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Tikkurila's paints in the Snow Arena in Lithuania 17.02.2012
The steel structures of the winter entertainment complex Snow Arena in Druskininkai, Lithuania were painted with more than 50,000 litres of Tikkurila's coatings. Surface treatment was made with Temacoat RM 40 epoxy paint as a single coat system. Dry film thickness was 200 µm.
Vantaa Design Window: a showcase for everyday design 17.02.2012
This year World Design Capital is Helsinki together with surrounding towns of Kauniainen, Espoo, Vantaa and Lahti. In Vantaa, the theme for the year is everyday design. The city’s exhibition room for World Design Capital Helsinki 2012, the Vantaa Design Window, will showcase projects in Vantaa during the design capital year, as well as developments in everyday lives and living environments made possible by design.
Temasolid SC – polyurea-based single-coat paints 16.02.2012
Temasolid SC products are now available in two gloss levels: 60 and 80. These products are particularly suitable for surfaces exposed to stress due to climate conditions and wear and tear, such as construction, excavation and agricultural machinery and other machines and equipment. Due to extremely high solids content, the products can be used cost-efficiently as single-coat paints without a separate primer.
Tikkurila celebrates its 150 years journey in 2012 14.02.2012
For 150 years already, Tikkurila has offered beauty and protection. A small oil press has grown into one of the leading paint companies in the Nordic area as well as in Russia and other selected Eastern European countries. – Tikkurila inspires you to color your life.
A competitive edge with colours 25.10.2011
Colours generate a positive sense of the quality of a product. People often go for the one that pleases the eye when choosing between products with the same technical properties. Despite this, industrial production does not yet fully exploit the opportunities provided by shapes and colours for improving products’ competitiveness.
Tikkurila’s water-borne paints used for living quarters module on Caspian Sea offshore platform 19.10.2011
It was the company's impressive track record in supplying water-borne systems in demanding environments that led to Tikkurila AB winning the contract with Apply Emtunga AB to provide a paint solution for a living quarters module on an offshore platform in the Caspian Sea.
Fontemal – heat-resistant paint 18.10.2011
Fontemal contains a silicone-based binding agent, which enables the product to withstand temperatures of up to 500 ºC. The paint is suitable for steel and aluminium surfaces, and for coating cast-iron fireplace doors and sauna stoves in particular. Other applications include ovens, steel flue pipes, and vehicle exhaust pipes.
Merit Rubin 25 furniture lacquer 30.09.2011
A range of lacquers is available, for various uses within the furniture and fixture industry. Lacquers are chosen based on ease of use and time taken to dry. Merit Rubin 25, a two-component, catalysed multi-purpose lacquer is designed to meet the challenges of the wood industry.
M1-emission classification 30.09.2011
Finnish labelling system for indoor building materials, such as industrial water-borne products for wooden surfaces
Habitare 2011 Finland radiant with colours, shapes and materials 27.09.2011
Autumn’s most interesting furniture, design and interior decoration event is being held on 14–18 September at the Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre.
Colour Card for Semi-transparent Wood Finishes 23.06.2011
Tikkurila’s Semi-transparent Wood Finishes Colour Card is now electronically available on our website. While the shades visible on the computer’s display cannot replace genuine colour samples, they are as close as possible to our original colour samples painted on a pine surface.
Pinjalac HB TCX lacquer systems for exterior windows and doors 23.06.2011
Modern exterior lacquer systems are nowadays mostly water- borne. Systems are based on an impregnation agent, medium and top lacquer combinations, and each product has a specific role in the overall system.
VOC directives applicable to the paint and coatings industry 17.06.2011
In recent years, emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have been discussed extensively. As the issues have not lost any of their weightiness, it is perhaps time to examine briefly the requirements laid down for coating installations in EU directives.
Faster curing with Temadur SC-F 80 14.06.2011
Many customers have already found the benefits of the new fast curing Temadur SC-F 80. The popularity of this product is based on its versatile technical properties, as it can be used either a single-coat finish for agricultural and earth moving machinery and other equipment, or as a topcoat in epoxy/polyurethane paint systems for surfaces exposed to weathering and chemical stress in storage tank exteriors, steel framework and other steel structures.
Changes in the Safety Data Sheets 09.06.2011
The European Union has adopted a new regulation concerning Safety Data Sheets ((EU) No 453/2010), which brings changes to the format of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) of our products.
Tintable spray cans for easy repair painting are available at Temaspeed distributors 18.03.2011
Tikkurila's Temaspray and Fontespray aerosol paints are easy to use for painting of small objects and repairing surfaces that might have been damaged during transportation, installation and usage. Small painting defects are also easy to cover discretely.
