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Dulux NZ Technical
Dulux NZ Technical
on Paint and Coatings

Dulux has helped protect, maintain and enhance the spaces and places where Kiwis live, work and play since 1939. While it is synonymous with creating better homes, Dulux also plays a critical role in creating and improving the infrastructure we see across New Zealand, every day.

Dulux is committed to the ongoing research and development of innovation that reduce the environmental impact of our products, without affecting their outstanding performance. The health and safety of consumers, customers and the environment form a core element of Dulux’s business.

30 October 2023

Why Clear Specification Sheets are Essential for Effective Paint Projects

Simon Blincoe, the National Specification Manager at Dulux, explains why specification sheets are crucial for successful paint projects.

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19 April 2018

Changing Trends in the Gloss Levels of Paint

Fashions have changed and paint technology has improved; flat/matt sheen level paints are now being confidently used throughout homes, including in bathrooms and kitchens.

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24 June 2016

The Importance of Trusted Laboratory Testing

Company laboratories should be able to create reliable, accurate results, and IANZ accreditation gives customers assurance that these tests can be relied on.

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26 May 2016

How Harmful are the Chemicals in Paint?

The Environmental Choice labelling scheme is an easy and reliable way to be assured that a specified product meets a number of tough environmental and health considerations.

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21 April 2016

The Effect of Light Sources on Colour Perception

Metamerism describes how colours can look different under different light sources and is an important factor to consider when choosing a paint colour.

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14 March 2016

Matching and Recreating Original Colour Schemes

Recreating colours from old, faded and repainted buildings can be a challenge — particularly when faded photographs and paint are the only clues available to designers. 

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17 February 2016

Asbestos Management: New Responsibilities for Property Owners

At a recent Paint Manufacturer’s Association meeting we had some information presented on changes to how asbestos removal will be managed from April 2016.

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19 November 2015

Slip Resistance Ratings and Surface Coatings

Slip resistance is necessary to safeguard people from injury during movement into, within, and out of buildings.

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21 October 2015

Coatings to Meet the Needs of Our Ageing Population

As the population ages, durable paint finishes that meet the demands of residential aged care facilities, health care practices and hospitals are required. 

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17 September 2015

The Effects of Timber Movement on Paint

Timber movement is caused by changes in environmental conditions and can be affected by and have an effect on paint. 

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