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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Lead Dust Detected in Duke University Building


Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining a Paint Project’s Lifespan

News & Views
Spray Paint Cans Recalled Due to Injury Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choosing the Right Coating for Parking Garages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Protecting Parking Garages with Sealers and Coatings

News & Views
Green Seal-Certified Paints Now Qualify Toward LEED Credits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Facilities Should Use Green Seal Certified Paints

News & Views
High Lead Levels Found in Chicago Elementary School Classrooms

Building Operating Management
Basic Paint Components and Their Role in Quality, Performance

News & Views
Desks Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Extend Roof Coatings to Save Money

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint That Lasts Through Thick and Thin

Building Operating Management
Healthier Paints Mean Healthier Interiors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing to Repaint: Steps to Take for a Successful Project

News & Views
Painting for Savings: Coating Offers Cooling Properties

News & Views
Super Cool Paint Keeps Surfaces Below Ambient Temperature

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Applications for Long-Term Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tactics for Successful Surface Prep and Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: The Bottom Line on Surface Preparation

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Paints and Coatings: Contractor Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Surface Preparation Dictates Success of Paints and Coatings Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Finishes Contribute to Performance, Appearance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning Paints and Coatings Applications That Deliver Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Primer Pointers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Substrates for Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Surface Issues: Matching Paints and Substrates

News
Spray-on Finish “Green” Alternative to Paint and Stucco

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Paints and Coatings For Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings That Address Environmental Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Advances in Paints and Coatings Have Long-Term Benefits

Building Operating Management
How to Know When It's Time to Go Premium with Paint

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Choosing a High Quality Paint

Building Operating Management
How to Understand the Real Cost of Paint

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Matching Concrete Coatings to Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Coatings: Effective Application for Long-Term Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Looking for Concrete Trouble Spots

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects That Perform

News & Views
Dreaming Up Colors with Brainwave Scans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Matching Equipment with Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Properly Apply Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying the Proper Paints and Coatings

News & Views
Paint Overspray Mars Buildings, Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Tackling Tricky Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Successful Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding New-Generation Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Painting Projects Work

Building Operating Management
New Paint Products Reduce, Eliminate VOCs

Building Operating Management
Technology Improvements Lead To Better Paints

Building Operating Management
Developments in Paint Technology Lead to Better Scruff Resistance, Heat Reflectance

News & Views
Future Architectural Coatings Might Shimmer Like Butterfly Wings

News & Views
VOCs Lead To Air Pollution Study Says

News
New ASTM International Standard Helps Monitor Building Sealants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Benefits Beyond Appearance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Scheduling Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Contractor Considerations

News & Views
University Students and Staff Exposed to Lead Paint

Building Operating Management
Slip-Resistant Coatings: Basics for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Selecting Corrosion-resistant and Anti-graffiti Coatings

Building Operating Management
Two Types of Reflective Coatings Address Different Needs

Building Operating Management
Dry-erase Coatings and Chalkboard Coatings: Lessons for FMs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Maintenance: Sidewalks and Drive Aprons

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Maintenance: Parking Garages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Maintenance: Building Envelopes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: Concrete Maintenance Matters

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ASTM: Guide Predicts Performance and Lifespan of Building Sealants

Building Operating Management
Successful Painting Projects Require Plenty of Front-End Planning

Building Operating Management
Potential Business Downtime, Staffing Needs Critical Considerations for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning Painting Projects That Perform

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facilities Dictate Planning for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparation Key for Successful Paint Applicaitons

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Technology Improvements Require More Project Planning

News
Sherwin-Williams is First Paint Manufacturer Certified in UL’s New Product Lens Program

News
NARB Recommends Rust-Oleum Discontinue Use of 2X Ultra Cover Product Name

News
Sherwin-Williams Selects ‘Poised Taupe’ as 2017 Color of the Year

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Primary Factors in Successful Paints and Coatings Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Coverage Depends on Nature of Substrate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Condition and Preparation of Substrate Enhances Paint or Coating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Test Paint or Coating to Ensure Finished Job Features Proper Look

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: Before and After Paints and Coatings Considerations

News & Views
Do Antibacterial Building Materials Pose a Health Risk?

News & Views
Color Palette Trends Turning Rich and Global

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Take Clean, Kill, Coat Approach to Mold and Mildew

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trends and Tactics for Successful Paints and Coatings Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Urethane- and Epoxy-Based Products are Effective Concrete Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Differences Between Antimicrobial and Antibacterial Coatings

Building Operating Management
EPDs and HPDs Can Help Facility Managers Choose Paints

Building Operating Management
Use Both EDPs/HPDs and Green Product Certifications When Choosing Paint

Building Operating Management
Using 'Red List' of Chemicals Wisely When Selecting Paints

News & Views
Avoid Paint Hazards in Fire/Life Safety Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Project Cost Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Interior Painting Project Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Exterior Painting Project Considerations

Building Operating Management
How Type of Paint and Paint Quality Affect Performance

Building Operating Management
Consider Application Needs, Environmental Conditions In Selecting Paint

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Coatings Considerations For Concrete Surfaces

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sorting Through the Various Types of Concrete Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoiding Common Problems With Sealers and Coatings for Concrete Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Contractors: A Recipe For Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Potential Problems When Finding a Painting Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Misconceptions Abound About Painting Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints Applications: Recipe for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Considerations for Painting Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Completing the Painting Project Puzzle

Building Operating Management
Innovative Products: Paints/Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Problems and How To Avoid Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VOCs Among Concerns When Specifying Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Factors to Consider Before Starting a Paints and Coatings Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recycling Best Disposal Method for Paints and Coatings

Building Operating Management
Office Building Renovations Aim To Reposition “Stale” Properties

