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		<title>Plascon transforms a Munsieville disability centre ahead of National Disability Awareness Month</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:37:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As South Africa prepares to mark National Disability Awareness Month (3 November to 3 December 2026), Plascon has contributed more than R200 000 worth of paint to refurbish the Tshwaraganang Lekgotlhelle Munsieville Disabled People&#8217;s Organisation, a community-rooted, non-profit based in Munsieville, Krugersdorp. The project was undertaken in collaboration with Dis-Chem Foundation, Pivot Group, LoveNation Foundation, Our Safe Space and Midrand Paint Centre.  The organisation&#8217;s facility was in significant need of renovation, presenting an opportunity to create a more welcoming environment for the people it serves and the work carried out there. The condition of a space sends a message, and organisations that support people with disabilities are no exception. ‘It is very rare for people to think about persons with disabilities who have always longed for belonging, for love, for a home. But Plascon thought about us, considered us, and turned our home into a beautiful space. It is so bright, there is so much laughter. We will forever be grateful,’ says Linda Mogoeng who has managed the Tshwaraganang Lekgotlhelle Munsieville Disabled People&#8217;s Organisation for 14 years. Each of the project&#8217;s partners contributed resources, expertise and support towards the refurbishment. This collective effort demonstrates how corporates, foundations, businesses and community [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Celebrate the arrival of Spring. Pop open a tin of paint!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:33:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Winter is loosening its grip. The days are becoming longer and warmer, and as colour returns to the world through bud burst and bloom, the urge to reset your space is setting in. One of the simplest, highest-impact ways to do that is to refresh the colour on your walls. Spring, with its returning greens, soft blossoms and clear open skies, is a naturally inspiring colour reference. The ‘fifth wall’ and the art of colour drenching Designers are increasingly treating the ceiling as a surface with as much potential to add personality and atmosphere as the four walls of a room.  Colour drenching, pulling a single hue across every surface in a room (walls, ceiling, cornices, skirting and trim), has been building momentum for a couple of years, but the trend has shifted. Homeowners once kept it safe with neutrals; now they&#8217;re going bold. Think a room drenched in the blushed depth of Ruby Tuesday (R5-B2-2), or ceiling, walls and trim unified in the unapologetic red of Hot-N-Spicy (R6-B1-1), both from Plascon&#8217;s Fashion + Candy Colour World.  If a full colour drench feels like a stretch, there is plenty of personality to be found in the details. Run a shade [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Plascon Orchard + Blooms: A colour world rooted in abundance, growth and everyday joy</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:48:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lush, generous and full of life, Orchard + Blooms is a colour world inspired by the sensory richness of fruit markets, garden centres and flourishing outdoor spaces. It celebrates abundance in all its forms like ripened produce, layered foliage and sun-warmed petals. It’s the palette that brings vitality indoors through expressive, organic colour. One of four colour worlds within the Plascon Colour Forecast 2026, Orchard + Blooms sits alongside Butter + Sky, Land + Sea, and Fashion + Candy. Together, the worlds form part of the overarching theme ‘HAND, made’, which foregrounds the human touch, natural cycles and the textures of daily life as key design influences for the year. Orchard + Blooms is the most overtly organic of the four worlds. It draws from the colours we associate with nourishment and growth: peach and orange blossoms, olive-green leaves, deep terracottas and the rich tones of fruit at peak ripeness. The result is a palette that feels grounded yet joyful. This speaks to a broader shift in how we want our homes to feel in 2026. As life becomes increasingly fast-paced and digitally mediated, there is a growing desire to reconnect with the rhythms of nature and the comfort of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Plascon raises the bar for heavy-duty roof waterproofing with new product, Plascon RubberTUFF</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:49:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Waterproofing is one of the fastest-growing categories in the South African home improvement market, with good reason. Because when roof coatings fail, the damage to homes can be far-reaching. Plascon&#8217;s new Plascon RubberTUFF Waterproofer is a heavy-duty, reinforced waterproofing system built to protect South African roofs against the conditions that cause most coatings to fail prematurely, while offering retailers a category-leading profit opportunity in a market growing at approximately 10% annually.  