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The
binder of the KEIM mineral paints, a potassium silicate solution or “Liquor
Silicium” was already known in the Middle Ages.
Unknown however, were economically sensible production processes and
application prospects. The scientific investigations on potassium silicates, were accelerated by agency of king Lüdwig I of Bavaria. The artistically-minded monarch was to such an extent enthusiastic by seeing the colourful frescos in Italy, that he intended to realise these paintings in Bavaria. The harsh climatic conditions, north of the Alps, restricted the use of paints, based on lime binders. Scientists were ordered to develop a paint with an enormous resistance against weather conditions, but with the appearance of lime. The
persuading solution was found by the invention of the KEIM silicate paints.
The pioneering element of the invention of Adolf Wilhelm Keim is the
intimate binding of the paint and the substrate. The
1878-patented material is based on a well-balanced mixture of liquid potassium
silicate and inorganic colour pigments. The
result is a an unsurpassed paint in terms of quality, durability, protection and
light resistance. The long-lasting
life of “KEIMed” objects has been proved by the 19th century
buildings. Most striking are the façades
in Switzerland, like hotel “Weisser Adler” in Stein am Rhein, or the town
hall of Schwyz (1891), buildings in Traunstein, southern Germany (1891), and in
Oslo, Norway. At
this moment, the classic KEIM mineral paint can confirm its leading position by
the consequent developing of the product properties, and the directed adaptation
to the most various backgrounds. In
this period of acute environmental problems, the need of ecologically sound,
durable and qualitatively superior paints is insurmountable.
Since 1878, all the KEIM silicate paints fulfil these desires.
Providing an extensive product and colour palette, KEIM mineral paints
stand for modern and environmentally friendly products.
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