The most widely available paint brands in Bangalore are Asian Paints, Berger Paints, Birla Opus, Kansai Nerolac, Dulux and JSW Paints, followed by Nippon Paint, Indigo Paints and Astral Paints (which owns Bengaluru-born Gem Paints). For most homes in Bangalore, any of these six national brands will give a reliable finish; the right choice depends on your budget, the wall (interior, exterior, terrace or wood) and how much monsoon exposure the surface gets.

This guide lists the top 50 paint brands you can buy in Bangalore in 2026, grouped by what they do best: decorative wall paints, value and regional brands, premium and industrial coatings, waterproofing and wall putty, and wood, craft and specialty finishes. Each entry tells you who the brand suits, so you can shortlist two or three before you visit a paint dealer or talk to your painting contractor.

Key takeaways for Bangalore homeowners

• Asian Paints is still India’s market leader, and Berger Paints is the clear number two.
• Birla Opus, launched in 2024 by the Aditya Birla Group, is now counted among the top three decorative paint brands by revenue share.
• JSW Paints now owns a majority stake in AkzoNobel India, the maker of Dulux, after a deal completed in December 2025.
• Bangalore’s long monsoon and frequent temperature swings make exterior emulsions, waterproofing coats and good wall putty more important than the top coat’s colour.
• Local and South Indian brands such as Gem Paints, Sheenlac, Agsar and Mysore Paints and Varnish are worth considering for value and specialty needs.

The paint market in Bangalore in 2026

India’s paints and coatings market is estimated at about USD 12.5 billion in 2026 and is forecast to reach about USD 19.5 billion by 2031, according to Ken Research. Decorative (architectural) paint makes up roughly three quarters of that market, which is why home paint brands dominate dealer shelves in Bangalore.

The market has changed faster in the last two years than in the previous decade. Birla Opus entered in 2024 and, per Aditya Birla Group, had become one of India’s top three decorative paint brands by revenue share by March 2025. In December 2025, JSW Paints completed its acquisition of a 61.2 percent stake in AkzoNobel India, bringing Dulux into the JSW Group. Legacy leaders have held their ground: Business Standard reported in late 2025 that Birla Opus’s early growth had cooled and brokerages were turning positive on Asian Paints and Berger again.

For a Bangalore buyer, that competition means better dealer offers, more shade choice and more product warranties than ever before.

Why Bangalore needs the right paint

Bangalore’s weather is mild, but it is hard on paint in specific ways:

• Two monsoon seasons. The southwest monsoon and the northeast monsoon mean exterior walls stay damp for months, which invites algae, fungus and peeling on cheaper coatings.
• Strong UV at altitude. At about 900 metres above sea level, sunlight fades dark exterior shades faster than in coastal cities.
• Dust and traffic pollution. Exterior walls near busy roads such as Outer Ring Road, Hosur Road and Tumkur Road collect grime quickly, so dirt-resistant and washable finishes pay off.
• Rapid new construction. New apartments and villas in areas like Whitefield, Sarjapur, Devanahalli and Electronic City need good primers and wall putty on fresh plaster.

How we picked these 50 brands

Brands were included if they are sold or applied in Bangalore through dealers, company stores, contractors or major online stores, and if they have a clear specialty a homeowner, builder or business would look for. The list is grouped by category rather than ranked purely by size, because the best waterproofing brand is not the same as the best wood polish brand. No brand paid to be included. Availability of specific products varies by dealer, so always confirm stock and the latest price at your nearest store.

Top 50 paint brands in Bangalore at a glance

Use this table to shortlist brands by job. Price tier is a general guide to where a brand’s main range sits; every large brand also sells economy and luxury lines.

