RANGE REVIEW: PAINTS & FINISHES
NEW FAST ACTION AND HEAVY DUTY PAINT STRIPPERS ARE NON-FLAMMABLE
Two new, highly effective, paint and varnish strippers have been introduced by leading UK decorating sundries manufacturer BARTOLINE; Paint Predator Heavy Duty and Paint Predator Fast Action. A significant benefit to retailers is that Bartoline’s new Paint Predator paint and varnish strippers are, unlike many traditional strippers on the market, non-flammable, so they can be displayed on store shelves for customer self-selection. Paint Predator Heavy Duty is
a high-strength, deep penetrating formulation that removes in excess of six* layers of paint or varnish in a single two-coat application. With
minimal evaporation it continues to work and does not ‘flash-off. Non- drip, it is ideal for vertical surfaces. Formulated for rapid results, Paint
Predator Fast Action strips up to three* layers of paint or varnish in 30 minutes, is non-caustic and easy to use.
Non-caustic and methylene chloride free, both products are suitable for indoor and outdoor use and strip most solvent and water borne paints and varnishes. “Paint Predator is another ground-
breaking new product range from Bartoline,” says Paul Robbins, Bartoline MD. “The Fast Action formula is great for people who need
EXCLUSIFS COLLECTION COMES ‘BACK DOWN TO EARTH’
Creating a connection with the wider environment while being cocooned within our homes is reflected in the rise of earth-inspired interior colour palettes.
As biophilic trends have encouraged homeowners to incorporate living design, the rise in Earth Tone palettes provides another opportunity to include organic, rich and soothing tones through choice of colour. So, what are earth tones?
Well consider the most common examples from our native forests, moors, heathlands and countryside hedges. These range from rich, freshly-tilled clays to windswept sandy grey earth. While the spectrum is quite broad, they all share a muted and comforting aesthetic. Rich Clays – Russets are a great way of adding instant warmth to your interior design. To avoid an over-powering scheme, consider combining patterns that mimic the natural world or pair clay tones with soothing pastels. Pale Sands - Choosing a mix of warm greys inspired by pale sands and natural chalk strata can be an easy way of adding
to work quickly, and Heavy Duty is highly effective where multiple paint layers are involved. “We think that merchants,
retailers and their customers, will also appreciate the non- flammable nature of these two new products, which not only makes them safer to display in store, but also removes the risk of flammable vapours during use.” Paint Predator Heavy Duty and Paint Predator Fast Action are available in 500ml, one litre and two litre pack sizes. Bartoline is Bronze EcoVadis Sustainability rated, putting the business in the top 33 per
cent globally for sustainability commitment and performance, and is committed to achieving a Gold rating within two years. *The indicated number of paint/
varnish layers removed are based on tests conducted on actual painted surfaces with multiple layers of paint. Stripping times and results can vary subject to substrate conditions, number of coats and paint coating type. n
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Venetian Dust design from the Atlantic collection Padua Beige 9195 from £168 (80 x 150cm), Louis De Poortere
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a contemporary twist to earth- inspired palette schemes. For that ultimate in uncomplicated style, matt finishes are a popular choice. Woodland Walk - Wood and wood-effect finishes can be used to provide an immediate connection with the outdoors. Whether dark or light wood, both can be used as an earth-toned canvas to support your design scheme.
Baobab design from the Structures collection, Za Copper 9199 from £176 (80 x 150cm), Louis De Poortere,
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Sustainable - Choosing natural products is an effortless way of incorporating earth tones into your interior design. When using products such as cork, wild grasses or coir, the variations provide a pleasing aesthetic and a sustainable and renewable alternative. Pastel Earth - Dusty pinks, greens and blues have made their mark on home design. This soft, indulgent palette lends itself well to home schemes that want the simplicity of colour to add interest to their home without compromising on detail.
Essentiel Collection, Kaolin from £55.99 per m2, BerryAlloc, berryalloc. com
AW22 COLOUR PREDICTIONS FROM THORNDOWN
‘Green, green, grass, blue, blue, sky’ might be the lyrics to one of this summer’s biggest earworms, but they are also the inspiration behind this Autumn’s biggest colour trends, according to eco paint specialists THORNDOWN. Thorndown Design Director
Caroline Thornborough believes more of us are looking to the natural world around us as we come to style our homes as temperatures drop.
She says: “The natural world has been very much in the forefront of people’s minds and consumer choices, which has had a huge impact on design.
“For the autumn and winter months, warm, comforting but darker and more striking colours are set to be used with dark lush greens such as Field Green and Yew Green, comforting warm and wholesome
dark blues like Bishop Blue, and the enriching dark plum of Whortleberry set to be the perfect colours for the seasons ahead. “Greys will also continue to be popular, with both dark greys - like Bergamot Grey - and lighter shades, such as Zinc Grey, complementing and contrasting wonderfully with the darker more vibrant colours.” Thorndown’s water-based wood paint is available in 72 stunning shades and is priced at £20 for a 750ml tin. Available from
thorndown.co.uk
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Aurora Bolides Runner from £84.00 per m2, Sisal and Seagrass,
sisalandseagrass.co.uk
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