Simon Blincoe, the National Specification Manager at Dulux, explains why specification sheets are crucial for successful paint projects.

Fashions have changed and paint technology has improved; flat/matt sheen level paints are now being confidently used throughout homes, including in bathrooms and kitchens.

Company laboratories should be able to create reliable, accurate results, and IANZ accreditation gives customers assurance that these tests can be relied on.

The Environmental Choice labelling scheme is an easy and reliable way to be assured that a specified product meets a number of tough environmental and health considerations.

Metamerism describes how colours can look different under different light sources and is an important factor to consider when choosing a paint colour.

Recreating colours from old, faded and repainted buildings can be a challenge — particularly when faded photographs and paint are the only clues available to designers. 

At a recent Paint Manufacturer’s Association meeting we had some information presented on changes to how asbestos removal will be managed from April 2016.

Slip resistance is necessary to safeguard people from injury during movement into, within, and out of buildings.

As the population ages, durable paint finishes that meet the demands of residential aged care facilities, health care practices and hospitals are required. 

Timber movement is caused by changes in environmental conditions and can be affected by and have an effect on paint.