In today’s world, where environmental sustainability is paramount, the choice of high-quality paints can play a significant role in reducing our carbon footprint and promoting a greener future.
Fleetwood Paints has been at the forefront of producing sustainable paints that not only enhance the aesthetics of buildings all across Ireland and beyond, but also contribute to a more sustainable environment. From lowering our carbon footprint through sustainable packaging and manufacturing techniques to actively developing paints that improve indoor air quality, our sustainability policies are at the heart of everything we do.
One of the primary sustainability advantages of Fleetwood Paints is its low carbon footprint. As a company based in Virginia, Co. Cavan, Ireland, Fleetwood Paints reduces the environmental impact associated with transportation by keeping things ‘local’.
We source and manufacture paints at our local plants, with an efficient distribution network that minimises the distance products need to travel to reach their destination. This significantly reduces carbon emissions during transportation, as well as cutting the number of vehicles on the road by using a state-of-the-art logistics system that maximises efficiency.
This localized approach is aligned with the principles of sustainable development and contributes to the overall environmental health of the region.
Fleetwood Paints takes pride in producing high-build and durable paints such as Fleetwood’s best-selling Pro-Clean Scrubbable Matt and Fleetwood Air + Eco Spec Washable Matt. These paints have a longer lifespan and require less frequent maintenance compared to traditional paints.
This means that buildings painted with Fleetwood Paints enjoy extended periods between repainting, reducing the consumption of paint and minimizing waste generation. Ultimately, this leads to a more sustainable and resource-efficient approach to building maintenance.
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) present in paints can have adverse effects on indoor air quality and human health. Fleetwood Paints recognizes this concern and offers highly engineered water-based formulas for our paints instead of old-fashioned oil-based formulas.
These formulations have significantly lower VOC content, making them environmentally friendly and safe to use in residential, commercial, and public spaces. By choosing Fleetwood Paints, consumers can contribute to healthier indoor environments while minimizing their ecological impact. Fast-drying and low-odour formulas make them more pleasant to use and live with too, improving the quality of life for end-users.
It’s not just about what goes into our tins at Fleetwood Paints. We also prioritise sustainable packaging solutions across all of our product ranges. Our paints are packaged in metal containers that can be infinitely recycled and reused. By promoting the reuse of packaging, Fleetwood Paints reduces waste generation and minimizes the consumption of new resources.
This commitment to sustainable packaging aligns with the company’s dedication to reducing our environmental footprint throughout the entire product lifecycle.