#	Brand	Category	Best for	Price tier
1	Asian Paints	National decorative	Interiors, exteriors, waterproofing, home decor	Economy to luxury
2	Berger Paints	National decorative	Weatherproof exteriors, interiors	Economy to luxury
3	Birla Opus	National decorative	Full home repaint on a value budget	Economy to luxury
4	Kansai Nerolac	National decorative and industrial	Interiors, auto and industrial coatings	Mid to premium
5	Dulux	National decorative	Premium interiors and exteriors	Mid to luxury
6	JSW Paints	National decorative	Water-based paints, simple pricing	Mid
7	Nippon Paint	National decorative	Interiors, exteriors, South India dealer reach	Mid to premium
8	Indigo Paints	National decorative	Ceiling, metallic and specialty finishes	Mid
9	Shalimar Paints	Heritage decorative and industrial	Enamels, budget repaints	Economy to mid
10	Astral Paints (Gem Paints)	Bengaluru-rooted decorative	Emulsions, enamels, wood coatings	Economy to mid
11	Sheenlac	South India regional	Wood polish, stains, emulsions	Economy to mid
12	Jenson & Nicholson	Heritage decorative	Value household paints	Economy
13	British Paints	Value decorative (Berger group)	Distempers, budget projects	Economy
14	Agsar Paints	South India regional	Enamels, primers, putty	Economy
15	Kamdhenu Paints	Value decorative	Budget new construction	Economy
16	MRF Vapocure	Specialty decorative and industrial	Wood finishes, enamels	Mid
17	Snowcem	Cement paint	Compound walls, utility exteriors	Economy
18	JK Maxx Paints	New-age decorative	Emulsions with JK putty	Economy to mid
19	Mysore Paints and Varnish	Karnataka public sector	Enamels, institutional work	Economy
20	Decan Paints	Karnataka regional	Budget emulsions, cement paint	Economy
21	Jotun	International premium	Premium exteriors, protective coatings	Premium
22	Sherwin-Williams	International industrial	Industrial and protective coatings	Premium
23	Tikkurila	International premium	Interior finishes, wood stains	Premium
24	Sirca Paints	Premium wood and decor	Italian wood coatings, textures	Premium to luxury
25	Hempel	Protective and marine	Steel structures, factories	Specialty
26	Carboline	Protective coatings	Industrial plants, fireproofing	Specialty
27	Axalta	Automotive and industrial	Car refinish, OEM	Specialty
28	PPG Asian Paints	Automotive and industrial	Auto OEM, refinish	Specialty
29	Interpon	Powder coatings	Aluminium, steel fabrication	Specialty
30	Berger Becker Coatings	Industrial	Coil and appliance coatings	Specialty
31	Glasurit (BASF)	Automotive refinish	Body shop repairs	Specialty
32	Dr. Fixit	Waterproofing	Terraces, bathrooms, cracks	Mid
33	Fosroc	Construction chemicals	Waterproofing, floor and tank coatings	Specialty
34	Sika	Construction chemicals	Waterproofing membranes, sealants	Specialty
35	Ardex Endura	Construction chemicals	Tile adhesives, waterproofing	Specialty
36	MYK Laticrete	Construction chemicals	Tile adhesives, waterproofing	Specialty
37	Grand Polycoats	Specialty coatings	Waterproof and textured coatings	Specialty
38	Birla White	Wall putty and white cement	Smooth walls before painting	Economy to mid
39	JK WallMaxx	Wall putty	Wall preparation, primers	Economy to mid
40	Walplast	Wall putty	Putty, plaster and wall prep	Economy
41	ICA Pidilite	Premium wood coatings	Italian PU and wood finishes	Premium
42	Oikos	Luxury decorative finishes	Italian textures, feature walls	Luxury
43	Fevicryl	Hobby and craft paints	Art, DIY, school projects	Economy
44	Camlin	Art paints	Artists, students, murals	Economy to mid
45	Rust-Oleum	Spray and DIY paints	Metal, furniture, DIY touch-ups	Mid
46	Esdee Paints	Regional decorative and industrial	Enamels, industrial paints	Economy to mid
47	Bombay Paints	Heritage decorative	Enamels, primers	Economy
48	Retina Paints	Regional decorative	Budget water-based paints	Economy
49	Saint-Gobain Weber	Construction chemicals	Tile adhesive, waterproofing, renders	Specialty
50	Teknovace	Premium wood coatings	PU and UV wood finishes for furniture	Premium

National decorative leaders (brands 1 to 10)

These ten brands account for most of the wall paint sold in Bangalore. You will find them at almost every paint dealer, with in-store tinting machines and trained painter networks across the city.

