Author Archives: Come Alive
Flash Harry Liquid Plastic: Solving Real Waterproofing Failures in South African Homes
Waterproofing is rarely top of mind, until a ceiling stains, paint bubbles, or water [...]
Mar
Autumn Painting in South Africa: Reset Your Home with Hamilton’s Brushware Before Winter
There’s a quiet sweet spot in the South African painting calendar that experienced contractors [...]
Feb
Scalloped Potato(15): Warming Cold, Dark Homes with Quiet, Buttery Comfort
Some homes never quite feel warm – no matter how many throws are added [...]
Feb
Modern Bauhaus Décor: A Bold, Functional Colour Approach for Contemporary South African Homes
There is a growing shift in South African interiors away from purely decorative design [...]
Feb
Surface Preparation Fundamentals: Why Paint Performance Starts Long Before the First Coat
If there is one universal truth in the coatings industry, it’s this: paint failure [...]
Feb
Pennygum: The Colour of the Year 2026- A South African Celebration of Nature, Calm, and Effortless Style
Every year, a new colour rises above the trends – but only a few capture [...]
Jan
Coastal Colour Palette South Africa: Cool, Calm Coastal Inspiration for Your Home
Coastal Colour Inspiration for South African Homes: A Cool, Calm, Coastal Palette for Summer 2025 [...]
Dec
Introducing Plascon End Rust Anti-Rust Primer: The Eco-Friendly Solution for Long-Lasting Metal Protection
Rust is not just a cosmetic problem, it weakens structures, damages metal surfaces, shortens lifespan, [...]
Nov
Contractor’s Choice: Hamilton’s Tools that Save Time on Site
Why the Right Tools Matter Every professional painter knows that productivity is all about preparation, [...]
Nov
Plascon 2026 Colour Forecast: HAND, made – A Celebration of Colour and Touch
Unlock the power of paint with the human hand, and bring home style that feels [...]
Nov