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects With Sustainability in Mind

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Painting Projects Mistakes and Oversights

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Improves Quality of Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors Provide Valuable Resource to Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing a Plan for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Focus on Life-Cycle Costs for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing a Plan for Paints and Coating Projects

Building Operating Management
What Facility Managers Need To Know Before Beginning Painting Projects

Building Operating Management
Potential VOC Levels Are Important Consideration In Paints Selection

Building Operating Management
Use Creativity, Caution To Select Interior Office Paint Colors

Building Operating Management
Use Bright Colors For Collaboration, Be Careful With Multiple Colors When Selecting Paints

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beyond First Cost: Smart Specification of Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Standards for Paints and Coatings Perform Important Roles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Savvy Specification Results in Higher ROI

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Contractors as Partners: A Little Help From Friends

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Paint Applications Require More Than Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on Efficient Painting Jobs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing the Air on VOC, Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Specifications Changes Offer Challenge to Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choice of Paints and Coatings Key for Successful Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Environmentally Friendly Paints and Coatings Prompt Managers to Rethink Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Building Codes Make Certification a Rigorous Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fine-Tuning the Green Certification Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Environmental Conditions Can Create Havoc

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Preventing Roof Coating Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Be Aware of Specification, Application Errors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Spotlight RCMA

News & Views
Select paint contractor carefully

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors as Project Partners

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors: Problem-Solving Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight: Painting and Decorating Contractors of America

Building Operating Management
Paint Innovations Offer Facility Managers Green Benefits, Performance

Building Operating Management
Check Paint's Certifications to Avoid Greenwash

Building Operating Management
New Standards, Research, Promise Continuing Improvement in Paints

News & Views
Successful Paint Applications

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Paints for Performance and Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing Paint and Coating Policies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Important Painting Project Considerations

News & Views
How to Choose the Right Paint

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Sustainable Paints Means Determining Life-Cycle Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Quality, Long-Term Performance Essential for Sustainable Paints

Building Operating Management
Tips for Picking the Right Paint

Building Operating Management
More Tips for Picking the Right Paint: Sheen, Durability and Surface Preparation

Building Operating Management
Showcase: Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How One School District Successfully Plans Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints & Coatings: Low-VOC Formulations Meet EPA Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evening Painting, VOC-Free Products Reduce Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Crews Perform Repairs to Drywall, Covering

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Paints and Coatings: Match Substrate and Surface

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: How to Match Formulation with Substrate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Understanding Labels and Material Safety Data Sheets

News & Views
Green Paints in Schools and Health Care

News & Views
Performance of Green Paints

News & Views
Maintaining Exterior Painted Wood

Building Operating Management
Standards for Performance Help FMs Choose the Right Paint

Building Operating Management
Green Paint Standards Protect IAQ and Occupants

Building Operating Management
Paint Certifications Balance Green and Performance Benefits

Building Operating Management
Paints Product Showcase

News & Views
Green Paint Certifications

News & Views
Finding an Exterior Painting Contractor

Building Operating Management
Exterior Wood Elements Of A Building Can Be Better Maintained With Regular Painting

News & Views
Paint Quality and Performance

News & Views
Green Paints Becoming More Durable

News & Views
Choosing Paint Colors for Classrooms

News & Views
Choosing Interior Paint Colors

News & Views
Using Color to Brand the Interior of Your Organization

News & Views
Assessing the Performance of Green Paints

News & Views
Look for Green Paint Certifications

News & Views
Save Trendy Colors for the Paint on the Walls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Consider Performance, Environment When Specifying Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: Third-Party Organizations Develop Standards, Certification Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Master Painters Institute Develops Application Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: The Impact of VOCs on Performance

News & Views
Paints and Coatings: Scheduling Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Application Checklist

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Tools Include Brushes, Rollers, Spray Guns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How To Schedule Successful Paints and Coatings Projects

Building Operating Management
Six Interior Design Changes

News & Views
Color in Classrooms

News & Views
It Pays to Buy Neutrals

Building Operating Management
The Color Wheel Explained

Building Operating Management
Color and Organizational Branding

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identifying Common Hazardous Wastes

Building Operating Management
Tips to Smooth Interior Paint Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Determining the Environmental Impact

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VOCs Can Affect Paint Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Washability, Durability Play Key Role

News & Views
The Importance of Color in Interior Design

News & Views
Determining Paint Quality

News & Views
Keeping Up-to-date on Painting Maintenance

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Green Seal Launches New GS-11 Paint Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Hazardous Materials Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving the Indoor Environment

News & Views
Branding a Facility with Color

News & Views
Determining Paint Quality

News & Views
To Get the Most Out of Green Paint, Know Where to Use It

Building Operating Management
Beyond VOCs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Facilities 'Green'

Building Operating Management
Paints Set a New Green Standard

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EPA Proposes Expansion of Lead-Paint Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects That Perform

Building Operating Management
Painting the Best Picture

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A New Era for Paints and Coatings

Building Operating Management
Paints
veiw related paint products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Traditional Issues, New Approaches

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting by Numbers

Building Operating Management
Paints: Both Sides Now

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning, Preparing for Painting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Spotlight: HazMat Management

Building Operating Management
Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Primer on Painting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mold & the Coatings Connection

Building Operating Management
Brushing Up: A Primer on Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Projects That Deliver

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Projects That Deliver

Building Operating Management
Low-VOC Paints Are More Than Just ‘Green’

Facility Maintenance Decisions
‘Green’ Paints Come of Age

Building Operating Management
Paint: Fresh Look At the Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Today’s Painting Arsenal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Closer Look at Paint-Spray Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects That Last

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting for Productivity