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Dulux History

Dulux has been involved with the manufacture and marketing of paint and related systems in Australia since 1918 and is the largest manufacturer of quality paint products in Australia. Dulux Australia was a key player in the ICI Paints World Group, until in 1997 ICI PLC informed ICI Australia its intention to sell its concern in Australia. This decision lead ICI Australia to be renamed on February 2nd, 1998 as Orica Australia Limited.

Dulux Today

Dulux is an Orica business. Orica is an Australian company with operations around the globe. It manufactures and supplies industrial and specialty chemicals, agriculture chemicals and fertilisers, commercial explosives and mining chemicals, as well as consumer products. Dulux Australia is a part of the Orica Consumer Products business which consists of Dulux, Powder Coatings, Selleys, Yates and Woodcare products. Dulux is Australia's largest manufacturer of surface coatings including the Dulux, Berger, British Paints, Levene, Acratex, and Walpamur brands.

In offshore markets Orica Coatings supplies a range of paints and specialist coatings to suit the needs of overseas customers.

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Care After Painting

Care After Painting

Posted: 06 August 2009 by Dulux

Throughout the living areas and bedrooms of most homes, walls and ceilings are normally finished in ‘Flat’ or ‘Low Sheen’ Acrylic. Most water-based paints appear to dry out quickly after application, but in fact it takes around a full week under normal climatic conditions to cure and develop full washability

Tags: colours, maintenance, paint

Sound Solutions for the Environment

Sound Solutions for the Environment

Posted: 03 August 2009 by Dulux

Environmental sustainability is a core element of the Dulux business philosophy. To that end, we are committed to the ongoing research and development of innovative products that are more sensitive towards nature, whilst continuing to deliver high performance results.

Tags: environment, paint

Paint Preparation

Paint Preparation

Posted: 02 August 2009 by Dulux

It is essential that paint is applied to a clean surface. For the best result use Selleys Sugar Soap and a scrubbing brush to remove dirt and grease from walls, rinsing with water, and then allow to dry.

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Choosing Interior & Exterior Paints

Choosing Interior & Exterior Paints

Posted: 13 July 2009 by Dulux

Choose from Dulux Wash & Wear 101 Advanced Low Sheen Eco Choice or Dulux Once Interior. The Advanced formula for Dulux Wash & Wear 101 Advanced contains AquaSmart technology, which repels stains before they sink in.

Tags: colours, doors, fence, paint, walls, windows

Choosing Colour & Paint

Choosing Colour & Paint

Posted: 09 July 2009 by Dulux

Choosing the perfect colour is never easy but help is at hand. The best place to start is a Dulux colour brochure followed by picking a selection of colour chips from the Dulux Colour Wall.

Tags: colours, paint

A Solid, Sound Solution for Dealing With Waste Paint

A Solid, Sound Solution for Dealing With Waste Paint

Posted: 05 July 2009 by Dulux

Professional painters and industry specifiers regularly deal with the dilemma – what to do with left-over product?

Tags: environment, paint

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