At the heart of Plascon RubberTUFF&#8217;s performance is its rubber-acrylic formulation, which gives the coating exceptional elasticity of up to 400% elongation. This is what makes it tough. As a building&#8217;s structure expands and contracts with temperature changes, or as existing cracks shift, Plascon RubberTUFF moves with it to prevent cracking under stress. This material property distinguishes a heavy-duty waterproofer from standard roof paint and underpins Plascon RubberTUFF&#8217;s 12-year guarantee. Roof coating and dedicated waterproofer in one Plascon RubberTUFF functions as both a high-performance roof coating and a dedicated waterproofing membrane. In waterproofing mode, it forms a seamless, continuous barrier capable of withstanding water ingress, including on flat or low-pitched areas where water is slow to drain. Straightforward enough for a weekend DIY project, and robust enough for a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Prep, fill and paint your walls like a pro</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:31:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Few things satisfy quite like transforming your home with your own hands, especially when all that’s needed is a weekend, the right products and a little know-how. This step-by-step guide to cleaning, prepping and painting your walls is everything a DIY homeowner needs for a beautiful finish. Step 1: Clean &#124; Start with a fresh slate The secret to paint that lasts is in the preparation. Before anything else, walls need to be thoroughly cleaned – skipping this step is the single most common DIY mistake, and one that Plascon Sugarsoap Powder makes entirely avoidable. Dissolved in water and applied with a sponge or cloth, it cuts through years of built-up grease, grime and household residue that would otherwise prevent paint from bonding properly to the surface. PRO TIP: Wipe down the walls from top to bottom and rinse thoroughly with clean water. Allow the surface to dry completely before moving on to the next step.  Step 2: Fill &#124; Banish cracks and imperfections Even the most beautiful paint colour can’t disguise a cracked or pitted wall, and this is where Plascon’s Polycell Polyfilla does its essential work. Available in two formulations, for inside walls and outdoor surfaces, this product [...]]]></description>
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		<title>LAND + SEA: The colour world that connects us to the ground beneath our feet and the waters that shape it</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:05:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Trends for 2026 see colour becoming a conduit for emotion, experience and place. Within this context, Land + Sea emerges as one of four distinct worlds within the Plascon Colour Forecast 2026, all linked by the umbrella theme of HAND, made. The Land + Sea palette grounds the forecast in the power of the natural world, highlighting hues that restore and reconnect. Drawing from the organic textures of bark, moss, algae, lichen and tidal pool life, Land + Sea brings together the raw honesty of earth with the calming depth of water. These are colours touched by weather, softened by nature and shaped by the landscapes that surround us.   At its heart, Land + Sea celebrates the tactile qualities of natural materials. Earthy browns echo sun-baked soil; greens call to mind moss-covered stones and forest understories; and muted blues evoke moments of stillness beside rivers, lakes and oceans. Even the palette’s soft orange notes feel mineral and grounded, like clay warmed by the sun. The seven colours in this colour world include African Mud (O2-E1-1), Olive (G2-E1-2), Frog Pond (Y6-D1-1), Bashful Blue (B3-C1-4), Sparkling Lemon Lime (Y6-A1-1), Daily Lily Dream (O2-A1-1), and Evening Stroll (G6-C2-1). Together, they form a deeply [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The optimistic BUTTER + SKY “world” from Plascon’s 2026 Colour Forecast provides a breath of lightness to lift your mood</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:11:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Expansive, uplifting and radiant, Butter + Sky celebrates light in all its forms. This “world” of colour is one of four inspiring worlds within Plascon’s ‘HAND, made’ themed Colour Forecast for 2026. Butter + Sky takes its cue from clear blue skies, golden blooms and sun-warmed walls. It’s a palette that invites serenity while inspiring optimism: airy, joyful and grounded in simple beauty. Sitting alongside three other colour worlds (including Land + Sea, Fashion + Candy and Orchard + Blooms), Butter + Sky channels the human touch through shades that feel familiar yet refreshing. Where the 2026 forecast as a whole honours craftsmanship and individuality, this particular world focuses on the art of light and how colour can transform a room through warmth, reflection and gentle contrast. ‘In a world that often feels complex, Butter + Sky returns us to a sense of ease,’ says Leslie Frank, Head of Marketing at Plascon. ‘These hues remind us that comfort can be found in simplicity, in sunlight and in the quiet joy of bringing colour to life by hand.’ Inspired by blue horizons and the golden tones of nature, the Butter + Sky palette blends radiant yellows with grounded neutrals and crisp, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Don’t overlook these areas when weather-proofing your home</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:26:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before the seasons shift, autumn is a valuable window to protect your home from issues that only become obvious once winter is fully underway. Whether your home is heading into months of heavy rainfall or recovering from a wet summer before a dry winter sets in, now is the time to assess vulnerable areas and strengthen protection. Hairline cracks, blistering paint, exposed metal and blocked drainage rarely cause urgency in fair weather, but seasonal shifts quickly expose weak points. Below is a practical, area-by-area guide, structured for both wet and dry winter climates. If you’re heading into a wet winter  When rain is imminent, moisture management becomes the priority. Preventative maintenance now can help avoid damp, corrosion and costly structural damage later. Blistering walls and bubbling paint Blistering or peeling paint is often an early sign that moisture has penetrated the surface. Summer sun can weaken paint films and create fine cracks. Once steady winter rain arrives, water seeps in, lifting paint and spreading damp patches. What to look out for: Hairline cracks or flaking paint on interior and exterior walls Bubbling, peeling or powdery residue Dark patches near windows, doors and corners Address these areas early with proper surface [...]]]></description>
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		<title>New year, new rooms: Plascon explores several interior design directions set to shape South African homes in 2026</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:33:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A new year often sparks a desire to reset our surroundings. But in 2026, that refresh goes deeper than aesthetics. Interior design is moving away from perfection and polish, and toward homes that feel real, layered and emotionally resonant. Across global and local design conversations, a clear mood is emerging: in a world increasingly shaped by AI, automation and digital speed, people are craving interiors that feel human. Spaces that comfort, cocoon and inspire. Spaces shaped by texture, craft, warmth and personal expression. As South Africa’s most trusted paint authority, Plascon has been closely tracking these shifts not to dictate how homes should look, but to help homeowners translate emerging interior design trends into lived-in, meaningful spaces through colour. ‘Every year brings new rhythms in the world of interiors, and 2026 is no exception,’ says Leslie Frank, Head of Marketing at Plascon South Africa. ‘What’s clear this year is a move toward homes that feel more intentional, more tactile and more human. Spaces designed around how people actually live, not just how they look. The defining interior design trends of 2026 Several key interior design directions stand out for 2026. 1. Lived-in luxury: Homes with heart, history and humanity Perfection [...]]]></description>
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		<title>HAND, made: Plascon’s directional new colour forecast for 2026 focuses on the transformative power of the human touch</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:48:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Orchard and Blooms PLASCON Colour Forecast As our initial fascination with all things AI begins to normalise, 2026 welcomes a refocus on all things human. In compiling its highly anticipated colour forecast for next year, Plascon has embraced a shift towards a ‘made by hand’ approach, foregrounding HAND, made as its overarching theme.  ‘At the heart of painting is the hand. It’s part of every step – choosing shades, testing swatches, and finally bringing colour to the wall. Paint is not abstract or artificial; it’s tangible, textured, and deeply human. The hand makes it real: authentic, unique, and a mark of craft. Our new colour combinations reflect the same spirit of celebrating imperfection and individuality. They don’t just cover surfaces, but respond to daily life,’ says Plascon’s head of marketing, Leslie Frank. Orchard And Blooms Colour PLASCON Colour Forecast The Plascon team looked to aspects of our surroundings for inspiration – horizons, waters, city streets, and wild gardens. The captivating end result spans four distinct colour ‘worlds’ that are inspired by nature and daily life, and which celebrate imperfection and individuality.  Creating four distinct colour groupings or ‘worlds’ involved pairing earthy tones with daring brights, subtle neutrals with expressive accents. [...]]]></description>
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