Warsaw Central Railway Station gets a facelift with Tikkurila products 17.03.2011
Many tourists and football fans will visit Poland to watch the European Football Championship games in 2012, and many of them will travel by train. For ensuring a nice welcome for travellers, the renovation of the Central Railway Station in Warsaw was started in September 2010. According to the schedule, the main hall will be ready by May 2011, the new façade by October and the platforms totally renovated by December.
20 years of design projects by Tikkurila and sculptor Antero Toikka 22.02.2011
Early in the year 2011, the results of many years of design cooperation between Tikkurila and the sculptor Antero Toikka were displayed at Galleria Sculptor in Helsinki. In many of the works seen at the exhibition, titled Day and Night, the artist used steel treated with Tikkurila industrial coatings. Tikkurila experts supported him in the selection of products and surface treatment solutions.
Sustainable landscape art using Tikkurila products 24.01.2011
The city of Kemi, Finland, brightens its image with art in the public space, visible also to those speeding past the city on the motorway. Tikkurila was involved in an exciting design project to liven up the motorway bridge with a light gate.
Sustainable solutions by painting 17.01.2011
Environmentally compliant products are attracting increasing interest among consumers and industry. In Tikkurila’s paint production, sustainable solutions include reducing the amount of solvents, developing water-borne products and lengthening maintenance intervals.
Changes according to Biocidal Product Directive 17.12.2010
The Biocidal Directive of European Union will be affecting Tikkurila’s product range from the beginning of 2011.
Merit Blond - fast drying and non-yellowing lacquers for wood 16.12.2010
Tikkurila have high quality non-yellowing and fast drying acid catalysed lacquers. These two component products are suitable for wooden surfaces such as furniture, kitchen cabinets and doors. Drying to sand time is only 20 to 30 minutes in 50°C temperature. In 70°C temperature, drying to sand time is only 15 to 20 minutes.
New water-borne, fast drying products for wooden surfaces 16.12.2010
Tikkurila’s new water-borne products, Akvi Top 30 FD and Akvi Primer MDF, are user-friendly and more environmentally compliant. They are ideal for the surface treatment of doors, panels and mouldings, and other wooden surfaces and boards.
Tikkurila added colour to Finnish pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo 25.11.2010
Tikkurila provided surface treatment materials for Finland´s pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo 2010. The Shanghai World Expo ran from 1 May to 31 October 2010. Finland pavilion Kirnu is an architectural masterpiece designed by Helsinki based JKMM Architects, head architect being Teemu Kurkela. The pavilion is inspired by nature and called Kirnu in Finnish, Giant´s Kettle in English. Kirnu attracted 5,7 million visitors during the six months of World EXPO, which is some 8% of the total amount of 72 million visitors to 192 pavilions.
Tikkurila paints create a refined atmosphere on board a luxury cruise ship 23.11.2010
Building of the hull of the luxury cruise ship Celebrity Eclipse, ordered by cruise line Celebrity Cruises, was begun early 2009 at the shipyard of Meyer Werft GmbH in Papenburg, Germany. The vessel was handed over to its owner in July 2010. The interior decoration work of the ship’s main dining room was carried out by the Finnish Merima, using Tikkurila’s MED-approved paint products.
Tikkurila's products to protect the Swedbank Arena 12.11.2010
Sweden’s new national stadium, the Swedbank Arena, currently under construction in Stockholm, is the latest achievement in Tikkurila's and Rautaruukki’s twenty year co-operation. The steel structures and roofing elements, supplied by Ruukki, will be painted with Tikkurila products, which are proved to have excellent resistance to challenging weather conditions and heavy wear and tear.
Cost-effective and Energy-smart Coating 06.09.2010
Painting is an important part of the manufacturing process of steel structures and equipment. The effects of paint coating on product look, quality and cost of surface treatment are well known. Less attention has been paid to the environmental, energy and lead-time effects of the selected painting system.
Technical documents on our web site 16.06.2010
As part of Tikkurila’s service concept, technical documentation is intended to serve our customers in an effective and user-friendly manner.
Temafloor 4000 ESD – A Conductive Floor Coating System 16.06.2010
More extensive than ever before, our floor coating selection now includes a conductive floor coating system comprising Temafloor 310 ESD epoxy primer and solvent-free Temafloor 4000 ESD epoxy screed. Together, these products form a floor coating that conducts or removes static electricity.
New products to the RAL EFFECT Collection 08.06.2010
In the manufacture of industrial products, the significance of colour design and colour marketing has been increasing for some time. In addition to brand-specific colours, customers seek highly visible, individual and distinctive products.
