Dulux colour chart
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The Wonders of the Dulux Colour Chart

Vantablack paint takes a 3D object and makes it appear 2D
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Vantablack Paint – The Blackest Black

Vantablack paint lets you gaze into the abyss If you have ever wondered what it would be like to stare into a black hole, Vantablack paint is (hopefully) the closest we may ever come to the event horizon. Created by Surrey NanoSystems (SNS)…
the best exterior paint for wood furniture applied in blue
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The Best Outdoor & Exterior Paint for Wood

You can buy Vantablack samples
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How to Get a Vantablack Paint Sample

Why you want to buy Vantablack Since Vantablack burst onto the scene in 2014, not only has it been the new black, but it has been the only black. Blacker than black, Vantablack absorbs 99.96% of visible light; an object coated in the substance…
Seed coating on pumpkin seeds

Seed Coating

Ensuring a flawless process & healthy harvest with seed coating Agriculture is an industry subject to a great deal of chance - the vagaries of climate and disease can greatly affect crop yield and quality. In order to ensure the best possible…
Roof coatings london on metal roof

Roof Coatings London

Increase durability with roof coatings in London In London there are common types of roofs being flat roofs and inverted pitched roofs, also know as the London roofs. These roofs require maintenance and roof coatings every now and then; leaking…
fire resistant paint slowing down the burning process

Fire Resistant Paint

Fire resistant paint: insulation against fire Fire resistant coatings belong the group of coatings designed to increase fire safety. A substrate treated with fire resistant paint will be insulated against fire, because of the particular way…
oleophobic coating kit applied on tablet screen as anti-finger print coating
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The Best Oleophobic Coating Kit UK

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Polyaspartic Coating

Fast, reliable, durable protection with polyaspartic coating Polyaspartic coating is the new kid on the block when it comes to polymeric coatings, but it is rapidly gaining in popularity due to its range of attractive and versatile properties.…
Painting supplies
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The DIY Guide to Painting Supplies

paints and coatings jobs

Paints and Coatings Jobs

Become part of the fast moving coating industry The paints and coatings industry is one the most important industries of the United Kingdom. That is why it always offers many interesting paints and coatings jobs and opportunities for people…
Learn exactly which yacht paint you need for boat

The Ultimate Yacht Paint Guide

Everything you need to know to protect and decorate with yacht paint "Yacht paint" is the umbrella term for all the coatings used as protection and decoration on all parts of a yacht. Above and below the waterline there are a wide variety of…
Industrial powder coatings being applied with a powder coating gun in a booth
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Industrial Powder Coatings

Improve your processes with industrial powder coatings Industrial powder coatings cover over 15 % of the British coating industry; and it's no wonder. Powder coatings are efficient to apply and they provide extreme durability. Therefore, the…
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Top 5 Acid Resistant Flooring Options

Choose the most suitable from the 5 different acid resistant flooring option Environments where acids and other chemicals are or may be present require acid resistant flooring. There are essentially, five different options to realise a floor…
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Powder Coating Colours UK

Welcome to the world of powder coating colours Whether we are conscious of it or not, colour has an enormous effect upon us in our daily lives. The colour you choose for your project can be brand-defining (such as Yves Klein's iconic International…
Boat paint buyers guide -find the best products here
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The Buyer’s Guide to Boat Paint Products UK

intumescent paint
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Intumescent Paint UK

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Intumescent Paint for Steel

Intumescent paint for steel protects and strengthens Unlike active fire protection like fire extinguishers or sprinkler systems which involve a triggered response to a fire, passive fire protection measures are fire resistance measures. They…
Glow in the dark paints applied on a wall making it art work
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The Brightest & Best Glow in the Dark Paint

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Abrasive Blasting – Sandblasting

Sandblasting - the most common form of abrasive blasting Surface preparation is paramount for an effective and successful coating application. A substrate that is dirty, greasy, insufficiently textured, or still has old paint can mean the difference…
automotive refinish coating

Automotive Refinish | Car Repair Paints

Automotive refinish gets you on the road Automotive refinish is not just for hotrods and racing stripes. Refinish paints are applied to vehicles as part of a total refinish, part refinish, or as a touch-up measure. Automotive refinish is also…
Farrow and ball colours
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The Depth & Richness of Farrow & Ball Colours

