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A Timeless Refresh for Worthing Museum & Art Gallery

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Worthing Museum & Art Gallery has been completely transformed with the help of Dulux Heritage. Nodding to the building’s Edwardian beginnings, Dulux Heritage has created a timeless backdrop for the museum’s collections and helped to improve user experience for years to come.

The seaside town of Worthing in West Sussex is undergoing a major transformation. Buildings in the community are being connected to the Worthing Heat Network, which uses waste heat from the local area to warm nearby homes and businesses. To become connected, Worthing Museum & Art Gallery was faced with a mandatory closure which posed an opportunity to make further upgrades to the space.

The team at Worthing Museum & Art Gallery wanted to improve customer flow and create a versatile aesthetic to complement current and future collections. Having worked with Dulux before, they once again turned to the iconic brand to support them with an upgrade that would make the museum re-opening one to remember.

Dulux’s Senior Colour Designer, Dawn Scott, was brought onto the project to help inspire the colour scheme. She explained: “My focus was on ensuring each colour connected to the next and provided the visual contrast visitors need to move through the space with ease.

“The Dulux Heritage range was the perfect solution. With durable shades that offer a blend of classic colours and contemporary trends, I was able to nod to the Edwardian history of the building and create a long-lasting finish to showcase the collections and inspire visitors to stop and admire all that Worthing Museum & Art Gallery has to offer.”

The final colour palette gave each space its own character and created a cohesive journey through the building. Quartz Grey, a warm, mid-tone taupe, provided a versatile neutral backdrop in the Studio Gallery and Main Gallery, pairing easily with the surrounding colours.

In the Downland and Archaeology galleries, Mallard Green was used for a rich, immersive colour-drench effect. Its connection to the natural landscape was particularly fitting for Archaeology, reflecting the local downs that inspire the collection there. The link to nature continued in the Garden Gallery, where the soft avocado tones of Veranda Green were introduced alongside Chiltern White.

Deeper teals introduced contrast and drama elsewhere. Midnight Teal added a sense of grandeur to the New Historic Dress & Worthing Area display, working beautifully with Quartz Grey – while the softer, more uplifting Maritime Teal introduced a subtle reference to open skies and calm seas in the Costume Gallery. On the staircase, DH Indigo completed the Dulux Heritage palette with a relaxed mid-blue.

Throughout these spaces, Dulux Heritage Velvet Matt was used on the walls to create a luxurious, durable finish that is also washable, so everyday knocks and scuffs can be easily removed. For the woodwork and metal, Dulux Heritage Eggshell was used to provide a consistent, hard-wearing result that will remain beautiful for years to come.

In the Fine Art Gallery and selected casings throughout the museum, Dulux Trade Diamond Matt in Black Opal was also used to create contrast and dramatic impact.

Gerry Connolly, Head of Museum and Exhibitions, said: “Designing the museum’s colour scheme was an exciting challenge. Each shade needed to complement each other and the existing collections, while remaining versatile enough to work with future exhibitions too.

“We also had to consider how the colours would respond to the building’s natural and artificial light. As part of the refurbishment, new double-glazed windows were installed, so the scheme had to be carefully adapted to suit the changing light conditions.

“Working with Dawn and the Dulux team gave us the inspiration we needed to bring our vision for the museum to life. We are so pleased with the results and the public’s reaction has been phenomenal. As well as creating a more welcoming atmosphere, the redecoration has also helped to increase visitor dwell time – we couldn’t be happier.”

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For further information about Worthing Museum & Art Gallery, visit: https://wtm.uk/

Rethinking façade rendering: From Failure to Finish: How KEIM natural systems improve performance and longevity.

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Builders, home improvers, and designers add render to facades for several reasons;   to protect the structure, improve the aesthetics, and to boost energy efficiency. But if the products aren’t used effectively, or applied incorrectly, they can cause lasting problems that they were designed to overcome, such as water ingress, trapping moisture, which can lead to cracking or damp.

KEIM Mineral Paints Limited are known for their natural, environmentally friendly interior and exterior paints, but here we focus on their lesser-known range of renders; each designed for specific applications but all providing lasting durability, protection, and performance.

Why do we render?