1. Asian Paints

Asian Paints, founded in 1942 and headquartered in Mumbai, is India’s largest paint company and the default choice for many Bangalore homeowners. Its range runs from economy distempers to luxury emulsions, plus waterproofing, wood finishes, wallpapers and full home painting services. Colour consultancy and a dense dealer network make it the easiest brand to buy and match later.

Best for: any home where you want wide shade choice, easy touch-ups and a single brand for walls, wood and waterproofing.

2. Berger Paints

Berger Paints, established in 1923 and based in Kolkata, is the second-largest paint company in India. It is especially known for weatherproof and anti-dust exterior emulsions, which suit Bangalore homes on dusty, high-traffic roads. Berger also owns the value brand British Paints (brand 13).

Best for: exterior walls, independent houses and apartment facades that need dirt and weather resistance.

3. Birla Opus

Birla Opus is the paint brand of Grasim Industries, part of the Aditya Birla Group, launched in 2024. According to Grasim’s own earnings commentary, it calls itself the third-largest decorative paints player and was present in over 10,400 towns by late fiscal 2026. It competes hard on dealer offers and price, and benefits from the UltraTech Cement distribution network.

Best for: full home repaints and new construction where value for money matters, without dropping to an unbranded paint.

4. Kansai Nerolac

Kansai Nerolac, part of Japan’s Kansai Paint group, is a leader in industrial and automotive coatings in India and a strong decorative brand too. Its interior range is popular for washable, low-odour finishes, and its industrial know-how shows in its protective coatings.

Best for: interiors where washability matters, and businesses that also need industrial or vehicle coatings.

5. Dulux

Dulux is the decorative brand of AkzoNobel India, which became part of the JSW Group when JSW Paints completed its majority stake purchase in December 2025. Dulux is positioned at the premium end, known for smooth interior finishes and long-life exterior ranges such as Weathershield.

Best for: premium interiors and exteriors, villas and homes where finish quality is the priority.

6. JSW Paints

JSW Paints, part of the JSW Group, entered decorative paints in 2019 with water-based formulations and an “any colour, one price” approach. With Dulux now in the same group, JSW has become one of the largest paint players in the country.

Best for: buyers who want simple pricing, water-based products and bold colours at no extra cost.

7. Nippon Paint

Nippon Paint, a Japanese group with Indian headquarters in Chennai, has strong dealer reach in South India, including Bangalore. Its range covers interior and exterior emulsions, enamels and wood finishes, and it is well known for low-odour and air-care interior products.

Best for: families and offices wanting low-odour interiors, and buyers who prefer a South India-focused brand.

8. Indigo Paints

Indigo Paints, based in Pune, built its brand on differentiated products such as ceiling-specific paint, metallic emulsions and tile and floor coatings. It is a good fit when you need one specialty finish rather than a complete repaint.

Best for: ceilings, metallic feature walls, floor and tile coatings.

9. Shalimar Paints

Shalimar Paints, founded in 1902, is one of India’s oldest paint companies. It sells decorative emulsions and enamels alongside industrial and protective coatings, and is usually priced below the top national brands.

Best for: budget repaints, enamels for grills and gates, and institutional work.

10. Astral Paints (Gem Paints)

Gem Paints was founded in Bengaluru in 1981, and Astral acquired its operating paint business in 2022. Astral Paints now sells interior and exterior emulsions, primers, enamels, putties and wood coatings under both the Astral and Gem names. It is one of the few large brands with genuine Bangalore roots.

Best for: buyers who want a Bangalore-born brand, value emulsions and enamels backed by a large listed company.

Value, regional and South India brands (11 to 20)

These brands are popular with contractors, builders and budget-conscious homeowners in Bangalore and across Karnataka. They are often stocked by neighbourhood paint and hardware shops, especially in older markets such as Chickpet and in growing suburbs.

11. Sheenlac

Sheenlac is a Chennai-based brand with deep roots in South India. It is best known for wood polishes, stains and thinners used by carpenters and furniture makers, and it also sells wall emulsions and putty.

Best for: wooden doors, furniture and cabinets, and value wall paints from a South Indian company.

12. Jenson & Nicholson

Jenson & Nicholson is one of India’s oldest paint brands, remembered for its Robbialac range. Today it focuses on value decorative paints for homes.

