
Surender Bhatia
CEO
India’s paints and coatings industry has undergone a remarkable evolution in the past few decades. Today, it is no longer simply about colour. It is about performance, sustainability, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility. With consumers being more informed, their preferences and demands have changed, ranging from designer textures to eco-safe applications.
This shift has pushed the players in the paint industry to innovate or they risk falling behind. In response to the evolving risks and demands of the industry, Snowcem Paints, a division of Saurashtra Cement Ltd., has now replaced conventional offerings with durable, sustainable, and quality products across various market segments of India.
It has created a benchmark in transforming the market with a premium product portfolio that meets the needs of builders, homeowners, contractors, and painters in terms of quality, aesthetics, performance, and specifications.
“Wherever our products are applied, they are met with satisfaction and appreciation”, signifies Surender Bhatia, CEO, Snowcem Paints. This indicates the brand’s credibility for quality and the diversity of its acceptance across segments, small and large-scale projects alike.
Known for its rich legacy, innovation, and accountability, Snowcem Paints was founded in 1959 with a clear goal: to provide durable, weather-resistant paint solutions suitable for Indian weather conditions. At a time when the market was almost nascent, Snowcem Paints ascended in the industry as the first mover. Even after several decades, the company remains a dedicated decorative paint company, staying responsible to its mission: to deliver sustainable, high-performance, and innovative paints that elevate aesthetics while ensuring longevity and environmental responsibility.
In May 2021, Snowcem Paints business became a part of Saurashtra Cement, under The Mehta Group. This strategic alliance has strengthened the company’s operational backbone, whilst accelerating its growth into newer segments and new geographies.
“We carry forward a legacy of trust built over six decades, entrenched in consistently reliable product quality and consumer satisfaction”, shares Surender Bhatia.
With a robust Pan-India presence and a distribution network supporting urban, semi-urban, and rural regions, Snowcem Paints is strategically poised to spread its wings to steer maximum market reach.
Pioneering Range of Product Portfolio
The company’s product range includes exterior and interior emulsions, designer finishes, primers, cement paints, texture coatings, and putty. The company is also devising a portfolio of flagship products, with some already launched and more in the pipeline. Their leading products consist of UniGloss, SandTex Matt, Snowcryl, Zenita, Celeste, Sentino, Snowcem Plus, and Cement Paint.
These products are specifically designed to offer exceptional weather, UV protection, coupled with optimal aesthetics and durability tailored to India’s diverse climate ecosystems. “Our flagship products are designed to deliver extraordinary performance and visual charm, even in the most challenging environmental conditions”, adds Surender Bhatia.
To foster sustainability over the entire supply chain, Snowcem Paints actively educates dealers, painters, and contractors beyond the manufacturing process by presenting sustainable application practices. “We are known for our low VOC content water-based paints”, states Surender Bhatia.
Excelling in Quality & Performance
With the industry rapidly changing, Snowcem Paints is adapting to technological advancements and innovation at every stage of operation. From smart lab tests and research & development of sustainable raw materials to state-of-the-art CRM and ERP systems that help with real-time dealer management, it employs technology for products for better performance and improved customer experience. The company is equipping dealer stores with innovative tinting machines for instant customization, while integrating automation and AI-based research for smarter solutions.
“From strategic upskilling to AI integration, we are equipping our workforce with future-ready capabilities to drive the industry through the next wave of revolution”, cites Surender Bhatia.
Snowcem Paints always stays attuned to consumer requirements, responding to the demands for textured and designer-finish paints that elevate both performance and aesthetics Operational efficiency is another pillar of Snowcem Paints’ success. With multi-tier warehousing methods, ISO certified processes, and in-house quality testing for raw materials, the company ensures minimum delivery errors.
We carry forward a legacy of trust built over six decades, entrenched in consistently reliable product quality and consumer satisfaction
Every batch of product is thoroughly tested, all products are delivered on time, including outlier geography locations, and the continuity of supply in a diverse market ensures service and quality are prominent for Snowcem Paints.
Challenges & Breakthroughs in Navigation
Looking back on the journey, Surender Bhatia recalls that one of the key challenges in the business was during the phase of transitioning from cement to mod ern decorative paints. “However, by staying resolute, we accomplished a seamless transition by rebranding strategically, broadening our product portfolio, and equipping dealers with the right resources and training”, explains Surender Bhatia.
Another key challenge was maintaining consistent quality during its dynamic expansion. Addressing this, the company thoroughly executed automated processes with real-time capabilities to ensure control and precision at every stage.
Vision to Adapt Tomorrow for Future-ready solutions
Looking ahead, Snowcem Paints is striving to be in tune with industry trends, with commitment to AI adaptation, sustainability, innovation, digital engagement, and continuous upskilling. “We are fully set to adapt to all changes in the industry, and in many cases, we are already ahead of the curve”, concludes Surender Bhatia.
Snowcem Paints has carved a distinct niche, not simply for its heritage, but for its clear-sighted vision. With a deliberate focus on ecological innovation, technological advancements, and nationwide reach, Snowcem Paints is revolutionizing the way India adds color to its landscapes, sustainably, beautifully, and boldly.
AWARD AND CERTIFICATES
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