There are several reasons why we would choose to apply render. The common reasons include;

  • Protection from the weather – water soaking, reduce damp, in wet climates
  • Improve structural durability – cover cracks, stabilise aging masonry
  • Aesthetic upgrade – modernise older properties, add colour or texture
  • Improve insulation – keep heat in during winter, lower heating bills

How KEIM is different

Typical render types available include cement, lime, acrylic, and silicone based. KEIM renders, as with all KEIM products, use natural, inorganic ingredients, reflecting the philosophy that dates to 1878, of being kind to use and kind to the environment.

Advantages of KEIM mineral renders;

  • Environmentally friendly ISO 14001
  • High vapour permeability (walls can breathe)
  • Provides durable, colour stable protection
  • Fire resistant to A1
  • UV stable
  • Increases light reflectivity
  • Available in bagged powder form

Products include

  • KEIM Uniputz 1.3 (KEIM Universal Render), multi-purpose, pre bagged mineral render, versatile, easy to apply. Extremely flexible to accommodate high degree of movement such as thermal expansion, whilst preventing the surface from crazing or cracking
  • KEIM Uniputz 0.6 version (KEIM Universal Render Fine). A ready to use product ideal for interior or exterior application using hydraulic lime, white cement with sand and mineral fibre fillers
  • KEIM NHL-KP 3.0 (KEIM Kalkputz Grob), perfect for localised patch repairs of existing lime rendered facades and lime base coat for KEIM NHL-KP 0.6
  • KEIM NHL-KP 0.6 (KEIM Kalkputz Fine), a complete thin lime coat system to be subsequently painted

Where can they be used?

  • Concealing cracks, flaking, or differences in textures
  • Ideal for renovation, historic monuments, listed buildings (KEIM Uniputz 1.3)
  • Can also be applied onto existing sound render
  • Used as a total render or for patch repairs
  • Ideal for use with KEIM’s range of interior and exterior paints

Cradle to Cradle Certified.

Interested to find out more?

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Tel: 01952 231 250

Web:  https://www.keim.com/en-gb/

Email: sales@keimpaints.co.uk.

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Project examples include: Alderney Lighthouse, George Hotel in Rye and High Wray in Cumbria

KEIM – unparalleled performance and durability since 1878.

 

How to protect, preserve, or add design flair to concrete projects

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Lime based mortar mixed with aggregates may have been used since AD50, but how, in the modern world, can designers, architects and concrete manufacturers ensure protection and preservation in today’s harsher environment?

KEIM Mineral Paints have the answers, with not one but several products in their portfolio specifically designed for use on concrete.

Whether you’re a pre-cast manufacturer, or use concrete for construction purposes, if you’re a designer or architect looking to enhance the appeal of concrete, or a facilities manager who needs to protect concrete surfaces from graffiti, KEIM has an armoury of products to help.

WHAT ARE THE COMMON PROBLEMS?

  • Exposure to the elements including car fumes and chlorides leading to carbonation, damage, and potential weakening
  • Colour variants or imperfections may occur during construction or patch repairs
  • Rust staining from shuttering

How to mask imperfections, defects, variations in concrete’s appearance?

KEIM products are used to …

  • Tint or blend imperfections or defects
  • Protect the concrete against water ingress
  • Colour match to the existing concrete
  • Minimise variations such as roller compacted concrete
  • Increase light reflectance; ideal for office environments

Products include – KEIM Concretal Lasur – simple application process for internal and external concrete

Project examples include: Park Hill Estate, Sheffield, Dudley Zoo, West Midlands, London Aquatics Centre, London

How to improve the longevity?

How do you protect and preserve concrete against the elements such as chlorides and carbon dioxide, and the ingress of water which can lead to damage or decay?

KEIM products are …

  • Applied to concrete surfaces to treat and protect against discolouration
  • Creating a protective coating that can last for decades
  • Designed to protect against weathering
  • Fire resistant to A2-s1, d0

Products used – KEIM Concretal W

Project examples include: Paradise View, Birmingham, Brunel House, Portsmouth, Loxford School of Science & Technology

How to bring creative flair to concrete projects?

Not everyone embraces the look of concrete and may consider it dull or boring. If that’s the case, then KEIM can transform with colour, and renovate building facades with the stroke of a brush!

