02-13-2014 - BOMA Long Island to hold paint presentation event

BOMA Long Island will present "Today's paint and coating products provide so much more than just color!" The member's only presentation will be given by member John Franta, coatings representative of Sherwin-Williams. The event will be held on February 13th at 68 South Service Rd., RXR, lower level from 8:30 - 10 a.m. RSVP to [email protected]. Technological advancements have produced coatings that also offer increased protection of substrates and reduced maintenance costs - all with minimal impact to indoor air quality and the environment. Key points: * Learn how to diagnose damage to existing concrete * Learn how to repair cracks and patch concrete * Understand the different types of surface preparation * Be able to specify coatings for different project types and conditions * Learn about the evolution of paint technology * Understand the functional properties of paint and coatings * Learn the four basic components of paint * Be able to identify different sheens and know when to use each one * Pick the right paint system for your project/ application * Understand VOC and how to choose a "green" paint * Be able to identify common paint performance problems and understand how to prevent them Presentation coordinator: Diane Dorsi - We're Associates