, where flat paint absorbs it.
Advantages
- Easy to wipe clean
- Repels moisture better than flat
- Hides minor surface marks
Disadvantages
- Shows wall imperfections more than flat
- Higher gloss can look clinical
Indicative pricing
Primer / Undercoat
A sealing coat that helps the topcoat bond and stops stains bleeding through — important over new linings and fibre-cement sheet.
Advantages
- Better topcoat adhesion
- Seals porous surfaces
- Blocks stains
Disadvantages
- Extra step and cost
- Must match the surface and topcoat
Indicative pricing
Companies & suppliers by country
USA
Being researched
Canada
Being researched
UK
Being researched
Europe
Being researched