Concrete walls can be painted in a variety of colours including blue, red, gold or even black.

Products used – KEIM Concretal-Black, KEIM Design Lasur, KEIM Soldalit

Project examples include: The National Theatre, London, Battersea Power Station, London, London Underground, Wessex Water Head Quarters

Concrete preparation and repairs

Alongside KEIM’s coatings and finishes there are cleaners and repair products too! Ranging from acidic cleaner for the removal of release agents and impurities, to repair mortar for larger scale reparation works.

Regardless of product application, all KEIM products follow the ethos; kind to use, kind to you, kind to the environment.

If you’re working with concrete and need some advice, why don’t you arrange a no obligation site survey, or talk to one of our specialists based in our Telford manufacturing facility?

Interested to find out more?

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KEIM – unparalleled performance and durability since 1878.

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Dulux Trade Unveils Paint Specification Creator Tool

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Dulux Trade Unveils New Paint Specification Creator to Transform Tender Documentation

Dulux Trade has announced the launch of its Paint Specification Creator, a free, digital tool designed to simplify and strengthen the tendering process for architects, designers, project managers, and contractors across the UK.

The new Paint Specification Creator streamlines the previously time‑consuming task of building technically robust paint specifications. By guiding users through a clear, step‑by‑step process and drawing on the full breadth of the Dulux Trade product portfolio, the tool ensures that every specification is accurate, compliant, and tailored to the precise needs of each project.

Designed with both ease of use and professional rigour in mind, the tool allows users to begin by selecting whether they are working on an interior or exterior environment. From there, they can define the surfaces and substrates involved—ranging from plaster and wood to metalwork and masonry—before choosing the finish they wish to achieve.

Once the project parameters are entered, the system automatically searches the comprehensive Dulux Trade range to recommend the most suitable products and coating systems. This ensures specifiers receive a high‑performing and durable solution that aligns with industry best practice, sustainability goals, and aesthetic expectations.

It generates tender‑ready technical documentation, complete with:

  • Accurate application guidance
  • Full M60 (Painting & Decorating) specification clauses
  • Relevant system build‑ups
  • Professional formatting suitable for direct inclusion in tender packs

This functionality means specifiers can instantly download a completed pdf document that supports both competitive tendering and compliance with construction standards—saving valuable time during early project stages.

Dulux Trade highlighted the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting the building and construction sector with tools that both simplify decision‑making and elevate the quality of finished work. The Paint Specification Creator builds on decades of coating expertise, offering digital access to technical knowledge traditionally only available through specialist advisors.

The Dulux Trade Paint Specification Creator is available now and free to use

Painting Period Properties

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The UK is blessed with such an array of period properties, from medieval and Tudor homes built 500 years ago or more, distinctive Georgian and Victorian houses all the way through to Edwardian and Arts and Crafts Eras. Whilst this provides a beautifully diverse range of properties, it is important to know which paint finishes are designed for heritage buildings.

How Do You Decorate Period Properties?

If you have invested in a period property, it probably means that you have fallen in love with their original features, so it’s important to use decorating products that are sympathetic to the architecture.

At Brewers, we have a wide range of finishes that are suitable to properties that may need a more specialist product.

Before you book a decorator or pick up a paint brush, verify any listed building status or whether the properties fall within the boundaries of a Conservation Area; there are strict rules about everything from using suitable materials for repair and replacement through to permitted colours.

Always consult the conservation officer at your local authority before you undertake any work.

Repairs And Maintenance Of Period Properties

For restoration work, always seek the help of a professional who has experience with period properties.

There could be a wide range of issues to look out for such as damp and mould, powdery/ cracked walls or blown plaster, as well as damaged render and rotten wood.

Any existing paintwork may well have been painted with original paints, including lead paint, lime-based paint or distemper that must be considered before any redecoration can take place.

For rotten timber, Repair Care, has a good range of products suited to lasting repair of timber sash windows and various substrates. You can find out more about Repair Care here.

Painting Period Properties

Inside and outside, breathability of the surface is essential.

Slate damp courses in brickwork only emerged in the Victorian era, but they weren’t compulsory and certainly aren’t as effective as modern damp-proof membranes.

