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These accent colors still get clicks. Are they timeless, or have trends moved on? See which Behr picks might still make a statement in home design today.

The color trend report, inclusive of 48 hues organized by color family, begins a new biennial approach to the Colormix® Forecast.

The report from Global Market Insights attributes the increase in the market to demand for enhancing the visual appeal of surfaces across various industries, from construction to automotive, and beyond.

The designer-inspired 2024 Color Collection of the Year includes 10 refreshing neutrals combined with gentle, bright shades that create a new twist on traditional color combinations. The collection is composed of shades that embody tranquility, comfort, and rejuvenation. The company also released its 2024 Color of the Year.

The new addition of an eggshell sheen is available for interior cabinet, door, and trim coatings systems. 

Going water-based gives manufacturers a route for improving a coating’s environmental impact, and for reducing the carbon footprint. What existing support is available to overcome obstacles for formulators and facilitate the wider adoption of water-based solutions?

The global powder coatings market is estimated to be ~$13 billion and ~2.8 million MT in volume. It accounts for ~13% of the global industrial coatings market, and there are more than 1,200 companies involved in production and sales of powder coatings. This article discusses some of the emerging trends impacting this industry.

A specialty chemicals and minerals supplier offers a case study to compare its novel architectural colorants to industry-standard colorants. Utilizing tests such as viscosity drop, blocking resistance, open time, and base compatibility, these colorants deliver superior performance, an extended shelf life, and offer global compliance, while showcasing their low-VOC and high-pigment-loading capabilities.

The market for architectural coatings is projected to grow from $85.1 billion in 2023 to $102 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 3.9%. Read about key factors that provide market players with growth opportunities, as well as the potential challenges players could face during the forecast period.

Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC), a bio-based and multi-functional product made of cellulose, is a new alternative to traditional thickeners. Learn how MFC increases the tensile strength of elastomeric acrylic roof coatings without sacrificing the elongation, and how it reduces the water absorption, as well as increases the adhesion of coatings.