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PAINT FOR EVERY PURPOSE AkzoNobel is a leading global supplier of decorative paints and coatings. With our centuries of experience in the area of paint and colour and our comprehensive international network, we supply an enormous range of innovative and sustainable products, knowledge, advice and technical services for your projects across regions.
PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS
INNOVATION
Paint systems for any purpose, in every possible colour, for every wall & corner. For any commercial building, even those with unique specifications, Dulux Professional has both comprehensive & targeted solutions to meet every requirement.
Maximising lighting efficacy, easier cleaning and cooler interiors are several benefits uncommon in typical paints. Dulux Professional develops the latest technologies resulting in new product features practical for workplaces.
COLOURS & AESTHETICS
SUSTAINABILITY
Colours not only create desirable working environments that are inspiring & motivating, it gives your buildings a distinct identity for easy recognition and proud association.
Every decision considered and every practice measured are in the interest of our resources today for the benefit of our users tomorrow. Dulux Professional embraces the future early, starting with the right practices now.
DURABILITY
CONSISTENCY
Workplaces host many occupants daily and thus require frequent maintenance to upkeep and extend their lifespan. Dulux Professional provides durable products, essential to ease day-to-day housekeeping and maximising maintenance cost efficiency.
Wherever you are in the world, AkzoNobel have the right solution for your projects. We offer the same knowledge, experience, colours, products and services that you have full confidence in. Dulux Professional stays close to you, ready to implement professional solutions anytime, anywhere.
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We take our partners’ professional needs seriously. Whether it is an office space or an entire development, regardless of scale and complexity, we know what it takes to make a workplace conducive. We not only make commercial buildings look good from outside, but also let people feel good when inside. Dulux Professional’s office concepts and product range creates desirable working environments. Besides caring for our users’ environment, we too care for our earth. That is why all our products contain low VOCs. Our R&D team works hard to develop products with least environmental impact, yet delivering best in class longer lasting colour, durability and performance.
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DULUX PROFESSIONAL WEATHERSHIELD
OUR PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS
Weathershield E1000
PROFESSIONAL EXTERIOR SOLUTIONS The Weathershield range is renowned for its all-weather protection, ensuring that building exteriors look good and stay looking good long into the future. Our technological breakthroughs result in the latest product features that continually enhance Dulux Professional Weathershield.
A high performance paint specially formulated to give superior all-weather protection and durability to exterior walls. It is a 100% acrylic water-based emulsion paint suitable for new and previously painted masonry surfaces which are appropriately primed. It has KeepCool™ property.
Weathershield Flexx
NEW TECHNOLOGY ELASTOMERIC Staying Clean Longer
A high performance elastomeric paint specially formulated to give superior all-weather protection and durability to exterior walls. It has excellent elastic properties and due to its cross-linking film structure it keeps surfaces clean longer. Its stay clean technology can extend maintenance cycles much longer compared to conventional elastomeric paint. It is suitable for both new and previously painted exterior masonry surfaces which are appropriately primed. Hairline Cracks
The new elastomeric technology has a paint film that stretches by three times more than ordinary exterior paint. Weathershield Flexx covers hairline cracks for superior waterresistance and prevention against moisture-damage. The unique CrossLinking Surface Technology allows the film to sustain its flexibility beneath a closely structured tough surface layer to shield off dirt.
Weathershield Creations Acryltex A premium quality modified acrylic water-based textured bodycoat specially formulated for exterior and interior masonry substrates. It has the flexibility to create varying texture effects. It is eco-certified for low VOC and has no added heavy metal, APEO and formaldehyde. Tough and durable layer with UV Cross-linking technology
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Layer 1. Alkali-Resisting Sealer 2. Weathershield Flexx
Elastomeric to cover hairline cracks for superior resistance
Weathershield Sealer E1000 A superior quality acrylic water-based alkali-resisting sealer for both exterior and interior masonry surfaces.
KEEP COOL™
Cooler House, lower bills Heat trapped within exteriors and interiors only increases cooling energy costs. Our Keep Cool™ technology uses special pigments to deflect heat. It keeps surface temperature cooler up to 5°C compared to conventional exterior paint.* Tests have shown that Keep Cool™ results in up to 10-15% savings in cooling energy cost (refer to our test report) and is applicable for selected colours. Note*: Refer to detailed report by BSD on energy saving simulation.