We stock a wonderful range of products suited to painting period properties thanks to their historically sympathetic ingredients.

Interior Finishes:

Zinsser Grade I is specially formulated for interior ceiling and wall decoration in converted churches and other period properties.

Earthborn Claypaint is a luxurious, ultra matt finish product, suitable for interior walls and ceilings.

The unique clay recipe results in a highly breathable and hard-wearing paint, eliminating emissions and smells.

Farrow & Ball also have a range of finishes designed for period properties.

Casein Distemper has a breathable, permeable structure that is suited to plaster walls and ceilings, creating a very flat finish.

Soft Distemper is a very soft, powdery finish for interior plasterwork. Its blend of natural resin and minerals is designed to be easily removed, allowing detail to be preserved on intricate mouldings.

Exterior Finishes:

Earthborn Silicate Masonry Paint is a durable and highly breathable alternative to conventional masonry paints and limewash that dries to a classic, matt finish.

It is highly weather resistant and can be used on porous mineral surfaces such as stone, masonry, concrete, pebbledash, plaster and sound silicate-based painted surfaces.

It’s especially suitable for renovation projects.

Farrow & Ball Limewash is a specialist historical finish for both interior and exterior walls and ceilings, bonding to the building itself to protect from the elements.

It’s a very flat matt finish and is highly breathable.

Brands such as Johnstone’s, ISOMAT and Sandtex also offer breathable masonry paint solutions that could be the ideal finish for your project.

Historical Paint Colours

Once you have found a suitable finish, have a think about the most appropriate colours to use.

Many paint brands celebrate heritage paint colours including collections from Dulux Heritage, Farrow & Ball, Little Greene and Mylands.

For more information about finding your perfect finish, head into your local Brewers Decorator Centre.

Albany Colour Crush: Cherry Reds from Brewers

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Red has seen a rise in popularity in recent years thanks to its versatility and ability to evoke powerful emotion and is a colour that is here to stay in the world of interiors!

2025 has seen a rise in popularity for one shade of red in particular – cherry! Here we show you how to get the look with Albany paints.

The Colour Psychology of Red:

Red has the longest visual wavelength of any colour, perfect for making a real impact within a space. It is seen as the colour of love, energy and indulgence, perfect for busier spaces such as living rooms and kitchens. Cherry reds are rich, vibrant shades of red with a broad range of pink and violet undertones, perfect for providing a playful twist in your scheme.

The Unexpected Red Theory:

Last year, the ‘Unexpected Red Theory’ went viral, where people took to social media to share their surprise for red seemingly working with everything! They argued that red works with any colour palette…some were even calling for red to become the new neutral! This isn’t news to the world of design, as interior designers and stylists have been using red as a part of schemes for decades.

How To Use Red in Your Space:

Red can be used in a modern setting as well as more traditional spaces, either as the dominant colour or as an accent colour. To create a balanced scheme, combine with cool colours for a complementary look. Pairing with blues and greens can create a fun and energising space!

Reds also work beautifully with a neutral palette, so for clients that are hesitant with colour, start small, adding a sophisticated red to the space can really elevate the whole look. A pop of red in the colour scheme can easily be added by painting furniture or highlighting an architectural detail.

Alternatively, for a bold approach, colour drenching the whole space with a chosen shade or double drenching with a few variations of red would make a dramatic impact.

Explore Albany’s Cherry Colour Palettes:

From deep and dramatic to light and whimsical, Albany’s cherry tones offer endless possibilities.

A darker, moodier take on the Cherry trend:

Kingsmead
Bark
Cheltenham

A light and bright Cherry palette:

Romantic Rain
Cherry

To add a whimsical touch, why not add blue?

Powder Blue

Colonial

Be mindful of the light available in the room and see which red works best in your space. Albany Colour Samplers are available to help find the perfect colour.

Shop the full Albany range online at brewers.co.uk or pop into your local Brewers Decorator Centre today!

The Dulux Connect Directory matches specifiers with contractors

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Finding the right contractor for your project, one with relevant skills and sector knowledge, can be labour-intensive and time-consuming. So, Dulux Trade has developed an innovative platform which enables you to find and compare the right contractors for any job quickly, before inviting them to tender.  It is a free service and open to all.