Tikkurila's systems approved according NORSOK standards 26.03.2010
Painting systems ensuring long-lasting protection for construction in most demanded off-shore atmospheric.
Temasolid – a cost-effective and environmentally friendly choice
Environmentally friendly and polyurea-based Temasolid SC 60 and Temasolid SC-F 80 represent the latest paint technology and Tikkurila’s many years of experience. Furthermore, Temasolid products, fulfill demanding customer’s requirements; cost-efficiency, low VOC emissions and excellent anticorrosion properties.
Water-based Fonte range of products for structures requiring extremely high durability
The NORSOK M-501 standards, developed by the Norwegian oil industry, set requirements for pretreatment, painting methods and protective coatings for structures which must withstand highly demanding conditions. These standards’ testing methods are therefore the most demanding on the market.
TEMALAC SC-F high-solids alkyd topcoat – cost-efficient surface finishing solution 03.11.2009
Temalac SC-F, an anti-corrosive, is designed as an alkyd-based single coat.
Metallic shine available for floor surfaces 23.10.2009
New attractive shades with a metallic shine are widely used for painting industrial applications.
Enran achieves good results with Tikkurila polyurethane products 28.08.2009
ZAO Enran is a diversified Ukrainian company that manufactures windows and furniture. Its business interests also include construction, investment, communications, transportation and trade. Enran has been active in the Ukrainian market for over 15 years.
Patina stains give an old and worn look 26.08.2009
Many different finishes are available for changing and creating the final look of furniture. Stains have been used on wood surfaces for years because they give wood a sophisticated colour while leaving the grain visible.
Novipur products for demanding applications 26.08.2009
New polyurethane-based Novipur paints and lacquers have been developed for wood surfaces that require presentability as well as excellent durability. Novipur products are ideal for use on furniture at home, in hotels, offices, kitchens, bathrooms and public areas.
Pearly colours give fantastic finishes 26.08.2009
Do you want a surface that glows? Tikkurila Pearl glazes and paints give you fantastic effects on both wood and metal surfaces.
Standing out from the crowd - The maritime centre Vellamo 24.08.2009
The Maritime Centre Vellamo in Kotka, Finland, is a breathtaking architectural accomplishment and a unique building that houses the Maritime Museum of Finland, the Kymenlaakso Museum, and the Maritime Centre Vellamo.
Tikkurila products chosen by Talvivaara mine 24.08.2009
Opened in October 2008, the Talvivaara mine is one of Europe’s largest sulphide nickel deposits. The mine also intends to produce copper, zinc and cobalt.
Polish parking garages last longer and look better than ever 21.08.2009
The importance of coating concrete floors in parking garages has long been a talking point in Poland, as coated concrete flooring provides good protection against chemical and mechanical stress.
The renewed Temacoat SPA product family reduces painting costs and solvent emissions 17.08.2009
Temacoat SPA Primer is designed as a primer or an intermediate coat for steel structures and equipment. It has a high solid content, which means lower solvent emissions compared to traditional epoxy paints. In addition, this higher solid content improves cost efficiency.
Innovative solutions for the surface treatment of facade structures 05.08.2009
The product development of paints is progressing by leaps and bounds on various fronts. Nano particles are being used to improve wear resistance, while additives and binders are being employed in the creation of functional coatings. Paint coatings can also be used to impact on energy consumption. Even self-mending paint coatings have been developed under laboratory conditions.
Wood finishes product range will be renewed as of 1 April 2009 17.04.2009
We started a renewal project in autumn 2008 to build a product range offering higher quality and greater added value to our customers.
Temafloor PU - a new polyurethane coating for floors 22.05.2007
Temafloor PU is a new, solvent-free two-component polyurethane coating intended for floors that are exposed to mechanical and chemical stress in industrial and storage facilities where a more flexible and impact-resistant coating than epoxy is required.
Tikkurila launches new UVITEC® 2D method for plane objects 14.04.2008
Tikkurila, which is responsible for Kemira's paints and coatings business, has developed in cooperation with Phoseon Technology a new ultraviolet light (UV) curing coating method UVITEC® 2D for two-dimensional objects such as parquet boards, doors and other furniture components made of wood or wood-based materials.
A new way with water-borne UV curing 22.05.2007
Tikkurila Coatings has, together with its technological partners Finnish Sasmetor and German BASF AG, developed an economical coating method UVITEC® which is based on water-borne UV curing products and a new UV curing device.
Pinja for wood surfaces 07.02.2007
Wood can be used in variety of applications and it offers excellent workability both indoors and out.