Best for: budget household repaints from a heritage name.

13. British Paints

British Paints is a value brand within the Berger group. Its range leans towards distempers, primers and economy emulsions for large-volume and budget projects.

Best for: rental properties, hostels, staff quarters and other budget-led projects.

14. Agsar Paints

Agsar Paints is a South Indian regional brand from Tamil Nadu, known for affordable enamels, primers and wall putty. It is popular with local painters who want reliable basics at a low price.

Best for: grills, gates and metal work, and low-cost primer and putty.

15. Kamdhenu Paints

Kamdhenu Paints, established in 2008, sells emulsions, enamels, primers, textures and designer finishes. In 2026 it also launched a wood coatings line called Kamolac, backed by a network of more than 4,400 dealers.

Best for: budget new construction and value decorative finishes.

16. MRF Vapocure

The paints and coatings division of tyre maker MRF sells wood finishes, PU coatings and enamels, and several Bengaluru wholesalers stock its wood and metal coatings. It is better known among furniture makers and painters than among homeowners.

Best for: PU wood finishes and durable metal coatings.

17. Snowcem

Snowcem is one of India’s best-known cement paint brands. Cement paint is a low-cost, breathable coating for masonry, which makes it useful for compound walls, sheds and utility areas in Bangalore.

Best for: compound walls, terrace parapets, outhouses and other utility exteriors on a tight budget.

18. JK Maxx Paints

JK Cement, already well known for its white cement and wall putty, now sells decorative paints under the JK Maxx name. It pairs well with JK wall putty for a single-brand wall system.

Best for: buyers already using JK putty who want matching emulsions.

19. Mysore Paints and Varnish

Mysore Paints and Varnish Limited is a Karnataka government company based in Mysuru, famous for making the indelible ink used in Indian elections. It also manufactures paints, enamels and varnishes, mainly for institutional and government buyers.

Best for: government and institutional work, and buyers who want a Karnataka public-sector brand.

20. Decan Paints

Decan Paints is a Karnataka-based manufacturer that sells economy and premium emulsions, waterproof cement paint and enamels through distributors in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

Best for: low-budget projects in Bangalore and nearby towns where local support matters.

Premium, international and industrial coatings (21 to 31)

Bangalore’s factories in Peenya, Bommasandra, Whitefield and Hoskote, along with its auto body shops and large commercial projects, use specialist coatings that most homeowners never see. These brands lead those segments, and a few also sell premium home finishes.

21. Jotun

Jotun is a Norwegian coatings group with a manufacturing base in India. It is strong in marine and protective coatings and also sells premium decorative exterior and interior paints through select dealers.

Best for: premium exteriors, steel structures and commercial buildings that need long-life protection.

22. Sherwin-Williams

Sherwin-Williams, one of the world’s largest coatings companies, focuses in India on industrial, protective and wood coatings rather than mass retail wall paint.

Best for: factories, warehouses and commercial projects specifying international-grade protective coatings.

23. Tikkurila

Tikkurila, a Finnish brand now part of the PPG group, is known for Scandinavian interior paints and wood stains. It is a niche premium choice in India, sold through select dealers and design studios.

Best for: premium interiors and exterior wood such as decks and pergolas.

24. Sirca Paints

Sirca Paints India, based in New Delhi, specialises in Italian wood coatings and polyurethane finishes, along with decorative wall textures. It is a favourite with interior designers for high-end furniture and wardrobes.

Best for: luxury wood finishes on furniture, wardrobes and wall panelling.

25. Hempel

Hempel is a Danish coatings company specialising in protective, marine and industrial coatings, including fire protection and anti-corrosion systems.

Best for: steel structures, industrial plants and infrastructure projects.

26. Carboline

Carboline is a global protective coatings brand used for corrosion protection, tank linings and fireproofing in heavy industry.

Best for: chemical plants, tanks and high-corrosion industrial environments.

27. Axalta

Axalta Coating Systems supplies automotive OEM and refinish coatings, with brands such as Cromax and Standox used in body shops.

Best for: car and bike refinishing, commercial vehicle paint shops.

28. PPG Asian Paints

PPG Asian Paints is a joint venture between US coatings major PPG and Asian Paints. It serves automotive OEM, refinish and industrial customers.

