Making paint is just like cooking
Did you know that making paint is very similar to cooking? Our technical consultant Richard Vermeulen and his colleague Thomas gave a course named "How do you make paint" to students of the Heritage Painting programme.
The educational institute Erfgoedopleidingen.nl organised a new, in-depth study programme for experienced painters that want to become competent in the restoration painter's profession. The goal of this programme is to train people in the craft of painting Monumental heritage. Rigo Verffabriek was asked to share its expertise with regard to linseed oil paint. The theme of the course day was: how do you make paint? And that is something we love to do!
Making paint is just like cooking. Using a recipe for delicious mayonnaise, Richard and Thomas explained how linseed oil emulsion paints, like our TOPLIN Aqua products, are made. During the course, the participants could make their own paint using a "Rigonaise" recipe. After all, making mayonnaise isn't different at all from making an emulsion. The students made "TOPLIN Aqua" in groups of 3. They made their own paste, then combined this with an emulsion they made. Finally, they added thickener and a defoaming agent. Bob's your uncle. It's relatively easy, though timing is essential when adding the ingredients.
When it comes to restoring monumental heritage, being familiar with the products you use is essential. The Historical Paintwork Directive stipulates that the selected products should be as similar to the original materials as possible.