Dhanteras opens the five days of Diwali, falling on 6 November in 2026. Many families see it as an auspicious day to buy something for the home. Alongside the traditional gold, silver and brass, it is also a natural moment to plan a home refresh. Here is a practical guide.
Short answer: On Dhanteras, many families traditionally buy gold, silver, brass or steel utensils, a new broom, or items for the home such as lamps and appliances. It is also a popular time to start home improvements, including buying paint for a festive or post-festival repaint. If you buy paint, measure your walls first, choose products for each surface, buy in larger packs to keep the shade consistent, and keep the receipt and batch details for touch-ups.
What do people traditionally buy on Dhanteras?
| Item | Why |
|---|---|
| Gold and silver | Seen as symbols of prosperity |
| Brass and steel utensils | A traditional purchase for the kitchen |
| Diyas and lamps | For the Diwali celebrations ahead |
| A new broom | A symbol of sweeping out the old |
| Things for the home | Appliances, furniture and home improvement items |
Customs vary between families and regions, so follow what is meaningful in your home.
Why plan home improvements on Dhanteras?
- It is a fresh start. Many families like to begin new things during the festival season.
- Dealers are well stocked before Diwali.
- It gives you time. Buying now lets you plan the repaint for the dry weeks after the festival.
- It fits the festive mood: a cleaner, brighter home for guests and celebrations.
Planning ahead also helps your budget. When you know exactly which rooms you will paint and which products you need, you can buy the right quantities in one trip, compare options calmly and avoid last-minute purchases. Make a simple list of each room or wall, its area, the product and the colour code. Take it to your dealer, who can confirm the quantities and tint the shades at the counter. Keep the list with your receipt, because it makes future touch-ups and repaints much easier.
If you are not painting straight away, ask your dealer how long the paint can be stored. Keep tins closed, upright and in a cool, shaded place away from direct sun.
How do you buy paint wisely?
- Measure first. Measure each wall and subtract doors and windows.
- Use real coverage figures. For example, Maximus covers 55 to 60 sq ft per litre over two coats, and Majestic 60 to 70. See the budget repaint guide.
- Choose by surface, not one paint for everything.
- Buy larger packs so the shade stays consistent.
- Add primer for new plaster, repairs and chalky walls.
- Keep the receipt and batch details for warranty registration and touch-ups.
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Semi-sheen · TintableView Maximus →
Ultra-premium weatherproof exterior emulsion with silicon additives and Lotus Effect Technology. Water beads off and dirt does not settle on the wall.
High-sheen · 12-year durability warrantyView Majestic →What paint should you buy for each part of the home?
| Surface | Turbolux option |
|---|---|
| Exterior walls | Majestic, Extra Life, Alpha Advanced |
| Interior walls | Dew, Maximus |
| Ceilings | Ultra Ceiling White |
| Primer | Signature (exterior), Super Seal |
| Plinth | Turbo Black, Velvet Grey |
| Gates and steel | Prestige, Pride epoxy primers |
| Floors and terraces | Everguard |
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Grey & Black · MetalView Prestige →
A dedicated ceiling white using Eightling Technology to hide imperfections in the surface while giving a clean contrast to coloured walls.
Ceilings · InteriorView Ultra Ceiling White →If you are painting both inside and outside, consider using the same colour family for continuity. A white or cream exterior with a matching shade inside the entrance and living room makes the house feel connected. Your dealer can tint the same shade code into both the exterior emulsion and the interior emulsion. Also think about the plinth, gate and terrace at the same time, so the whole house is finished in one coordinated plan rather than in pieces over several years. That way, one Dhanteras purchase can set up a full home refresh for the season ahead.
When should you start painting after buying?
- Interiors: any time, with good ventilation.
- Exteriors: in a dry spell. In much of South India, the northeast monsoon can bring rain in November, so plan for the drier weeks. See painting in November.
- Store paint properly: in a cool, shaded place with lids closed tightly.
Frequently asked questions
What is good to buy on Dhanteras for the home?
Traditionally gold, silver, brass or steel utensils, diyas and a new broom. Many families also buy items for the home, including appliances and home improvement products.
When is Dhanteras in 2026?
Dhanteras falls on 6 November 2026, at the start of the five days of Diwali.
Is it okay to buy paint on Dhanteras?
Many families like to begin home improvements during the festival season. If you buy paint, measure your walls and choose the right products first.
How much paint should I buy?
Measure the wall area and divide by the paint’s two-coat coverage. For example, Maximus covers 55 to 60 sq ft per litre over two coats.
When should I paint after Diwali?
Interiors can be painted any time. Plan exterior work for dry weather after the rains ease.
Planning a home refresh this Dhanteras?
Visit your nearest Turbolux dealer for the right paints and quantities for your home.
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