Architectural Coatings

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Advanced architectural coatings now protect structures from weathering, wear and microbes while improving energy efficiency and long-term durability.

Market trends, functional performance demands and evolving research are reshaping how pigments are selected and evaluated in modern coatings formulations.

A two-part Coat It! podcast conversation with Montaha Hidefi previews how CMG approaches long-range color forecasting for 2027+.

Sustainability reporting and EPDs are reshaping how long-term performance claims are defined, verified and communicated in architectural coatings.

Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year reflects macro trends, longevity and how decorative color decisions intersect with coatings strategy.

Copper-anodized aluminum, fluoropolymer coatings, and curtain wall systems support durability, daylighting and sustainability at a renovated University of Minnesota chemistry facility.

A technical overview examines VOC sources, health considerations and measurement benchmarks with attention to low-VOC paint formulations.

Color of the Year announcements reveal shifting strategies in palettes, launches and forecasting, with growing implications for pigment development and coatings formulation.

An overview of dispersion blade design, flow mechanics and best practices for achieving consistent particle dispersion in paint and coatings manufacturing.

Extended-durability architectural coatings improve sustainability by reducing recoating frequency, lowering VOC emissions and extending material service life.