Best for: auto body shops and industrial buyers wanting a PPG-backed system.

29. Interpon

Interpon is AkzoNobel’s powder coatings brand. Powder coatings were not part of the AkzoNobel India sale to JSW and remain with AkzoNobel. They are widely used on aluminium windows, steel furniture and appliances.

Best for: fabricators powder coating aluminium sections, gates and steel furniture.

30. Berger Becker Coatings

Berger Becker Coatings is an industrial joint venture associated with Berger Paints. It focuses on coil and industrial coatings used in pre-painted steel and appliances.

Best for: manufacturers and roofing sheet suppliers needing coil coatings.

31. Glasurit (BASF)

Glasurit is BASF’s premium automotive refinish brand, used by authorised car service centres and premium body shops for factory-matched colours.

Best for: high-end car repairs and colour-matched refinishing.

Waterproofing, construction chemicals and wall putty (32 to 40)

In Bangalore, a paint job usually fails because of water, not because of the top coat. Leaking terraces, damp bathroom walls and hairline plaster cracks let moisture in during the monsoon and push paint off from behind. These brands handle the layers under the paint.

32. Dr. Fixit

Dr. Fixit is Pidilite’s waterproofing brand and one of the most recognised names among Indian homeowners and contractors. Its range covers terrace coatings, bathroom waterproofing, crack fillers and admixtures for new construction.

Best for: leaking terraces, bathroom walls and roof slabs before repainting.

33. Fosroc

Fosroc is a construction chemicals company with a long presence in Bangalore. It supplies waterproofing systems, floor coatings, tank linings and repair mortars, mainly to builders and contractors.

Best for: new buildings, basements, water tanks and industrial floors.

34. Sika

Sika is a Swiss construction chemicals group supplying waterproofing membranes, sealants, adhesives and concrete admixtures for residential and infrastructure projects.

Best for: podium and terrace waterproofing, expansion joints and large projects.

35. Ardex Endura

Ardex Endura supplies tile adhesives, grouts and waterproofing products in India. It is widely used by tilers and contractors where wet areas meet painted walls.

Best for: bathrooms, balconies and kitchens, especially under tiles.

36. MYK Laticrete

MYK Laticrete makes tile adhesives, grouts, waterproofing coatings and stone care products. It is common on Bangalore apartment projects.

Best for: wet areas, tiled terraces and balcony waterproofing.

37. Grand Polycoats

Grand Polycoats is an Indian specialty coatings maker offering waterproof coatings, textured finishes and elastomeric wall coatings.

Best for: textured exterior finishes and elastomeric coats that bridge fine cracks.

38. Birla White

Birla White, from the Aditya Birla Group, is one of India’s leading white cement and wall putty brands. A good putty layer gives a smooth base and reduces paint consumption.

Best for: preparing new or uneven plaster for smooth interior finishes.

39. JK WallMaxx

JK Cement’s wall putty and wall preparation range is widely sold in Bangalore alongside its white cement. It pairs with JK Maxx Paints (brand 18).

Best for: wall putty and primer on new construction.

40. Walplast

Walplast is an Indian brand focused on wall putty, plaster and wall preparation products, often chosen by builders for large projects.

Best for: cost-effective wall putty and plastering on new buildings.

Wood, decor, craft and other specialty brands (41 to 50)

The final ten cover premium wood finishes, designer wall textures, DIY and art paints, and a handful of regional brands that round out what Bangalore dealers and online stores carry.

41. ICA Pidilite

ICA Pidilite brings Italian wood coatings from the ICA Group to India through a partnership with Pidilite. Its PU and water-based wood finishes are popular with premium furniture and modular kitchen makers.

Best for: high-end furniture, veneers and modular wardrobes.

42. Oikos

Oikos is an Italian decorative finishes brand known for textured, stone-effect and metallic wall coatings, available in India through design studios and select dealers.

Best for: feature walls, lobbies, restaurants and luxury residences.

43. Fevicryl

Fevicryl is Pidilite’s hobby and craft paint range, found in stationery and art shops across Bangalore.

Best for: DIY decor, children’s projects, fabric and glass painting.

