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PPG discusses its multifaceted approach to sustainability and product stewardship; a comprehensive and multivariable methodology, which was informed by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. This approach supports the idea that paint and coatings technologies are key to meeting green building standards.

Product stewardship and regulatory affairs (PSRA) professionals handle the minimization of all negative environmental impacts, and follow the respective regulations for formulating, manufacturing, and distributing products responsibly. Here are some particular ways paint professionals can promote product stewardship and regulatory compliance within their industry. 

The awards recognize franchise companies with the highest employee satisfaction based on an independent survey of corporate franchise staff. 

Four expert-selected color palettes explore the journey of rediscovery and escapism through design. 

From the calming neutral hues to the vibrancy of richer shades, this report from Fixr.com explores the trends that are setting the tone for interior design in 2023. While the timeless appeal of nature-inspired colors continues to hold strong, people are exploring vibrant splashes of color throughout the home this year. 

Bio-based coatings encompass a broad product category. They use natural resources such as essential oils, foods, and forest products to perform comparably to those typically derived from fossil fuels. This article discusses bio-based materials in the coatings market and offers insights about future developments. 

Whether it’s a wide, flat surface, a tangle of nooks and crannies, or anything in between, complicated projects need reimagined solutions. The new technology offers unexpected precision and puts the painter in charge.

These leading homebuilders will offer PPG paint products across their respective segments. 

PTFE is a substance used in all types of coatings to modify total mechanical performance and improve values for scratch resistance and abrasion resistance, while simultaneously lowering surface friction. However, PTFE is a well-known representative of PFAS, which is under increasing global regulation. PTFE-free wax additives are now available, and provide comparable performance with a focus on improving abrasion and scratch resistance.