AkzoNobel launches wood coating with 20% biobased content

In the Netherlands, scientists at AkzoNobel have developed a new waterborne wood coating that features 20% biobased content without compromising on performance.

Launched by the company’s Sikkens Wood Coatings business, RUBBOL WF 3350 is a sprayable opaque coating,  “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,” says Tessa Slagter, Sustainable Innovation Manager at AkzoNobel.

Developed and manufactured at the company’s Malmö site in Sweden, RUBBOL WF 3350 is suitable for both interior and exterior use. It’s also backed by the Sikkens Wood Coatings Extralife warranty program.  The product’s biobased content has been verified by external C-14 testing using ASTM International’s standard methods.