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CONVENTIONAL EXTERIOR PAINT
DULUX PROFESSIONAL WEATHERSHIELD PAINT
OTHER WEATHERSHIELD FEATURES
ALGAE PROTECTION
ALKALI GUARD
Algae inhibiting property is fundamental but important performance criteria for our products.
Weathershield systems are built with superior film integrity which resists alkali attack.
UV PROTECT COLOURLOCK Over time, exposure to ultra-violet rays cause paint colours to fade. Colourlock™ technologies prevent such fading, so colours stay looking new for longer.
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DULUX PROFESSIONAL DIAMOND
OUR PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS
Diamond A1000
PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR SOLUTIONS The Diamond range deliver smooth finishing and outstanding functionality, specially formulated with technologies to keep your wall looking good for longer. Building upon a foundation of excellent durability, innovation brings about other product features to extend the capabilities of Dulux Professional Diamond.
A premium quality paint with a smooth and sophisticated matt or sheen finish. It is specially formulated with Dulux Colourguard technology that locks in colours to keep your wall looking beautiful for longer. Suitable for both new and suitably primed existing interior masonry surfaces including brickwork, plaster, cement and wallboards.
Diamond StainResist A premium quality washable paint for interior walls. It has an elegant finishing and is specially formulated with outstanding scrubbability. Its StainResist™ film technology enables early stain resistance and delay stains from penetrating deep into the paint film. It is suitable for both new and suitably primed existing masonry and building board surfaces.
Diamond Smartlight
LUMITEC™ TECHNOLOGY
Up to twice as much light is reflected from wall painted with Diamond SmartLight
Brighter room, lower bills Diamond SmartLight formulated with Lumitec™ technology brightens interiors by reflecting more and, at the same time, absorbing less light. Our patented Lumitec™ technology illuminates interiors. Because of this function, small rooms are made brighter and feel more spacious. You now rely less on artificial lighting to achieve the same brightness, which leads to potential energy savings.
A premium quality paint formulated with cutting-edge Lumitec™ technology. The coating brings visually enhanced spaciousness to your rooms and increases brightness by reflecting up to twice as much light as regular emulsion paint. It effectively reduces electricity consumption as it requires less artificial lighting. It is suitable for both new and existing suitably primed masonry and building board surfaces.
Diamond Refresh NORMAL EMULSION PAINT Light source is absorbed by normal emulsion paint
DIAMOND SMARTLIGHT Less light is absorbed
A premium quality, odour neutralizing, anti-formaldehyde paint. It basically neutralizes formaldehyde, a common indoor air pollutant. It also comes with fungus and mould resistance making it suitable for all indoor surfaces
Diamond Sealer A1000 A highly effective waterbased alkaline resisting sealer specially formulated for new interior masonry walls. It is specially developed for optimum alkaline resistance and minimal efflorescence that occurs on new walls. It provides good adhesion to the substrate and prepares the surfaces for better topcoat finishing.
Interior Anti-mould It is designed to prevent mould growth on all interior ceilings, kitchens, bedrooms. It is a good quality, durable emulsion with a smooth matt finish. It is suitable for all normal interior masonry surfaces including brickwork, plaster, cement and soft wallboards.
STAINRESIST FILM TECHNOLOGY
Stain resistance for easy maintenance StainResist is a film technology to build tough, hardwearing finish - a synthesis of water-repellent and stainremoval properties. It prevents and delays stains from penetrating deep into the paint film, while its tough film keeps stains on the surface so they can be easily removed.
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OTHER DIAMOND FEATURES PROTECTIVE PAINT FILM Prevents and delays stains from penetrating further and enhances ease of cleaning STAIN RESIST SURFACE Liquid stains will form beads and slide off surface with high water repellency
ANTI-MOULD Healthy paintwork, better well-being Structural elements subjected to extended hours of air-conditioning, long period of monsoon and sudden temperature changes in high humidity environment often result in interior walls and ceiling infested by mould growth. A well protected paint surface makes the environment feels cleaner and requires less frequent maintenance.