Paint fence

Paint fence

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Steel and Cladding Coatings

Cladding coatings for shop fronts and commercial buildings Cladding is a cover which protects exteriors of buildings and improves their looks. It is common on shop fronts and on other commercial buildings but is also becoming more and more…
Antimicrobial coating

Antimicrobial Coating

Fight infection and disease with antimicrobial coating In a world of touch screens and over-crowded hospitals, the demand for antimicrobial coating has never been higher. In the UK, 300,000 people acquire a healthcare associated infection every…
roofs in london with roof coatings

Roof Coating UK

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Coating Inspection Tools and Equipment

Toolkits and equipment you need for coating inspection Every stage of the coating process requires absolute control and inspection to make sure the coating eventually complies to given specifications. It all starts with inspecting the substrate…
Sustainable coatings

Sustainable Coatings | Green Coatings

Paint the world green with sustainable coatings There is now a widespread desire among consumers and manufacturers to improve the sustainability and environmental impact of the coatings industry. This shared intent has led to the rise of sustainable…
automotive refinish coating

Automotive Coatings

Automotive coating provides protection and decoration The automotive coating industry is far larger than which colour to paint your car. Every surface in a vehicle from the bodywork and under body to the exhaust and even the glass surfaces…
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The Best Eco Paints for an Allergy Free Home

whiteboard paint on a wall

Whiteboard Paint

Whiteboard paint improves communication and makes space for creativity Allow creativity to take over in offices, classrooms and anywhere else where it can improve communication! We are all familiar with whiteboards; you can write down your…
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Polyurea Coating UK

Provide heavy duty protection with polyurea coating Polyurea coating has been on the UK market since the 1980s, but its durability, flexibility, and versatility means that new applications for this coating are being found all the time. It is…
powder coating process step - curing
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Powder Coating Process Guide: Application Methods

How it's done - the powder coating process 101 Powder coating is a versatile and high performance coating, not just in durability and protective properties, but also in application methods. Whatever the part that needs to be coated, there is…
Commercial antifouling for the shipping industry

Commercial Antifouling Hull Coatings

Reduce fouling, fuel use, and CO2 emissions with commercial hull coatings Some 80% of global trade by volume and over 70% by value is carried out by sea and handled through ports across the world. The global marine fleet with all its passenger…
heat resistant coating for metal applied on steel pipe

Heat Resistant Coating

Heat resistant coating for high temperature protection When a substrate is subject to heat and rapid temperature fluctuations, it can lead to surface breakage and corrosion. Electrical and engine components, chimneys and ovens, pipework and…
wooden foot bridge treated with intumescent paint for wood
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Intumescent Paint for Wood

Prevent fire with intumescent paint for wood Intumescent paint for wood is one of the newer developments in the coating industry. It is a coating, especially developed for wood, that protects wooden structures from fire. Intumescent paints…
waterproofing wall coating on brick wall

Waterproofing Wall Coating

Fight external deterioration and moisture with waterproofing wall coating Applying waterproofing wall coating on your brick or masonry wall is an ideal solution for protecting the wall from external wear and tear. The main purpose of a waterproofing…
How to remove antifouling without losing your mind

How to Remove Antifouling

The tips and tricks you need to remove antifouling There is no getting round it; removing antifouling is hard, dirty work. But when you pull your boat out of the water to find the antifouling looking rough as guts with excessive layer buildup,…
Shed Paint

DIY Guide to paint shed with Shed Paint

UV resistant coating decreasing the effect of the rays

UV Resistant Coating

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Roof Coatings Scotland

Protective roof coatings on top of Scotland Roof coatings are an often argued topic; is it really worth the investment to apply roof coatings. Naturally, opinions differ but remember this; if you are not a fan of frequent roof maintenance and…
colour measurement instrument distinguishes between colours

A Guide to Colour Measurement Instruments

Colour measurement instruments make the subjective objective Colour is a subjective measure. Person to person we cannot be sure that what one person sees as green is in fact the exact same hue that someone else sees as green. This lack of consistency…
aerospace coatings on british airways aircraft

An In-Depth Look at Aerospace Coatings

conversion coating on fasteners

Conversion Coating

Conversion coatings form a basis for durable coating systems Conversion coating is a chemical substance which reacts with metal substrates converting the surfaces into coating layers. In general, these coatings are suitable for ferrous and…