The benefits of natural paints and finishes for our buildings, people and planet are considerable – virtually VOC-free, non-toxic, breathable, better for allergy sufferers and free of polluting fossil-fuel based microplastics.
- But how can they be best used in practice?
- Are they applicable to all building types and substrates?
- Are specialist skills necessary?
- What preparation is required?
- And how do they differ in use from mainstream paints and finishes?
Join Alliance for Sustainable Building Products (ASBP) and expert members of our Paints & Finishes Group for a practical ‘how to’ session on using natural paints and finishes, with case studies, demonstrations, top tips, FAQs and more.
Speakers
Programme
14:30 Welcome to the webinar
Richard Broad, Director, ASBP
14:35 Are natural paints and finishes applicable to all building types and substrates?
Anton Boekhoudt, National Architectural Business Development Manager, Keim Paints
14:55 ‘How to’ apply natural paints and finishes
Edward Bulmer, Co-Founder, Edward Bulmer Natural Paint
“Edward Bulmer is one of the foremost interior designers in the UK and a leading architectural historian specialising in restoring and decorating historic buildings. He has become deeply involved with ecological issues and is an advocate of practical sustainability in everyday living.”
15:15 How do natural paints and finishes differ in use from mainstream products? And are they long lasting?
Roger Maher, Sales Development Manager, Earthborn Paints
15:35 FAQs and audience Q&A
16:00 Close
Key details
Date: Thursday 13th June 2024
Time: 14:30-16:00
Location: Online (Zoom)
Fees:
- Free for ASBP members
- £10 +VAT for members of partner orgs*
- £20 +VAT for non-members
*ACAN, AECB, Building Performance Network, BWF, CIBSE, CIRIA, Fit for the Future, FIS, Good Homes Alliance, natureplus, Retrofit Works, Passivhaus Trust, SuperHomes, STBA, The Green Register and Woodknowledge Wales.