Crown Paints Opens Mlolongo Xperience Centre in Machakos

MACHAKOS, Kenya — Crown Paints has opened a new Xperience Centre in Mlolongo, Machakos County, strengthening its presence in one of Kenya's rapidly developing construction corridors and bringing paint products, colour solutions and technical expertise closer to customers along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway.

The new Crown Mlolongo Xperience Centre is designed to offer more than traditional paint retailing. The facility provides developers, contractors, interior designers, professional painters and homeowners with access to an immersive product experience, including colour-matching technology, textured finish displays and technical guidance to support better product and colour decisions.

Supporting Mlolongo's Construction Growth

The investment comes as Mlolongo and surrounding areas continue to experience residential and commercial development, supported by urban expansion, infrastructure investment and growing demand for housing, commercial spaces and other property developments.

With construction activity increasing along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway corridor, the new Crown Paints Xperience Centre is strategically positioned to serve customers working on projects across Mlolongo, Athi River, Machakos and neighbouring areas.

Crown Paints Group Chief Executive Officer Mustafa Turra said the Mlolongo outlet forms part of the company's broader strategy to strengthen its presence in key growth centres while bringing specialised products, technical expertise and customer support closer to active construction projects.

More Than a Paint Store

The Crown Mlolongo Xperience Centre has been designed to provide customers with a more engaging way to explore paint and surface finishing solutions. Customers can experience different colours, finishes and product applications while receiving guidance based on their specific project requirements.

The centre will cater to a wide range of customers, including homeowners, property developers, contractors, interior designers and professional painters, providing access to solutions for both residential and commercial projects.

Technical guidance will cover areas such as product selection, colour application, surface preparation, durability and finish selection, helping customers make informed decisions throughout their projects.

Supporting Sustainable Construction Solutions

The new facility will also support growing interest in durable and environmentally conscious building solutions, including low-VOC paint formulations and specialised coatings.

As customers increasingly consider durability, indoor environments, aesthetics and sustainability when selecting building materials, access to technical advice can play an important role in helping them identify appropriate products for different surfaces and applications.

Strengthening Product Access and Technical Support

The Mlolongo Xperience Centre will further strengthen Crown Paints' distribution and customer support network in the region by positioning products and technical assistance closer to construction sites.

For contractors and developers, closer access to products and technical expertise can support more efficient project planning, material selection and application. The centre also provides an opportunity for customers to engage directly with Crown Paints teams and explore solutions suited to their individual project needs.

Joseph Waigwa, Director of Paints & Hardware Mlolongo, said the facility is intended to serve as an advisory centre where contractors, developers and homeowners can access technical expertise alongside a wide range of paint and building solutions.

Expanding the Crown Paints Experience

The Mlolongo Xperience Centre forms part of Crown Paints' wider growth strategy, which combines physical retail expansion, contractor engagement, technical training and digital customer experiences.

By establishing experiential centres in high-growth markets, Crown Paints aims to bring its products and expertise closer to customers while responding to the changing needs of Kenya's construction and property sectors.

The company's approach reflects a broader shift in how customers select construction and finishing products. Increasingly, customers are looking beyond product availability to consider durability, sustainability, colour, aesthetics, technical performance and overall project value.

With the opening of the Crown Mlolongo Xperience Centre, Crown Paints continues to strengthen its presence in emerging construction markets while creating new opportunities for customers to experience, understand and select the right paint and finishing solutions for their projects.