AkzoNobel Introduces Waterborne Wood Coating with 20% Bio-Based Content
A Leap Forward in Sustainable Coatings
AkzoNobel has unveiled a new waterborne wood coating, RUBBOL WF 3350, which incorporates 20% bio-based content, contributing to the growing demand for sustainable solutions in the coatings industry. The development of this innovative product is aimed at increasing the use of renewable raw materials while maintaining the highest standards of performance and quality.
RUBBOL WF 3350: A Sustainable and High-Performance Solution
Launched by AkzoNobel’s Sikkens Wood Coatings business, RUBBOL WF 3350 is a sprayable opaque coating designed for both interior and exterior applications. The product showcases AkzoNobel’s commitment to sustainability, offering a solution that combines superior performance with environmental responsibility. This new coating ensures durability, ease of application, and excellent finish, meeting the needs of customers who seek eco-friendly yet high-performance products.
Tessa Slagter, Sustainable Innovation Manager at AkzoNobel, shared, “By utilizing bio-based raw materials, we’re not only helping to reduce our environmental impact, but also paving the way for a more circular economy in the wood coatings industry, while supporting our customers on their own sustainability journey.”
Performance Meets Sustainability: The Bio-Based Advantage
Jim Kavanagh, Director of AkzoNobel’s Industrial Coatings business, emphasized that RUBBOL WF 3350 does not compromise on performance despite incorporating bio-based content. He added, “We’ve successfully developed a product containing bio-based materials that matches the high performance standards of equivalent coatings, ensuring that beauty and value endure, even in the harshest weather conditions. It represents a step forward in coatings technology and showcases our leading-edge R&D capability while aligning with the company’s commitment to sustainable innovation.”
This breakthrough in coating technology underscores AkzoNobel’s dedication to advancing sustainability without sacrificing the quality or longevity that customers expect from its products.
Manufactured in Sweden for Global Use
Developed and manufactured at AkzoNobel’s Malmö site in Sweden, RUBBOL WF 3350 is versatile, suitable for a wide range of applications, both for interior and exterior use. It is also supported by the Sikkens Wood Coatings Extralife warranty program, offering end-users additional peace of mind regarding its long-lasting performance. This further supports the growing trend of using wood in modern building design, an essential material known for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal.
Verified Bio-Based Content
One of the key aspects of RUBBOL WF 3350 is its 20% bio-based content. This has been verified through external C-14 testing, using ASTM International’s standard methods (ASTM D6866, Method B). The bio-based content is derived from renewable plant materials, making the coating more environmentally friendly without compromising on its performance characteristics.
Expanding Bio-Based Innovations Across AkzoNobel’s Portfolio
AkzoNobel’s commitment to incorporating bio-based materials extends beyond wood coatings. The company has been working on integrating renewable content into various parts of its product portfolio. For instance, AkzoNobel supplies bio-based paint for KIA Motors’ EV9 electric SUV, ensuring a more sustainable approach to automotive coatings. Additionally, the company has launched the Angel edition of the Dulux Anndru series in China, a revolutionary wall paint composed of 48% bio-based ingredients that also helps improve indoor air quality.
Conclusion: A Step Toward a Sustainable Future
With the launch of RUBBOL WF 3350, AkzoNobel is taking significant steps to drive sustainability in the coatings industry. The new waterborne wood coating combines 20% bio-based content with performance-driven features, ensuring a product that meets the highest standards while reducing environmental impact. As part of AkzoNobel’s ongoing commitment to innovation, this product supports both the company’s sustainability goals and those of its customers, offering a durable and eco-friendly solution for the building and construction industry.
About AkzoNobel
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing more sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
