Paint The Bacteria Away | More Than Just Paint

Kill 99.9% of Bacteria on Surfaces.

With the rise of health-associated infections and illnesses like MRSA, Staph, E.Coli, and Zika, many families are searching for prevention measures to protect their loved ones. You may be wondering what do these infectious bacteria have to do with the house painting industry.

Think of all the public areas where these bacteria and agents can be found. These public areas include Hospitals, Day Care Centers, Athletic facilities, Senior Care Communities, Hotels, Resorts, and more. All these public areas have painted surfaces; Ceilings, walls, and trim. Perfect places for bacteria and pathogens to infect and spread.

Introducing Paint Shield By Sherwin Williams.

What would you think about a product you could use to paint these surfaces that would not only protect the substrate but also actively kill 99.9% of bacteria and pathogens?  Sherwin-Williams has developed a microbicidal paint called Paint Shield that kills 99.9% of bacteria and is an EPA-Registered product.

Microbicidal compounds kill a broad range of microscopic organisms, like bacteria and other infection-causing microorganisms. Great and safe paint for homes with children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

What Bacteria Does Paint Shield Kill?

Paint shield by Sherwin Williams kills 99.9% of Staph, E. coli, MRSA, VRE, and Enterobacter aerogenes on home surfaces. It kills pathogens and bacteria on surfaces within 2 hours of a two-coat application. Testing by the EPA shows that Paint Shield remains effective for up to four years if surface integrity is maintained. It also has the ability to remain effective after continuous exposure to bacteria; killing bacteria at a rate of 90 percent.

What Should I Apply Paint Shield?

Like any interior paint, Paint Shield can be applied throughout your home. You can apply it to ceilings, walls, doors, and even the trim. It can be painted on your surfaces with a paintbrush or roller.

It’s available in 550 colors and is ideal for Kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and high traffic areas in your home.

For more information visit the Sherwin-Williams Website