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New Paints & Finishes for Summer 2019

Kelly Beamon

June 25, 2019

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For residential and commercial buildings, these coatings enhance durability.

February 2017 Product Briefs: New Wall Coverings and Surfacing Products

Water lilies, grocery stores, and computer games inspire the latest surfaces and wall coverings.

Julie Taraska

February 1, 2017

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New architectural products and interior finishes by NLXL, Architectural Systems, Formica, Hartman&Forbes, and Versa Wallcovering.

The Mysterious Art of Color Forecasting

A look at the unscientific process intended to help consumers and professionals predict what colors will be hot next year.

Rita Catinella Orrell

November 15, 2012

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While the formulation of high-performance paint is a technical process, the craft of forecasting that paint's color is an unscientific one, say color experts.

NOW ON DEMAND

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

This webinar illustrates how workplace questions are studied and answered, with a focus on the Armstrong World Industries (AWI) Living Lab, a dynamic pilot space at Armstrong’s campus in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

The webinar will be presented by MKA's Ron Klemencic, who conceived the ideas for these innovations and has employed them in projects around the country. Joining him will be representatives from Schuff Steel, Brett Manning, SE, Vice President of Engineering, and David P. Wright, Director of Preconstruction, who will present the perspective of the erector who has constructed buildings that feature these designs.