COATINGS , SEALANTS & PAINTS
EVOLUTION OF SMARTER GREEN BUILDINGS
WALLS AND CEILINGS – THE PERFECT CANVASES FOR REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS , ENERGY USE AND COSTS
A new primer paint , scientifically manufactured to deliver energy , carbon emission and cost reductions , has been developed by UKbased Graphene Star , a manufacturing company specialising in the development of commercial applications of graphene and graphitic materials in collaboration with leading paint manufacturer Rustins .
Called G Insulate , the paint is a highly effective and proven energy saving solution that can be used in commercial and public buildings , as well as homes .
Today , older public buildings such as hospitals , schools , universities , museums , all leave an environmental footprint . So do commercial spaces such as offices , supermarkets , shopping malls and other retail outlets , theatres , cinemas , and warehouses . Our homes also leave an environmental footprint . This footprint , is made greater with excessive energy consumption , which is also increasing our energy bills significantly .
Heating and air-conditioning already account for the largest portion of energy consumption and energy-related CO2 emissions in buildings – new and old . In addition , climate change has caused significant swings of hot and cold weather that will push the ‘ weatherisation ’ of buildings to be permanently at the top of environmental footprint agenda .
The delivery of sustainable buildings is no longer a ‘ nice to do ’ but a ‘ must do ’ – for all buildings .
What ’ s exciting is that old buildings can be upgraded , easily and quickly , to be more environmentally and energy efficient using G Insulate . On average , there is a 21 % reduction in energy consumptions and carbon emissions , when G Insulate is used as the primer paint .
• The properties of G Insulate stop air seepage through the painted surfaces by reflecting heated or cooled air back into the room , whilst remaining breathable .
• G Insulate is a primer paint and becomes an invisible , embedded energy saving solution once painted over , using any standard acrylic paint
• A coat of G Insulate transforms internal walls and ceilings into structures that enable rooms to reach a set temperature quicker , and retain that temperature for longer .
• The paint is an industry first in enabling a highly commercial use of graphene in paint , at a scale that makes it affordable
• The cost of G Insulate primer coat is initially higher than traditional
Climate change has caused significant swings of hot and cold weather that will push the ‘ weatherisation ’ of buildings to be permanently at the top of environmental footprint agenda .
primers . However , over time it will deliver energy efficient buildings and deliver pay-back quicker than other options .
• The environmental manufacturing credentials of the primer include : processes free of emission , environmental pollution and no hazardous chemicals usage .
G Insulate is an energy saving solution that is easy to use and a quick , no mess route to greener , more sustainable energy efficient buildings – old and new .
Contact : rustins @ rustins . co . uk www . rustins . co . uk
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