Painters and contractors
Paint specification for builders: a simple system for new projects
A simple template
| Area | System |
|---|---|
| Exterior walls | Exterior primer + two coats exterior emulsion |
| Interior walls | Cement primer + putty + two coats emulsion |
| Ceilings | Primer + ceiling white |
| Bathrooms, balconies | Two-component waterproofing under tiles |
| Roof | Repairs + roof coating or membrane |
| Metal and wood | Matching primer + enamel or wood finish |
Why specify in writing
A written specification lets you compare painter quotes fairly, check work on site, and explain to buyers what has been used. It also reduces callbacks for damp and peeling after handover.
Sampling and approval
Paint a sample panel of each finish and shade on site and get it approved before full application. Record shade codes in the project file so future repaints match.
Before the painter starts: a short checklist
- Fix leaks and damp first; paint will not stop water coming through a wall
- Scrape loose and flaking paint; sand glossy patches so the new coat grips
- Fill cracks, then prime repaired spots and any bare plaster
- Use putty only where the wall is uneven, and sand it smooth
- Cover floors and furniture; remove switch plates and fittings
- Note the shade code of every tin, so a later top-up matches
Working with PT Enterprises as a contractor or painter
Contractors and painters can buy from our Gwalior store or through the Berger dealers we supply in all eight districts of the region. Share your product list by site and phase, and we will help check quantities, suggest the right primer and waterproofing for each surface, and tint shades by code so repeat orders match. For larger jobs, we can plan deliveries in phases so material reaches the site when the work needs it. Call or WhatsApp +91 77559 81105 with your list.
Common reasons for callbacks after a paint job
- Painting over damp or salt without treatment
- Skipping primer on new or repaired plaster
- Thick putty that cracks or softens
- One coat where two were needed
- Different tinting batches of the same shade on one wall
Each of these is avoidable with a written specification and a quick check at each stage.
Berger products that suit this job
| Product | Range | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Berger BP Exterior Cement Primer | Economy | BP Exterior Cement Primer is an acrylic primer for outside walls. |
| Berger WeatherCoat Champ | Premium | WeatherCoat Champ is a weatherproof acrylic emulsion with a soft sheen and strong film. |
| Berger Bison Wall Putty | Economy | Bison Wall Putty is a white cement-based powder putty for interior and exterior walls. |
| Berger HomeShield Latex Shield 2K | Premium | HomeShield Latex Shield 2K is a two-component polymer waterproofing for concrete, brick and block work. |
Buying Berger outside Gwalior city
PT Enterprises supplies more than 70 Berger dealers across the Gwalior region, so the products in this guide are available in Gwalior, Morena, Bhind, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Datia, Guna, Ashoknagar. Call or WhatsApp +91 77559 81105 and we will tell you the nearest dealer and check stock.
Useful next steps
- Supply for painters and contractors
- Our Berger DOCO store in Gwalior
- Full Berger Paints range
- Free site visit and estimate in Gwalior
Frequently asked questions
Can you prepare a specification for my project?
Yes. Share drawings and requirements and we will suggest a Berger system.
Do you supply phased orders to builders?
Yes, in Gwalior and through our dealers elsewhere.
Which products are most common for flats?
Economy or premium interior emulsions with putty inside, and premium exterior emulsions outside.
About this guide: written by the team at PT Enterprises, the authorised Berger Paints distributor for the Gwalior region, which supplies dealers in eight districts and runs a Berger DOCO store in Gwalior. Product details follow Berger’s published data sheets; check the data sheet of your exact product for coverage, coats and drying time.
