In efforts to meet increasingly stringent regulatory requirements and growing consumer expectations, architectural coatings companies must consider the sustainability impacts of their products. Near-zero-VOC architectural bases and low-VOC colorants continue to gain traction in North America as paint companies and colorant suppliers have advanced their knowledge and tools for successful low-VOC formulations. Additive companies have recently joined this trend with the advancements in surfactant and dispersant technology for low-VOC applications.
Specialty chemicals and minerals supplier, Vibrantz Technologies, developed the next generation of architectural colorants offering the lowest VOCs and highest pigment-loading capabilities in the industry. These colorants deliver superior performance, an extended shelf life and global compliance. The study below includes a series of tests comparing Vibrantz’s novel colorants to industry-standard colorants, utilizing several types of architectural bases. Tests performed include viscosity drop, blocking resistance, open time, and base compatibility.