Leaders in Colour

Sikkens takes the lead when it comes to colour expertise. The Sikkens Foundation, a part of the Akzo Nobel Aesthetic Centre in Holland, conducts continuous research into developments in the world of colour. Through such work the revolutionary 4041 Colour Concept has been developed and recently launched in the UK, in addition to the development of specialist colour systems to meet the creative requirements of architects and designers.

Alpha - Setting Standards

Alpha the superior choice for architects and designers demanding innovative, expressive and durable interior wall finish solutions for inspiring interior settings.

Outstanding performance characteristics. low odour, excellent opacity, with resistance to burnishing, washing and scrubbing, together with long lasting colour retention, Completing the range, metallic, suede and textile effects are available for multi sensory finishes.

Rubbol - Astounding Performance

Able to withstand the harshest conditions, the Rubbol range of exterior and interior coatings is suitable for use on timber, metal and hard plastic. Rubbol systems are low maintenance, resulting in significant savings in labour costs while the outstanding preparatory and finishing systems add to their uniqueness, offering superb extensibility, adhesion and colour retention not matched by traditional paints.

Cetol - Inspiring with colour and performance

With architects rediscovering the appeal of natural materials, particularly wood, the Cetol woodcare systems have been further extended to provide an even greater choice of contemporary colour collections to compliment the natural beauty of timber. Whether you are looking for an 'instant' weathered look to your cladding or wish to retain that 'new' look or wish to introduce eye catching tones you'll be spoilt for choice with the Cetol 'Design'Colours an outstanding 132 colours.

The 4041 Colour Concept

Comprising a package of tools and services that enable users to select, present and file colours in a professional and unique way. It allows customising for personal requirements and is geared towards individual projects, whilst ensuring the specifier retains total control of colour selection.

Sikkens Technical Assistance - Here to help you

Sikkens Technical Consultants are based throughout Europe and are here to help you with technical advice, selecting the right system for your project.

Our Technical Consultants understand the environments in which you work and can produce specifications specific to your needs.

From the intial stages of selecting the right product for the location, to advice on substrate preparation, 'mood' board sample preparation, to liasion on site with the appointed contractor, Sikkens Technical Consultants are here to help you and your client gain the maximum performance from Sikkens.

Please do not hesitate to use our free services.

Alan Burns, our Technical Consultant for Scotland, has over 25 years industry knowledge, his range and depth of experience enables him to offer you support that is second to none, he welcomes the opportunity to assist you the architect.

Alan can be contacted by email at alan.burns@sis.akzonobel.com or by telephone on 07765 121 964.

Sikkens is a trading division of Akzo Nobel Decorative Coatings.