Materials Used to Make traditional Paint Cans:
Steel Cans - Steel has many advantages along with several disadvantages as well. Firstly with its durability, they are very hard wearing and will stay intact in different conditions. Plus it can be recycled.
However, steel cans can start to rust if it is not sealed properly or the lid can get covered up with dried paint which would make it difficult to close and open the can. There is also a risk of the paint becoming discoloured as the can starts to rust and fall in to the paint.
Will not be using steel for my design!!
Plastic Cans - Also has its advantage and disadvantages. Starting with the fact it does not rust or dent like steel. They are lighter than steel and most plastic are made of polyethylene, which can be recycled. It is also good for display as it is transparent making it easier for us too pick the right colour.
There is also a possibility of paint reacting with the plastic can that can lead to damage. However, plastic is not biodegradable meaning it is not possible for the earth to absorb it back into the soil.
Will not be using either of these material as they are not eco friendly and possibly damage the paint.
Questions to ask them:
What are your Paint Pots made from?
My aim is to find a renewable source or a recycled sources that could replace Steel and Plastic Cans for paint. Both of these material have their advantage hence why I like to find something just as good as steel and plastic.
New Eco Pak From Derivan
The video above demonstrates the benefits of the soft plastic recyclable package that
"Derivan is an Australian company and maker of the finest quality artist materials, including famous Matisse range of professional artist acrylic paints and paint products."
Their new Eco-Pak acts just like an wine cask container. The plastic package container has a flat base, its transparent and it come with a plastic screw cap and nozzle.
Their new Eco-Pak acts just like an wine cask container. The plastic package container has a flat base, its transparent and it come with a plastic screw cap and nozzle.
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