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Anti-bacterial paints –
the new norm
Fifteen months into the most devastating period for our global society, our new normal is
making us very aware of the surfaces surrounding us. Clean, hygienic surfaces are no longer
something in your local health care facility, but have become critical – in homes, workplaces,
factories and the like. Two prominent coatings manufacturers share with us anti-bacterial
products produced by them.
I
recently read a quote from designed for environments where AGE-OLD JAPANESE WISDOM
someone on Twitter, “If the infection control and anti-microbial REFINED FOR TODAY’S
pandemic has taught us one performance are essential. APPLICATIONS
thing, it is how unhygienic we Plascon Professional Hygiene™ Dating back 1 300 years, Shikkui
have been living as a society.” This Low Sheen uses silver technology is a traditional Japanese plaster
hit hard – very hard. The truth in this called BIODEFENCE™ that actively that is used as a protective method
statement cannot be debated. South inhibits microbial growth between when infections develop. Plascon’s
Africa has skipped a flu season for cleanings and reduces the risk parent company, Kansai Paint Japan,
the first time in 40 years. Worldwide of cross-contamination through has successfully converted the
flu season has been skipped in many painted surfaces, thereby promoting Shikkui plaster finish into a paint
countries. more hygienic hospital and clinic finish, which will be imported for
With a global decentralisation, environments. According to Plascon, professional customers on request.
working from home, less interaction, the technology eliminates up to The benefits of Kansai Shiquy
mask wearing, and a very healthy 99.9% of E.coli bacteria and provides Paint include an antiviral effect,
dose of hand sanitiser being used protection against other harmful the elimination of odours, humidity
in excess of 10 times a day for many bacteria. control and air purification.
people – the reality is that due to the The paint has low VOC, excellent Viruses exist in moisture, such
increased focus on hygiene, we have washability and stain resistance, as droplets from coughing and
curbed many viruses in 2020 that and it will maintain its antibacterial sneezing, vomit and water vapour
were par for the course in our lives. effectiveness for its full lifetime. in the air (humidity). The strong
This has led to the general alkaline content of Shiquy renders
population no longer simply viruses in moisture inactive so that
considering anti-bacterial they are unable to attach themselves
coatings as a luxury in to human/animal cells.
a healthcare facility, but The product has a thin film finish,
something that forms which can be applied onto various
part of coatings in homes, surfaces.
businesses and other areas
frequented by people. Let’s PROFESSIONAL HYGIENE LOW
find out what Kansai Plascon SHEEN PAINT
and Versus Paints have to offer This paint is suitable for new or
the industry. existing correctly primed interior
plastered, concrete, porous
KANSAI PLASCON brickwork, and various types of
With the healthcare system building boards. It is ideal for public
ramping up its infrastructure in spaces, hospitals, veterinaries,
places that deal with Covid-19, doctors’ surgeries, catering
it is important for specifiers companies, food preparation areas,
and contractors to know about industrial kitchens, nursing homes
paint products that aid medical and prisons.
responses. Plascon has two It is available in 20-litres and
product lines suitable for use has a spreading rate of 13.3m2/l.
in the healthcare sector that The product has the following
contain a multitude of properties characteristics:
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Product feature
Appearance Low sheen
Colour White (PHL 1)
Tint Bases Pastel Tint Base (THL 1000)
Volume solids 40 %
Recommended DFT 25 – 35 μm
Recommended WFT 63 – 88 μm
13.3 m²/L @ 30 μm DFT per coat. This
Theoretical spreading rate
serves as a guide only
The practical spreading rate will vary
depending on the porosity and profile of
Practical spreading rate
the substrate, as well as the application
technique and tools used.
TVOC
Product feature
HARLEQUIN PAINTS Its ethos is strongly intrenched with STERISEAL™ conforms to ISO 22196
quality, durability and the environment. and is being launched in March 2021 as
Harlequin Paints has always been During the Covid-19 pandemic and STERISEAL™. It uses ionic silver, it holds
associated with a healthier option when the continuous use of harsh cleaning extensive approvals, including those for
it comes to its coatings. products on surfaces for cleaning and food contact.
sanitising, Harlequin Paints saw an All of the active substances are
opportunity to develop a clear coating approved by EFSA and FDA and are
that would remain safe and hygienic, supported for inclusion on the European
and would greatly reduce the need to Biocidal product regulation. No other
continually sanitise areas. organic antimicrobial additives, which
The company partnered with a UK- have health and environmental concerns
based company, SteriTouch™ and over a are used in this product. It is non-
period of six-months and after extensive leaching and non-sensitising.
independent laboratory testing done This product can be used safely by
in the UK, Harlequin developed a clear anyone from the DIY home decorator to
coating that can be applied to walls contractors alike.
and furniture reducing the need for Although the technology is UK-based,
excessive cleaning. it conforms to international standards
This product with its heat and (JIS and ISO) and is typically proven
water resistance formulation, even to be 99.99% effective against a whole
scratches and abrasion do not affect range of common bacteria and microbial
the antimicrobial performance. Cleaning organisms that are common in domestic
chemicals such as chlorine bleach, and public environments.
disinfectants, alcohol and even harsh Furthermore, Harlequin Paints will
industrial products such as MEK (Methyl be launching other hygiene related
Ethyl Ketone) will not diminish the paints for wall and ceilings in the
antimicrobial properties. coming months. c
British Coatings Federation welcomes FTA
but calls for more changes to UK REACH
The British Coatings Federation has welcomed the news of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
between the UK and EU.
D
espite the lateness of the of the original, EU REACH, a piece of In addition, UK-based companies
decision, an FTA will mean, legislation widely regarded as being wanting to export to the EU will not
among other things, that one of the most – if not the most only have to comply with UK REACH,
BCF members will be able to – burdensome in the world. If data- but continue to adhere to EU REACH
benefit from tariff-free trade with the sharing has not been agreed as part of rules too. Commenting on the deal,
EU in future. This at least will ensure the the FTA, UK REACH will now require Tow Bowtell, CEO of the BCF, said:
coatings and printing inks sectors across the registration with full data dossiers “We welcome the fact that a Free
Europe will not be hit by new tariff costs of all chemical substances being used Trade Agreement has been concluded.
of an estimated £100m. in the country to be put into a new Businesses are going to be hit
However, while there is talk of a database. This process is going to cost significantly by Brexit and at least this
Chemicals Annexe being included in the the chemicals industry an estimated FTA means some additional costs, such
deal, it is not yet clear this will include £1bn plus, a figure not disputed by as tariffs, are now going to be avoided.”
the key data-sharing clauses the UK the UK Government. It is also likely However, the FTA agreement appears
wanted. If this has not been agreed to mean some substances will not be extremely basic. The reality is this is a
today, we hope that data-sharing might registered in the new UK database at hard Brexit with significant extra costs
still be able to be negotiated as an ‘add- all for reasons of cost, leaving many UK and burdens placed on UK industry as
on’ at some point in 2021. manufacturers in a position where they a result. BCF members and businesses
January 2021 saw the introduction of have to make do without, change their across the country will still have to
the UK’s new independent chemicals formulations, or take on the registration deal with new customs and border
regulations. UK REACH is a direct copy costs themselves. controls, as well as delays to goods
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