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News & Events Dulux consolidates professional paints portfolio to offer better support Architects, interior designers, wall owners and contractors can now look to Dulux for a one-stop solution to all their coatings needs. ONE GOOD REASON, among several others, why AkzoNobel is a leading global paints and coatings company and major producer of specialty chemicals is its unwavering commitment to reach out and give more than just quality products to consumers/trade professionals. Quite the latest offering is its Dulux Professional, a ‘one-stop contact-point-cum-centre that provides (1) a range of innovative and sustainable products, (2) technical services and support, encompassing customisable solutions, specifications consultation across sectors and a more comprehensible product categorisation of Dulux Professional paints, that was introduced recently on 2 June 2016. Dulux Professional Product Categorisation • Dulux Professional Weathershield series, certified ‘sustainable’ by Green Label (Singapore) and SIRIM Eco-label paint for its sustainability (reduced envionmental impact due to lesser maintenance), proven protection from external elements, ensuring that building exteriors look and stay good over time. It is about (i) elastomeric technology (paint film that stretches by three times more than ordinary exterior paint), (ii) Keel CoolTM technology (use of special pigments to deflect heat) and (iii) ColourlockTM technology (prevent colour-fading due to ultra-violet rays). It is also about durability and extended maintenance cycles from which savings accrue. Product lines in this series: Dulux Professional Weathershield E1000, Flexx, Express, Roof, Creation Acryltex, Sealer E1000 and Solvent-based Sealer E1000. • Dulux Professional Diamond range, for smooth finishing and outstanding functionality, specially formulated with technologies, namely, of (a) StainResist Film (to build tough, hard-wearing finish with water-repellent and stain-removal properties), (b) LumitechTM (to reflect more and absorb less light for brighter Invited guests for the Dulux Professional event at Zebra Square. 6 Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz Mr Jeremy Rowe, Managing Director, AkzoNobel Decorative Paints, South East & South Asia, Middle East and Mr Indra Laban General Manager, AkzoNobel Decorative Paints Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei during the professional reveal event held at Zebra Square for Dulux Professional range of products. interiors – Smartlight, and, (c) Colourguard Property (high performance pigment that keeps colours looking fresher/longer). Products in this series: Dulux Professional Diamond A1000, Smartkight, Refresh, Sealer A1000 and Solvent-based Sealer A1000. Technical and Support Services Products aside, the Dulux Professional package comes with: • site surveys by AkzoNobel’s dedicated Project Sales and Specification personnel, for inspection to assess the current condition of surface coatings, assist in identifying difficult substrates and advise on extending maintenance cycles; • writing out specifications tailored to individual requirements, to ensure correct surface preparation and specify the product most appropriate for the location, environment and substrate type; • consultation on (1) colour scheme recommendation and visualisation with Colour Previews, and (2) health, safety and environmental issues relevant to product use; • site management, including work supervision and verification of surface preparation; • contract partnership with quality Contract Partners to ensure delivery of quality finish and on-time completion projects, as well as use of materials as specified. ■ For more information please visit www.dulux.com.my/en Building & Investment | www.b-i.biz 25