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Architectural Coatings

BASF offers advanced solutions for Architectural Coatings. Our products for architectural coatings include all coatings applied on residential, commercial or industrial buildings for both decorative and protective purposes.

We understand challenges as future opportunities. Our team of passionate and experienced professionals with in-depth know-how and industry expertise offers formulation support and supplies a comprehensive product portfolio that covers polymer dispersions and additives.

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Coating manufacturers face several challenges when formulating paints and coatings for residential, commercial or industrial buildings:

A growing demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable coatings requires manufacturers to invest in research and development of new formulations and technologies.
The need to comply with regulatory requirements demands meeting stringent environmental and safety standards.
The wide variety of substrates and surfaces in architectural projects necessitates development of versatile coatings that can adhere to and perform well on different materials.
The need for durability and long-lasting performance in exterior coatings requires manufacturers to create products that can withstand harsh weather conditions and UV radiation.

At BASF we understand challenges as future opportunities. Explore our solutions for architectural coatings!

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Sustainability meets Architectural Coatings

Biomass Balance Solutions for Architectural Coatings and Construction

Our biomass balance solutions help reduce the carbon footprint of your products, giving you the opportunity to create additional value for your customers. Discover how our partners Barbot, San Marco and Uzin Utz made biomass balance a success.

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MyCarbonFootprint: Simplify your Sustainability Journey in Architectural Coatings and Construction

As an easy-to-use, intuitive application, MyCarbonFootprint provides you with comprehensive, up-to-date data on the carbon emissions of the BASF products you purchase. Receive 24/7 digital access to relevant carbon footprints and rapid impact calculations to switch to more sustainable product combinations.

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Discover more about our Bio-based Solutions

Our bio-based binders meet the consumer demand for sustainable solutions with traceable biogenic carbon content. Our new bio-based solutions enable our customers to conserve fossil resources and expand their product portfolios for environmentally conscious consumers.

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Technical Information: Preservation of Polymer Dispersions

Covering the selection of biocides for preservation to proper handling and storage techniques, ensuring the stability and quality of water-based polymer dispersions throughout their shelf life. Whether you are involved in production, packaging, transportation, or storage of polymer dispersions, this information will help you maintain optimal microbiological quality and ensure the longevity of your products.

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Technical Information: Handling and Storage of Polymer Dispersions

Polymer dispersions are increasingly processed in various industries. Bulk delivery by road or rail tanker is more convenient for processing facilities. This Technical Information provides an overview of the advantages of bulk delivery and requirements for storage tanks. It also describes measures for handling bulk deliveries of polymer dispersions.

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Web Seminar Recap: EU Restriction on Synthetic Polymer Microparticles

Get the most important information on the EU restriction on Synthetic Polymer Microparticles and its impact on the construction and architectural coatings industries. BASF experts will provide comprehensive information on relevant aspects of the regulation, applicable exemptions and associated labeling and reporting obligations.

BASF is investing in its dispersion production sites to meet growing customer demand in EMEA

BASF is enhancing its dispersion plants in Ludwigshafen, Germany, and Hamina, Finland, to meet growing demand in the EMEA region. These investments will increase capacity and flexibility, strengthening BASF's commitment to provide reliable, innovative solutions to customers throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

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Technical Information: Preservation of Polymer Dispersions

Covering the selection of biocides for preservation to proper handling and storage techniques, ensuring the stability and quality of water-based polymer dispersions throughout their shelf life. Whether you are involved in production, packaging, transportation, or storage of polymer dispersions, this information will help you maintain optimal microbiological quality and ensure the longevity of your products.

Acronal® 6335 – the universal dispersion for the joinery industry

Acronal® 6335 is a universal binder for wood coatings, which is suitable for primers, midcoats and topcoats, and for a wide range of applications, including transparent and opaque systems. This versatile dispersion allows various application methods like spray and dip, enabling paint manufacturers to streamline their material basket.

Lab Assistant to make your formulations easier than ever!

BASF’s Lab Assistant is your digital formulation helper for Architectural Coatings and now also for the construction industry. Lab Assistant helps you obtain data and product comparisons quickly and according to your needs. It is comprehensive and easy to use - so find the right ingredients is straightforward.

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