The Sensitive Choice® brand is a not-for-profit program developed by the National Asthma Council Australia in 2006 to inform the public about asthma and allergy management. The Sensitive Choice initiative helps more people with asthma and allergies to identify products and services that may be better for them. Ranges that are part of the Sensitive Choice program have been rigorously assessed and approved by an independent advisory panel of experts. They ensure that the products do no harm and offer relative benefits to people with asthma or allergies. Products approved by Sensitive Choice® must be durable, low VOC and resist mould and mildew. Taubmans has been Sensitive Choice approved for over 10 years.
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A painted room where the paint does no harm and offers a relative benefits to people with asthma or allergies
Anti-microbial properties which inhibits the future growth of mould and mildew which may trigger asthma or allergic reactions
VOCs in many interior paints can cause respiratory issues. Sensitive Choice recognises that our Low VOC paint helps maintain indoor air quality during and after painting
Superior Dirt Shedding Formulas create a crosslinked surface using acrylic binders and UV exposure. As the coating cures, this crosslinking technology makes paint resistant to dirt as dirt, dust and grime cannot easily penetrate the surface. This creates a surface which can shed dirt easier as it sits on top of the paint and can be easily washed off with water. Superior Dirt Shedding Formula technology enables exterior painted surfaces to remain cleaner for longer as any ingrained dirt can be easily washed from the surface by rain or using through hosing down the surface.
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Nanoguard Advanced Technology creates an interlocking molecular structure by crosslinking emulsions and additives in select PPG coatings. By applying both small and large particles, and using advanced acrylic binders, Nanoguard Advanced Technology helps paint stick to surfaces and protects against stain resistance as stains and dirt cannot easily bind to the coating. This strong protective shield improves the durability of the paint to protect even against washing or scrubbing. This allows everyday dirt and stains to easily wipe away from surfaces without compromising the finish or quality of the paint. It is one of the most advanced paint technologies available today and provides excellent mould and mildew protection. Nanoguard Advanced Technology gives a cleaner and healthier home environment for longer.
BENEFITS
Strong protective shield that protects against washing and scrubbing
Stain and dirt resistant
Asthma and allergy friendly
Excellent mould and mildew protection
Walls, doors and trims will stay cleaner for longer
Protects beautifully painted surfaces, increases durability and enables dirt to be easily cleaned
Lipophobic Technology for Acrylics (LTA) + Technology protects the paint surface from hands, oil, grease and household cleaning agents. LTA+ make paint coatings durable and ideal for your doors, windows and trims where hands grab, push or brush against it. The crosslinking LTA+ technology creates a barrier which can withstand and protect against high traffic surface by resisting dirt and stains. In this way, dirt can be washed away without compromising the quality of the paint or damaging the finish.
BENEFITS
LTA+ Technology protects from sweat
Promotes a hygenic environment
Protects beautifully painted surfaces and enables dirt to be easily cleaned
Stops paint from softening from repeated touch from hands. This makes paint more durable and cleaner for longer.
VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) are indoor air pollutants commonly found in paints, adhesives, sealants and carpets. They are carbon-based organic chemicals which evaporate (off-gas) at room temperature. VOCs are a broad group and some people may be allergic or sensitised to some VOCs. PPG has established market-leading performance standards for the development of low VOC products. Using ranges with low VOC means that air pollutants in the coatings have been reduced to create a better interior space while painting. Low VOC contents assist architects, building owners and homebuilders in building green. With Taubmans, painting green does not mean sacrificing coating performance.
BENEFITS
Painting with Low and Very Low VOC products give less fumes, less indoor pollution and less harm to health and the environment
Low VOC means that the painted room can be entered and used sooner
Green Building Council Australia (GBCA) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to developing a sustainable property industry for Australia and encourages the adoption of green building practices. GBCA launched Green Star in 2003; Australia’s largest voluntary and truly holistic sustainability rating system for buildings, fitouts and communities. It aims to transform the built environment by reducing the impact of climate change, enhancing our health & quality of life, restoring and protecting our planet’s biodiversity and ecosystems, driving resilient outcomes for buildings, fitouts, and communities, contributing to market transformation and a sustainable economy. Taubmans has supported GBCA since 2006 because improving the quality of our built environment will play a crucial role in meeting global climate change targets.
BENEFITS
Lower operating costs and increase asset value
Use 66% less electricity than average Australian buildings
Use 51% less potable water than the average Australian building built to meet minimum industry requirements
Produce 55% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than average Australian buildings
Reduce risk and ‘future proof’ investments
Deliver a competitive edge in a crowded marketplace
Boost productivity due to better indoor environments
Ecological Solutions from PPG offers an advanced collection of architectural paint products that save energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, extend building life, and make buildings healthier and more comfortable. At PPG, we understand that sustainability is a driving design factor on building and design projects nationwide. We recognise that our paints play an important role in sustainable green building and we’re committed to making environmentally progressive products.
Each paint manufacturing plant has an active recycling process that includes the reuse of washwater from the production process, the rework of obsolete inventory and the recycling of raw material containers and packaging.
Through the Paintback program empty and dry pails are returned to company-owned stores, consolidated and sent to distribution centers for shredding and recycling. In addition to its environmental benefits, this reduces customer costs by eliminating the need to pay for emptypail disposal.
BENEFITS
By reducing air contaminants that are odorous, irritating and/or harmful, the comfort and well-being of installers and occupants are improved
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Extend building life
Make buildings healthier and more comfortable
DURACLEAN® Technology delivers a luxuriously silky smooth finish allowing outstanding stain resistance and washability. It has great resistance especially to oil based stains. This technology does not wash or wear off and lasts the life of the paint.
BENEFITS
Due to its washability feature, it is much easier to clean marks
Does not allow paint to absorb dirt and stains such as oil and grease, food and makeup stains, pencil marks
Paint is less likely to discolour due to stain resistance feature
The advanced bacteria protection technology ‘Bacteria Shield’ in the new Taubmans Endure and All Weather protects homes by helping to prevent the growth of mould, mildew and bacteria. Due to the reduction of mould growth, there is a lower risk of asthma, hay fever, or other allergies being triggered. Bacteria Shield™ technology ensures your bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen looks great and fresher for longer.
BENEFITS
Neutralises bacteria preventing them from spreading
Helps prevent the growth of common bacteria and germs
The built-in technology lasts the life of the paint, doesn’t wash or wear off, enabling a cleaner and safer home environment
Protects against mould, mildew, and fungus
For over 40 years, Microban® has redefined clean with protection that lives on by offering antimicrobial solutions in over 50 countries. Microban ® and Taubmans work together to deliver a range of decorative paints with built-in antimicrobial protection. Microban technology is engineered into the molecular structure of the paint, actively inhibiting bacteria, mould, and mildew growth on surfaces where the paint is applied. Antimicrobial technology penetrates the cell wall of the microbe and disrupts key cell functions so that the microbe cannot function, grow or reproduce therefore promoting durability. Microban® forms a protective coating that can molecularly bond with products upon application. Bacteria are attracted to the coating’s positive charge, and upon coming into contact with the treated surface, they quickly die. As a result, a cleaner and safer environment can be maintained.
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Complements normal cleaning practices Keeps painted surfaces