44. Camlin

Camlin, now part of Kokuyo Camlin, is a household name for artists’ colours, poster paints and acrylics.

Best for: students, artists and hand-painted murals.

45. Rust-Oleum

Rust-Oleum is a US brand of spray paints and rust-preventive coatings, available in India mainly through online stores and specialty hardware shops.

Best for: quick DIY makeovers of metal furniture, railings and decor items.

46. Esdee Paints

Esdee Paints is a Gujarat-based manufacturer of decorative and industrial paints, including enamels and protective coatings.

Best for: value enamels and industrial paint for small factories and workshops.

47. Bombay Paints

Bombay Paints is a heritage Indian paint brand known for enamels, primers and general-purpose paints.

Best for: basic enamel and primer work on metal and wood.

48. Retina Paints

Retina Paints is a Hyderabad-based regional brand making budget water-based paints and wall fillers, with growing distribution across South India.

Best for: low-cost interior repaints in nearby markets.

49. Saint-Gobain Weber

Weber is Saint-Gobain’s construction products brand, offering tile adhesives, waterproofing and wall renders used under and around painted surfaces.

Best for: wall renders, tile fixing and waterproofing on new construction.

50. Teknovace

Teknovace is an Indian premium wood coatings company founded in 2019. In January 2026, German specialty chemicals group Remmers announced a Rs 300 crore investment to scale its production in India.

Best for: furniture makers and interior firms wanting modern PU and UV wood finishes.

Which paint brand is best for each job in Bangalore?

The best paint brand depends on the surface. Use this table to match the job to a shortlist, then compare the specific product lines and warranties at your dealer.

Job	What to look for	Brands to shortlist
Exterior walls of an independent house	Anti-algae, dirt resistance, long warranty	Berger, Asian Paints, Dulux, Birla Opus, Jotun
Apartment interiors	Washable, low odour, wide shade range	Asian Paints, Nippon Paint, Kansai Nerolac, JSW Paints
Budget repaint or rental flat	Economy emulsion or distemper	British Paints, Birla Opus, Shalimar, Kamdhenu
Leaking terrace or damp wall	Waterproofing before paint	Dr. Fixit, Fosroc, Sika, Asian Paints
New plaster in a new home	Good primer and wall putty	Birla White, JK WallMaxx, Walplast plus any national brand
Wooden doors and furniture	PU or melamine wood finish	Sirca, ICA Pidilite, Sheenlac, Asian Paints, Teknovace
Grills, gates and metal	Synthetic enamel with rust primer	Asian Paints, Berger, Shalimar, Agsar, Rust-Oleum
Ceilings	Ceiling-specific or bright white emulsion	Indigo Paints, Asian Paints, Nippon Paint
Feature wall or lobby	Textures and designer finishes	Oikos, Sirca, Asian Paints, Dulux
Factory or warehouse	Epoxy and protective coatings	Jotun, Hempel, Sherwin-Williams, Kansai Nerolac

Tips for Bangalore’s weather

• Fix water first. Repair terrace and bathroom waterproofing before the monsoon; paint applied over damp walls will blister and peel.
• Paint exteriors in the dry season. December to April is usually the best window in Bangalore, when walls are dry and rain interruptions are rare.
• Choose lighter exterior shades. Lighter colours fade less visibly under strong sun and keep homes cooler.
• Do not skip primer and putty. A good base coat reduces paint consumption and helps the finish last longer.
• Ask about warranties. Many premium exterior and waterproofing products carry multi-year warranties, usually only valid when applied by trained applicators to the recommended system.

How to buy paint in Bangalore without overspending

1. Measure first. Calculate the paintable area of each room (wall length times height, minus doors and windows) and check the coverage printed on the tin, usually given in square feet per litre for two coats.
2. Get two or three quotes. Compare the same product line across two dealers and, if you are hiring a contractor, ask for the brand and exact product name in writing.
3. Buy the full system from one brand. Primer, putty and top coat from the same brand are designed to work together and are often needed for warranty claims.
4. Check the batch and date. Make sure all tins of a tinted shade come from the same tinting batch to avoid colour mismatch.
5. Keep a little extra. Store a small quantity of each shade for future touch-ups, and note the shade code.