Paints for life

One of our Paints for life demo projects - in cooperation with Sakret, the second floor has been painted of the house of the Oncology Patient Support Society (Onkoloģisko pacientu atbalsta biedrība "Dzīvības koks").
We are happy to be part and thankful for "Dzīvības koks" meaningful work!💚💚💚

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Upon purchasing a paint product, eco labels on the product packaging provides the end-user with the necessary verifications about the product quality and its environmental impact. Ecolabel.be, Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, Der Blaue Engel and other. https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/paint-quality-guarantees

Comparing the costs of different paint products before purchase should not be simplified to looking only at the product price per litre. Make a smart choice! https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/know-paint-lifetime-costs

You may save a lot of money by extending the life of painted surface. Choose the paint with the right scrub resistance class. Learn more - https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/assess-paint-durability

Responsible purchasing of the paint products also involve being aware of biocides. Namely, extra attention should be paid to the toxic chemicals/ biocides used in the paint product manufacturing. Learn more - https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/beware-biocides

Attention! Do not choose paint that contains high amont of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). VOC concentration calculated as gr per liter is indicated on the label of each paint product. Learn more - https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/beware-vocs

Before you make paint product decision, look for a hazard pictogram on a product packaging or carefully read the included product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or Technical Data Sheet (TDS), to find out if the paint product contains harmful chemicals. https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/always-check-label

When you choose paint product, the main attention should be paid to the paint color and glossiness (sheen) of the finish, for creating the right Feel and Look. Learn more - https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/create-feel-and-look

It should be kept in mind that choosing the right paint products starts with taking into account the environment (indoor or outdoor) and surface to be painted. Learn more - https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/responsible-choice/choosing-paint-right-surface

“Paints For Life” portal is launched to encourage manufacturers to develop green and innovative architectural paint products. Read our latest blog post: https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/blog/paints-life-portal-launched-encourage-manufacturers-develop-green-and-innovative-architectural

Paints for life We promote the use of sustainable paint products by educating customers about human health friendly and environmentally friendly product choices and encouraging manufacturers to develop green and innovative products. Thus we invite you to join our journey to the future with more sustainable paint pr...

The abundance of available options, when choosing a paint product, can leave indecisive even experienced paint professionals, especially taking into account growing awareness and concerns about the product impact on human health and the environment. https://www.paintsforlife.eu/en/blog/ultimate-guide-buying-paint-products

The ultimate guide for buying paint products Sustainable paint

We created "The ultimate guide for buying the right paint product", 10 tips for sustainable paint product choice, helping you to purchase the most appropriate product for your home 👍
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We invite you to join our journey to the future with more sustainable paint and coating products!

Paints for Life is an online platform, specifically made for industry professionals, to encourage the development of sustainable paint and coating products.