Paints breathe life into objects and make them highly attractive and appealing and at the same time also safeguard them from environmental hazards. Paints can be categorized into decorative paints which lend aesthetic appeal to buildings and other items and industrial coatings used in several manufacturing units.
In the technology driven world of today, the colour industry is also evolving. Action is taken to upgrade the work force, machinery, raw materials and processes involved in the industry. The technically sound players in the field work towards providing a wide product range which can take care of the diverse market needs. It is not only about making pigments for paint or solvent dyes with the correct shade but also guaranteeing the safety of the users and the environment.
Can we ever imagine a world of black and white without any colours? Won’t it be a dull life without any bright charm? Think of the old movies in black and white and compare it with the glitzy and multi-coloured hued slick cinemas of today. Colours surely are an essential element of our lives. They are all around us. They add brightness and freshness to the world. Various aspects of our lives like our homes, work places, vehicles, food, clothes, stationary, toys, etc. have colours as the vital component. It is therefore important that the colours used in various applications follow the basic 3S principle; Shade, Stability and Safety. These are followed in various types of colouring variants such as acid dyes, basic dyes, paints, herbal extracts, etc.
Do you know what lies behind the beauty and long life of all the decorative objects around us? Vibrant and long lasting hues are engineered. It is the use of inorganic and organic pigments for paints and coatings that have helped to display articles in their best light and endure the harshest demands.
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