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Information on the materials and technologies available to formulate architectural coatings.

]]> https://www.pcimag.com/rss/2633 en-us Enhancing Block Resistance in Low-VOC Acrylic Paints Using Silane-Modified Colloidal Silica Silane-modified colloidal silica improves block resistance in low-VOC acrylic paints while maintaining gloss, stability and compatibility in waterborne coating formulations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114470 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114470-enhancing-block-resistance-in-low-voc-acrylic-paints-using-silane-modified-colloidal-silica Chitosan: A Next-Generation Functional Material for Paint and Coatings Innovation Chitosan is emerging as a multifunctional biobased polymer enabling antimicrobial performance, corrosion protection, and sustainable coating design across multiple paint and coatings applications.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114469 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114469-chitosan-a-next-generation-functional-material-for-paint-and-coatings-innovation What Makes a Paint Asthma & Allergy Friendly? Benjamin Moore and certification experts discuss low odor, zero-VOC coatings and the testing standards used to evaluate indoor air quality performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114468 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114468-what-makes-a-paint-asthma-and-allergy-friendly How Architectural Coatings Protect and Extend Building Performance Advanced architectural coatings now protect structures from weathering, wear and microbes while improving energy efficiency and long-term durability.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114466 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114466-how-architectural-coatings-protect-and-extend-building-performance Pigments in Modern-Day Coatings Formulations Market trends, functional performance demands and evolving research are reshaping how pigments are selected and evaluated in modern coatings formulations.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114453 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114453-pigments-in-modern-day-coatings-formulations How CMG Thinks About Color Direction Beyond a Single Year A two-part Coat It! podcast conversation with Montaha Hidefi previews how CMG approaches long-range color forecasting for 2027+.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114444 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114444-how-cmg-thinks-about-color-direction-beyond-a-single-year Maintenance-Free Promise: Balancing Performance Claims with Sustainability Reporting Requirements Sustainability reporting and EPDs are reshaping how long-term performance claims are defined, verified and communicated in architectural coatings.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/114441 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/114441-maintenance-free-promise-balancing-performance-claims-with-sustainability-reporting-requirements Inside the Process Behind Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year reflects macro trends, longevity and how decorative color decisions intersect with coatings strategy.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114443 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114443-inside-the-process-behind-benjamin-moores-2026-color-of-the-year Copper-Anodized Sun Shading and Curtain Wall Systems Shape New Chemistry Lab Copper-anodized aluminum, fluoropolymer coatings, and curtain wall systems support durability, daylighting and sustainability at a renovated University of Minnesota chemistry facility.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114431 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114431-copper-anodized-sun-shading-and-curtain-wall-systems-shape-new-chemistry-lab VOCs in Paint and Coatings: Sources, Risks and Benchmarks A technical overview examines VOC sources, health considerations and measurement benchmarks with attention to low-VOC paint formulations.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114428 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114428-vocs-in-paint-and-coatings Inside the 2026 Colors of the Year Color of the Year announcements reveal shifting strategies in palettes, launches and forecasting, with growing implications for pigment development and coatings formulation.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/114387 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/114387-inside-the-2026-colors-of-the-year Dispersion Blades: Design, Function and Performance An overview of dispersion blade design, flow mechanics and best practices for achieving consistent particle dispersion in paint and coatings manufacturing.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114352 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114352-dispersion-blades-design-function-and-performance Beyond Life Cycle Analysis: How Extended-Durability Coatings are Redefining Sustainability Metrics Extended-durability architectural coatings improve sustainability by reducing recoating frequency, lowering VOC emissions and extending material service life.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/114438 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/114438-beyond-life-cycle-analysis-how-extended-durability-coatings-are-redefining-sustainability-metrics AI-Powered Coatings http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114299 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114299-ai-powered-coatings Circular Reuse Strategies for Sustainable Paint Recycling This article examines circular reuse practices that transform unsaleable paint materials into valuable products, supporting sustainability, cost stability, and waste minimization.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114298 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114298-circular-reuse-strategies-for-sustainable-paint-recycling Inside the AI Shift in Coatings Industry leaders share real-world examples of how AI is reshaping coatings R&D, from data foundations to formulation speed, sourcing and talent strategy.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114284 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114284-inside-the-ai-shift-in-coatings Anti-Pollution Paint Targets Urban Air Quality in Bangladesh Air-purifying paint technologies are being developed to address rising air pollution and indoor exposure risks in densely populated urban environments.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114263 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:05:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114263-anti-pollution-paint-targets-bangladesh-air-quality Driving Sustainability and Performance Behr outlines how sustainability goals, digital tools and high-performance coatings are influencing product development and customer expectations.


