b'welcomeLeft wall painted in Resene Alamo with Resene FX Paint Effects Medium mixed with Resene Half Sour Dough applied on top, windowsillWhen we flip through the glossy pages of a magazine andWatching paint dry might be the definition of boring for most people, but in Resene Half Sour Dough and faux terracotta tiled floor in Reseneare bowled over by full page spreads of gorgeous projectsafter 46 years, its still the thing I most look forward to when designing a new Pendragon with grout lines in Resene Half Sour Dough. Vase fromthat appear to be the pinnacle of perfection, were oftenproduct at Resene.Ligne Roset. Project by Amber Armitage, image by Wendy Fenwick. not getting the whole story. In our imperfect world, theresResenesofferingsarediverse;wedontjustmakeresidentialand Resene Half Resene Resene no such thing as a perfect project. No matter how manycommercial paints but a wide range of automotive, marine, industrial and Sour Dough Alamo Pendragon years we have under our belts, there are always unique andconstruction products intended for many different surfaces and purposes, unexpected hitches and hurdles that trip us up along thetoo. As a paint chemist, if I need a break from formulating new interior way, and things seldom turn out exactly as planned. Whiletimber stains and wash-resistant wall paints, I can work on paint for carbon taking in the beauty of a stunning portfolio piece is generallyfibre race yachts, deep-penetrating exterior wood stains, heat-reflective inspiring, understanding the challenges that were overcomerocket coatings, stain- and wear-resistant kitchen coatings, swimming pool during its creation can be where the real value liesandpaints. the opportunities to switch gears are practically endless, as there is its imperative for furthering what our industry is capable of. always something new being developed at Resene.At BlackWhite, we are all about celebrating achievementsFor paint scientists, Resenes commitment to collaborative innovationcertainly in design and the use of Resene paints, stainsisalwaysexciting.Ourteamofkeenproblemsolversliterallymake and wallpapers, but also in problem solving, innovationthousands of paint products with a development process that allows ideas and adaptability in the face of obstacles. I have enormousto become products in the minimum amount of time. This attracts the latest appreciationandrespectforthosewhohavebeentechnologies from around the world as well as those wanting to work at the transparentaboutboththeupsanddownsoftheircutting edge of paint design.journeys over the years, for you are playing an activeUnderpinning our innovation process is the commitment to making safe role in helping others who may one day encounter similarproducts. We are constantly checking global sources to identify harmful stumbling blocks. You have done the hard yards, and youringredients as we continue moving towards a more naturally produced array willingness to share your lessons learnt means we can allof paint ingredients. When a new material is promoted to Resene, the first take a smarter approach to our work and what we are ablestage gate is health and safety. And instead of relying solely on our own to create for our clients. setofstandards,wepartnerwithuniversities,governmentandNGOs, Of course, it also helps Resene to know about theenvironmental auditors, institutes and industry associations, as well as include snags you run into, because if there is a paint or coatings- the steady flow of feedback from you, our customers, at every opportunity.based solution to be uncovered, you can be sure that theThe challenge of keeping up with the latest technologies while reducing staff will be unwavering in their search for iteven if thatstress levels on people and the planet is an exciting challenge that none means developing a brand new product. And with eachof us can ignore. Its a challenge that Im glad that Resene has embraced new Resene product comes clever and innovative ideaswholeheartedly, and something that Im proud to be a part of.for how to use it, and even more extraordinary stories forThe future looks bright!us to share. Enjoy,Happy reading,Laura Lynn Johnston Greg PercivalEditor Senior Chemist, Resene Research & DevelopmentIf you have a project finished in Resene paints, wood stains or coatings, whether it is strikingly colourful, beautifully tonal, a haven of natural stained and clear finishes,Resene wonderfully unique or anything in between, wed love the opportunity to showcase it. Submit your projects at www.resene.com/submit-project or email editor@blackwhitemag.com. Bone Youre welcome to share as many projects as you would like, whenever it suits. We look forward to seeing what youve been busy creating.blackwhitemag.com 1'