COLOURGUARD PROPERTY Dulux Professional Diamond are formulated with high performance pigment that keeps colours looking fresh longer.
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COLOUR DESIGN IN WORK SPACES An uplifting workplace encourages inspiration for ideas and motivation to work productively. Colour design in work spaces is challenging because it occurs in the context of meaningful settings, correct lighting and comfortable visual conditions. The following selected colour schemes for commercial developments illustrate how different colours can complement spaces of various purposes.
I. WORK PLACES Team Workplaces Open Working Spaces Workstations
II. COMMUNAL SPACES Corridors Conference Rooms Receptions & Waiting Areas Cafeteria
III. PRIVATE WORKPLACES Flexible Workstations Individual Workplaces Private Meeting Rooms
IV. SUPPORT AREAS Carparks Support Desks Archive Rooms
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COLOUR DESIGN IN WORK SPACE
I. WORK PLACES The correct colour balance is essential for standard workstations where intense focus is needed. Space-efficient designs, colours, ergonomics & functionality are also necessary for these areas. Ideally, no more than two different hues should be combined. Pale colours, in general, are a good choice for serious settings. Saturated accent colours though can help enliven plain workplaces.
Linen Lush
Marble Falls
Potpourri Green
Big Chill
Scented Candle
Brazil Nut
Boston Cream
Shy Blossom
Clean Harmony
Barley Beige
Desert Warmth
Triple Crown
Pine Forest Green
Old World Blue
Surreal Blue
African Tulip
King’s Ransom
Natural Soul
Indigo Sea
Grey Pennant
Algonquin Red
Golden Harvest
Jade Green
Arctic Night
Noble Grey
OPEN WORKING SPACES
Accent colours
WORKSTATIONS
Boston Cream
Marble Falls
King’s Ransom
Noble Grey
COLOUR TIPS & TRICKS: • Tonal colour combinations tend to be more tranquil, compared to combining two different hues. • Muted colours create comfortable environments. • Lighter shades make a space appear bigger, whereas bolder colours smaller. • Matt finishing avoids reflected glare and uncontrolled brightness. Recommended light reflection
values for surfaces are: 10-50% for floors, 30-80% for walls and 60-90% for ceilings. • A rhythmic colour arrangement produce variety in large open spaces.
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Scented Candle
Grey Pennant
Algonquin Red
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COLOUR DESIGN IN WORK SPACE
II. COMMUNAL SPACES Public spaces are not only designed for communal activities, but also as a first impression to visitors. These areas include meeting & conference rooms, as well as receptions, cafeterias and lounges.
Spring Thaw
Spheric Beige
Inspired
Nougat Walls
Cotton Fantasy
Triple Crown
Caramel Honey
Desert Warmth
Violet Hush
Burmese Beige
Curry Spice
Saffron Burst
African Tulip
Valhalla
Smokey Glass
Provincial Majesty
Tinder Box
Puppet Patio
Wine & Dine
Manor House
Colours should be inviting & welcoming, complemented with colours reflecting the workplace’s culture & identity. CAFETERIA
RECEPTION / WAITING AREA
CONFERENCE ROOM
Spring Thaw
Burmese Beige
Desert Warmth
Curry Spice
COLOUR TIPS & TRICKS: • Colour design can be used as an image factor. The first impression of its overall appearance
and the way a company presents itself can have an impact on visitors. • Strong colours can create a bold welcome at reception areas.
• Different colours can help define different department, spaces and facility. • Yellow is a useful colour in poorly illuminated and dim spaces like corridors and stairwells. • Meeting spaces should have enough variation, be interesting yet not overwhelming.
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Cotton Fantasy
Inspired
Wine & Dine
Cotton Fantasy
Desert Warmth
Puppet Patio
Wine & Dine
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COLOUR DESIGN IN WORK SPACE
III. PRIVATE WORKPLACES Private workplaces are where individuals have their privacy to concentrate on their tasks. These spaces require soft or mid-tone colours to encourage focus.