]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114245 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114245-driving-sustainability-and-performance Selecting Raw Materials for High-Performance Latex Paint Formulations A practical guide to assessing regulatory requirements, technical data, and performance characteristics when evaluating raw materials for latex paint.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114241 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114241-selecting-raw-materials-for-high-performance-latex-paint-formulations Optimizing Open Time This study evaluates how open time extending additives influence open time, wet edge, viscosity, gloss and blocking across architectural and wood coatings.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114239 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114239-optimizing-open-time Zero-Carbon Calcium Carbonate A new calcium carbonate with a negative carbon footprint allows formulators to reduce Scope 3 emissions while maintaining performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114225 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114225-zero-carbon-calcium-carbonate Under the Mirrorball: WCS 2025 A disco kickoff set the tone for WCS, followed by focused keynotes, steady conversations and productive time on the floor.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14/post/114217 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/blogs/14-pci-blog/post/114217-under-the-mirrorball-wcs-2025 Early Commentary on the AkzoNobel–Axalta Merger Early reactions to the AkzoNobel–Axalta merger reveal strategic optimism, investor pushback and muted market response. Here’s what industry commentary is signaling so far.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114186 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114186-early-commentary-on-the-akzonobelaxalta-merger Reimagining Color Through Sensory Design for the Visually Impaired A sensory innovation translates 70 colors into tactile and auditory experiences, expanding accessibility for blind and low-vision users through Cromopoems.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114221 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114221-reimagining-color-through-sensory-design-for-the-visually-impaired Transforming Chemical Compliance Into a Competitive Advantage Chemical compliance affects efficiency, cost and risk. Connecting documentation and regulatory data helps improve consistency across paint and coatings workflows.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114170 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:18 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114170-transforming-chemical-compliance-into-a-competitive-advantage Boosting Sustainability in Coatings with Bio-Based and Biodegradable Additives Bio-based citrate esters and xanthan gum offer sustainable alternatives in paint formulations, reducing VOCs while maintaining application and performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114155 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114155-boosting-sustainability-in-coatings-with-bio-based-and-biodegradable-additives Dual Finishes Elevate a Curtain Wall Shamrock Trading Corporation’s headquarters pairs Linetec-finished PVDF exteriors with clear anodized interiors on a unitized system to streamline installation and performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114116 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114116-dual-finishes-elevate-a-curtain-wall TecTrac Highlights Craftsmanship and Collaboration in Wallcovering The Wallcovering Association’s TecTrac event brought together union members, manufacturers and designers to spotlight training, sustainability and the evolving skills shaping modern wallcovering installation.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114072 Sat, 18 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114072-tectrac-highlights-craftsmanship-and-collaboration-in-wallcovering From Surface Solutions to a Broader, Quicker Portfolio In an exclusive PCI interview, Susonity leaders explain how four sites, lab support and supply security anchor its next phase.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114086 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:44:49 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114086-from-surface-solutions-to-a-broader-quicker-portfolio Insights into Exterior Architectural Coating Degradation: Bridging Accelerated and Natural Weathering This study explores paint film degradation through accelerated aging to better understand the relevant degradation mechanisms and improve long-term performance.

]]> http://www.pcimag.com/articles/114024 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.pcimag.com/articles/114024-insights-into-exterior-architectural-coating-degradation-bridging-accelerated-and-natural-weathering