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GRAPHENSTONE CALLS FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS TO PROTECT THEIR PAINT SPECIFICATIONS , PARTICULARLY WITH ITS SPECIAL RANGE OF ‘ PURIFYING PAINTS ’
Credit : Michelle Ogundehin for Graphenstone
Paint is a key design element for any designer . When used on several surfaces , including doors , detailing window frames , and even external decor , paint often accounts for a large proportion of an overall scheme .
With designers increasingly prioritising the sustainability and wellbeing of interior environments over usual design decisions such as colour and finish , it is essential to ensure that sustainable product specifications remain the same from the start of the project through to the end .
This is particularly important when the product plays a very technical role , as is the case with Graphenstone ’ s purifying paint ranges . These paints actively help to ‘ purify ’ the air in the atmosphere by absorbing surrounding CO2 as they cure ( the majority in the first 30 days following application ).
Decorators and subcontractors can often swap out specified products for those they believe to be ‘ similar ’ for ones that may appear cheaper , unaware of the impact this decision can have on elements such as material health , product circularity , cleaner air , and environmental protection .
Remember to cite Graphenstone ’ s ‘ Cradle to Cradle ’ certification when drafting your design specification . This will ensure that the original intent and integrity of the designer ’ s vision are maintained from the start to the end of the process .
With over 96 highly pigmented colours to choose from as part of its standard offer , Graphenstone also has just launched two exclusive new colour collection collaborations .
The first , is a unique range of 16 soothing colours developed with one of the most influential figures in British Interior Design , Michelle Ogundehin , and the second , sees a new range of Italian-inspired colours from interiors influencer Kaye Watson Smyth . Something to suit all interior design tastes .
Graphenstone will also launch a revolutionary new range of ‘ peel and stick ’ paint swatches , which are 100 % recyclable , are made from 30 % recycled materials , and use 94 % less CO2 than standard paint sample pots . The patches will be available exclusively through selected Brewers stores as part of a new distribution partnership , online via the Brewers website , and through Graphenstone ’ s own website . ( From October )
As part of its ongoing green business strategy , Graphenstone will now also plant a tree for every online order ( including colour cards , and the new paint swatch patches ), in partnership with Switch2Zero , a leading pioneer in sustainable technology solutions .
Credit : Kate Watson Smyth x Graphenstone
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