Springwater
Shadow Dream
Ice Age
Dandelion Puff
Silk Moon
Serengeti Plain
Florest Flush
Steamy Waters
Tole Blue
Veil
Marian’s Meadow
Sea King
Atmosphere Blue
Wild Bluebell
Murky Nights
Deep Pool
Sail Away
Inky Night
Nobel Grey
Green and Blue are also suitable colours for a relaxed, calming effect. In contrast, vibrant colours should be avoided. PRIVATE MEETING ROOM
Accent colours
Market Green
FLEXIBLE WORK STATION
Nobel Grey
Veil
Silk Moon
COLOUR TIPS & TRICKS: • Soft and mid-tone colours encourage concentration. • Green and Blue, especially of pale shades, creates an environment for tasks requiring intense focus. • Contrast in lighting & colour can create a relaxing ambience for recreation areas. • Accent colours can induce an energizing and uplifting effect. Springwater
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Serengeti Plain
Market Green
Silk Moon
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COLOUR DESIGN IN WORK SPACE
IV. SUPPORT AREAS Support areas are often centrally located within an entire workplace. Such areas should be easily identifiable & accessible to everyone in the workplace. Bold colours can help with the navigation & organisation of these spaces.
SUPPORT AREA
Cuddle
Crisp Linen
Chilly Morning
Fountain Sprite
Quiet Hideaway
Roma Glass
Lightness Live
Grey Jeans
Cosmic Sea
Universal Grey
Lilly Pollen
Omega Yellow
Emerald Isle
Casa Royale
Dark Storm
Flaming Sword
Natural Soul
Ships At Sea
Twilight Zone
Deap Lead
Accent colours
ARCHIVE
Crisp Linen
Omega Yellow
Ships At Sea
CARPARK
Universal Grey
COLOUR TIPS & TRICKS: • Light, neutral colours help illuminate dim spaces such as archives and parking. • Bold, saturated colours are invigorating and can encourage activity & movement. It attracts
attention and dictates the direction of view.
• Contrast in hue & saturation can be helpful in way-finding and aiding navigation.
Emerald Isle
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Crisp Linen
Grey Jeans
Flaming Sword
Universal Grey
Crisp Linen
Omega Yellow
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PLANET POSSIBLE TM
NOTES
Our commitment to doing more with less Planet Possible™ is the AkzoNobel approach to sustainability, it is our commitment to doing more while using fewer of the world’s increasingly scarce resources. We want to create value by seeing opportunities where others don’t.
MORE VALUE FROM FEWER RESOURCES Products that do more with less not only have lower impact on the environment, they can offer additional benefits too. We are constantly developing our products to deliver high quality, superior finishes that enable you to gain a reputation for working sustainably. Built-in Sustainability We seek to build sustainability into every new or improved formulation, driving down VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) levels in our products, reducing the carbon footprint as measured by our Environmental Impact Analyser and achieving excellent coverage so less of the product is required to deliver a professional finish. Durability Means Using Less When the decor stays looking good for longer, decorating is required less frequently. As a result, the environmental impact of the decorating process is reduced over the lifetime of the project. Specialist Solutions That Make A Positive Difference With innovations, we offer a wide and growing range of advanced coatings for specialist tasks. These range from protecting specific substrates to inhibiting threats such as fire or bacteria, exterior coatings with higher Solar Reflective Index and interior paints containing Lumitec technology.
www.akzonobel.com/planetpossible
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www.akzonobel.com AkzoNobel creates everyday essentials to make people’s lives more liveable and inspiring. As a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals, we supply essential ingredients, essential protection and essential color to industries and consumers worldwide. Backed by a pioneering heritage, our innovative products and sustainable technologies are designed to meet the growing demands of our fast-changing planet, while making life easier. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we have approximately 45,000 people in around 80 countries, while our portfolio includes well-known brands such as Dulux, Sikkens, International, Interpon and Eka. Consistently ranked as a leader in sustainability, we are dedicated to energizing cities and communities while creating a protected, colorful world where life is improved by what we do. Š 2016 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. Akzo Nobel Decorative Paints LLC Al Habtoor Business Tower, 12th Floor, Dubai, U.A.E. Tel: +971 (0) 4 3990417 Fax: +971 (0) 4 3792861 Email: cs.deco@akzonobel.com website: www.duluxmiddleeast.com
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