Dulux Trade-verified contractors

The Dulux Connect Directory matches specifiers with contractors who have been vetted and verified to ensure they meet industry standards. Using the intelligent search facility, you can look up contractors with relevant experience and preview accreditation certificates, ensuring you find the right match for your project. You can then shortlist and contact potential applicants in just a few clicks.

The search can be filtered by geographical location, accreditation and project value.

A wealth of cross-sector experience

Contractors listed in the Dulux Connect Directory possess expertise across various sectors, including healthcare, education, commercial, and retail. Therefore, you can be confident of finding a contractor with the appropriate experience for your project. They have accreditation to cover all compliance requirements and make project approvals more efficient.

Award-winning projects

Take a look at a gallery of award-winning projects completed by Dulux Connect contractors, covering a variety of commercial, retail, and residential projects.

Mindful Living, Beautiful Walls: Sustainable Paints for a Healthier Lifestyle by ISOMAT

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For ISOMAT, sustainability isn’t just a trend – it’s a long-term commitment. For years, the company has been investing in innovative technologies and environmentally responsible solutions that support Green Building practices. From raw material sourcing to production methods and packaging, every detail is thoughtfully designed with people and the planet in mind. With a clear focus on reducing environmental impact without compromising on quality or performance, ISOMAT has developed – among others – the two following premium interior paint solutions:

Both paints are certified and expertly formulated to improve indoor air quality while delivering exceptional aesthetic results. Decorate with sustainability at the forefront with the help of Brewers Decorator Centres – you’ll find ISOMAT available online or in-store.

ISOMAT ZERO PAINT: The Premium Choice for Superior Indoor Air Quality 

ISOMAT ZERO PAINT is Europe’s first interior paint tintable to 230 Blue Angel-certified colours via the ISOMAT COLOR SYSTEM, featured in the ISOMAT’s CHROMA fan deck. It combines sustainability with performance, offering exceptional indoor air quality thanks to ultra-low VOCs, no preservatives or plasticisers, and top certifications: Blue Angel, Indoor Air Comfort GOLD, and A+ under French VOC regulations.

Ideal for sensitive users, it’s free from isothiazolinones, nearly odourless, and perfect for homes, nurseries, schools, and hotels. With excellent coverage and Class 1 scrub resistance (EN 13300), it delivers a durable, beautiful finish—safely and sustainably.

Advanced Hygiene & Durability with ISOMAT SMART CLEAN PAINT

ISOMAT SMART CLEAN PAINT is a high-performance, hygienic paint ideal for hospitals, food industries, schools, and busy homes. Powered by advanced silver ion technology and by IMSL for its antimicrobial and antifungal properties (ISO 22196:2011 & EN 15457:2022), it prevents bacteria, fungi, and mould on surfaces. With Class 1 resistance to frequent washing (EN ISO 11998), it offers long-lasting durability and easy stain removal, keeping walls fresh in high-traffic areas.

Its smooth eggshell finish delivers excellent coverage and vibrant colour, with endless options via ISOMAT’s CHROMAfan deck. Certified A+ for low VOCs and Indoor Air Comfort GOLD, it supports top indoor air quality and is ideal for sustainable projects seeking LEED, BREEAM, or WELL certification.

Smart, safe, and beautiful – because healthier spaces start with better choices.

SHOP NOW! Available online at brewers.co.uk or in-store from over 200 Brewers Decorator Centres.

KEIM – sustainable products to repair and protect concrete

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Concrete … a building material of choice for many due to its structural strength, cost effectiveness, and rugged good looks; often chosen to help control heating and cooling of a building to incorporate efficiency and sustainability into the design. But it can have its limitations. What happens when that once fresh finish starts to degrade, weather or requires repair? How do you ensure the surface and substrate last for years if not decades to come?

Here’s where KEIM can help. Known for their mineral eco-friendly paints for interior and exterior decoration, they also have a range of products specifically designed for concrete.

Whether you’re working on a new project, undertaking a repair, or simply looking to protect the surface from decay, KEIM has a product to suit.

What are the common problems that affect concrete?

