Level: Coatings

With approximately 25 million litres of paints, stains and varnishes used in New Zealand each year, owners and clients are increasingly concerned about occupant health and the impact their buildings have on the environment. 

This guide will help building practitioners select thin coatings for most common building materials and components while placing an emphasis on sustainability. It considers the substrate coatings are applied to, maintenance, durability, colour and appearance, all within a sustainability context.