Bathrooms can blush. Kitchens can glow.
In today’s homes, functionality no longer means sacrificing style. The modern trend of Steam Chic embraces exactly that — the art of transforming moisture-prone spaces into sanctuaries of both sophistication and practicality. Whether you’re aiming for a serene spa-inspired bathroom or a glowing, gourmet-ready kitchen, the secret lies in finishes that are not only beautiful, but built to perform.
With the right coatings, your steamy, splashy spaces can stay fresh, clean, and effortlessly chic — for years to come.
Form Meets Function
Let’s be honest: kitchens and bathrooms work hard. Constant moisture, heat, and daily messes demand finishes that are more than just decorative. That’s where UniGlo Waterbased Enamel and UniShield Antimicrobial Coating come into their own — delivering high-performance solutions with design flair.
Uniglo: Make It Gleam
UniGlo is a premium Waterbased enamel paint designed especially for trims, doors, cupboards and other high-touch areas in bathrooms and kitchens. Slightly glossy with a silky sheen, it offers an elegant contrast against matte or low-sheen walls.
Key features include:
✔ 10-year life expectancy
✔ Non-yellowing, UV-resistant finish
✔ Superior stain resistance
✔ Low odour and quick drying for easy application
✔ Highly washable and durable
✔ Dirt-resistant finish – perfect for splash zones
Use UniGlo to highlight architectural details: frame windows, outline doorways, or create sleek skirtings in bold colours like black, charcoal, navy or crisp white. It’s an easy way to elevate your space while keeping it low-maintenance.
✔ Available in White, Black, Grey or any pastel tint
UniShield: Hygiene, Elevated
When it comes to health, UniShield goes the extra mile. Originally developed for hygiene-critical spaces such as hospitals, clinics, schools, kitchens, and food-processing areas, UniShield brings advanced antimicrobial technology right into your home.
This quick-drying, water-based coating incorporates a unique immobilisation system that ensures the antibacterial and antifungal protection remains active for the full life of the coating. Ideal for busy family bathrooms, shared living spaces, or open-plan kitchens, UniShield is your silent shield against bacteria and mould.
Features:
✔ Antimicrobial protection for the full lifespan of the coating
✔ Highly durable and UV resistant
✔ Excellent water and stain resistance
✔ Smooth, silky appearance
✔ 10-year life expectancy
✔ Available in White or any pastel tint
Apply UniShield to walls and ceilings in bathrooms or over food-preparation areas for long-term peace of mind — and a clean, modern finish.
How to Pull Off the Look
✔ Contrast with Confidence – Use Uniglo on trims and cabinetry to define your space and add structure.
✔ Hygiene Where It Counts – Apply UniShield on bathroom walls, behind stovetops, around sinks, and anywhere hygiene matters most.
✔ Low-Sheen Love – Use soft matt or low-sheen finishes for larger surfaces, balancing the glossy accents of Uniglo and the silky smoothness of UniShield.
Steam Chic That Lasts
This isn’t just a trend — it’s a design philosophy. One that says beauty shouldn’t fade with the steam, and style shouldn’t wash away with the next deep clean. At Universal Paints, our products are formulated for real-life living — high performance, high hygiene, and high design.
Pop into a Universal Paints store to chat with our team, browse colours, and explore the full range of solutions to elevate your bathroom or kitchen with lasting elegance.
Steam Chic: Because clean can be classy.
