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Our Commitment to a More Sustainable Future

Paint with purpose, built for people and the environment

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At Taubmans we're committed to creating products that protect and beautify buildings and homes, while reducing environmental impact. Our approach centres on responsible paint formulation and continuous innovation, with a focus on manufacturing practices that minimise environmental impact. Our products support healthier indoor environments and extended repaint cycles.

Taubmans parent company, PPG, also maintains a global focus on sustainability which informs and strengthens the work we do locally. You can learn more about PPG’s sustainability advantaged product goals here.

See below:

Low VOC Paint Formulations
Antimicrobial Technology
Advanced Protective Technologies
GreenTag Accreditation
Green Star and The Green Building Council
Sensitive Choice
Paintback



Low VOC Paint Formulations

Many Taubmans interior and exterior products feature low VOC levels to help reduce indoor air pollutants and create healthier spaces while painting. Ranges including Pure Performance, Endure, Water Based Enamel and Easycoat proudly display the Low VOC icon as part of our commitment to improved indoor air quality.

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Antimicrobial Technology – Bacteria Shield™

Select products are formulated with antimicrobial properties to inhibit mould and mildew growth. This technology supports improved surface hygiene and helps painted surfaces stay cleaner for longer. Reducing the risk of mould and mildew growth also contributes to healthier indoor air quality over a longer period and after exposure to various conditions like moisture and wear and tear.

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Advanced Protective Technologies

Taubmans uses innovations such as Nanoguard Advanced Technology and superior dirt shedding formulas to create durable coatings that resist staining, mould and dirt buildup, contributing to longer lasting finishes which require less cleaning. A particular benefit for high traffic, or high-rise commercial buildings to reduce the environmental impact or structural quality.

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GreenTag Accreditation

Taubmans Endure and Pure Performance range (including walls, ceiling, enamels and prep), 3 in 1 and Taubmans Water Based Enamel products are certified to the Global GreenTag International Standard.

GreenTag requires full ingredient disclosure and a lifecycle based assessment. Read more and download the documentation here.

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Green Star and the Green Building Council Australia

The Green Building Council Australia (GBCA) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to developing a sustainable property industry for Australia and encourages the adoption of green building practices with their Green Star accreditation model. Taubmans’ membership with GBCA represents our commitment to sustainability in the built environment and beyond.

Taubmans Pure Performance Interior Walls helps projects achieve Green Star certification by meeting the strict under 5 g/L VOC limit for interior wall coatings. This is well below the thresholds set by the Green Building Council of Australia for wall paints, which supports improved indoor air quality and contributes to healthier spaces.

Pure Performance is eligible for Indoor Environment Quality credits across key Green Star rating tools, including Office Interiors, Retail and Education.

Other Taubmans product types, such as water-based enamels and prep coatings, have different allowable VOC limits set by the GBCA and there are lower VOC options across these categories that can still help projects meet relevant product requirements.

Choosing Pure Performance and low VOC Taubmans products supports sustainability objectives without compromising on colour, coverage or durability.

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Sensitive Choice

Several Taubmans ranges are approved by Sensitive Choice, an initiative of the National Asthma Council Australia.

These products support better indoor air quality through low VOC formulations and antimicrobial properties that help reduce common asthma and allergy triggers such as mould and bacteria.

Approved ranges include Pure Performance, Water Based Enamel, Endure and Easycoat.

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Paintback


Taubmans are a founding member of Paintback, an organisation transforming how Australia manages unwanted paint and packaging.

Through Paintback, customers can return leftover paint for responsible disposal and recycling, helping to reduce landfill and support circular economy initiatives across Australia.

Find out more.

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