There are three key concerns connected with concrete;

  • Carbonation – this occurs when the surface begins to decay. It’s caused by carbon dioxide, sulphates from vehicle exhaust fumes, or chlorides from de-icing salts. Carbonation can affect the structural strength of the substrate. Not great if the structure is a bridge!
  • Repairs – remedial repairs are commonplace but can be problematical and lead to a patchwork effect, or colour variants.
  • Protection – against the ingress of water or driving rain, which can lead to structural damage.

How can KEIM help?

In short, their products help unify the look of the concrete (overcoming colour variants or imperfections) while offering a long lasting, breathable protection.

What products do they have?

Products for cleaning, reinstatement, and repair as well as protection. They also have a concrete wash for those that want to experiment with design or colour!

Concretal W – Water repellent for protection against weathering and water. Lightfast, matt surface, antistatic, non-flammable.

Concretal C – Waterproof protection against carbonation and chlorides.

Concretal Lasur – Acts as a stain to equalise colour variations while maintaining the structure and appearance of concrete.

Concretal – Black. Provides a matt black, ultra chic finish in five shades to add drama and visual impact.

Where have KEIM been used?

You name it! From bridges (Sheffield Parkway supertram) to tunnels (London Underground), leisure sites (Dudley Zoo, Olympic Park) to prisons (HMP Five Wells), from retail (John Lewis) to education (Bristol University); the products are ideal for any concrete project.

KEIM unifies uneven or variable finishes and offers protection.

What are the key benefits of KEIM’s concrete range;

  • Easy to apply
  • Long last protection
  • Fire resistant to A2-s1, d0
  • Ideal for interior or exterior use
  • Cradle to Cradle Certification
  • Evens out imperfections
  • Maintains breathability of the substrate

Interested to find out more?

Get in touch to arrange your free site visit, site trials, or colour matching service.

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KEIM – unparalleled performance and durability since 1878.

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KEIM – Protection and transformation of through coloured render.

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Rendering the exterior of a building is typically used to enhance its appearance and provide protection from weathering and rainwater.  Whilst silicone or acrylic ‘through-coloured’ render finishes may seem an economical choice, there can be subsequent problems which can quickly spoil the aesthetics of the building.

Marketed as a long-term render that is structurally sound, there are common issues that can arise which include difficulty when repairing, with repairs to damaged areas resulting in colour and texture differences, which leaves a patchwork effect.

Through coloured renders typically contain petrochemical ingredients, they look fresh when first applied, but over time the components within the render provide an organic food source for contaminants such as algae, which can significantly build up on the render surface.   Petrochemical based pigments within through coloured render are prone to fading under UV light.

KEIM, who have specialised in environmentally, eco-conscious paints since 1878, offer products that can refresh and repair these renders, to provide a protective, breathable, fade free finish which is far more resistant to the build up of algae and mould.

KEIM Soldalit-ME provides the perfect refurbishment and repair solution.

KEIM-Soldalit-ME is a highly specialised sol-silicate exterior mineral paint with photocatalytic qualities, not only is KEIM-Soldalit-ME breathable, fade free and environmentally friendly, it also actively reduces harmful gases and organic pollutants in the atmosphere.

Vanessa Fox, Commercial Manager helps to explain; ‘KEIM have been approached to assist with numerous projects where issues have arisen on through colour render, where façades have faded, where repairs are difficult to carry out, and in particular where significant issues with algae build up have occurred.’

‘By redecorating these buildings using the KEIM-Soldalit-ME system, not only can we transform the look of the façade, we protect the underlying render from the effects of UV light and we offer a surface that restricts the build-up of algae. Our paint helps to clean the air as well as offering fire resistance with a fire classification A2-s1, d0 ideal for use on all manner of projects from heritage to high-rise.’

Vanessa continues, ‘All of our products are designed to be kind to use, and kind to the environment. Our products have been in use for decades and all with proven eco credentials, they are Cradle to Cradle Certified®, and will help protect the building’s exterior from ingress of rainwater to remain fresh and vibrant for years to come.’

In order to find out more about KEIM Mineral Paints please visit the website: https://www.keim.com/en-gb/ or the web shop at https://www.keimpaintshop.co.uk/

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