11 Top Products from KRAFT Paints and BIOCLIMA that Respect the Environment and Protect Health

News 03 February 2025
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These products, developed by the Greek Druckfarben Group, hold the EMICODE EC1PLUS certification, the highest level of its kind, while also meeting the BREEAM certification requirements. They represent some of the most innovative and sustainable solutions in the construction materials industry, contributing to a more sustainable future.

When a technical or construction product is classified under EMICODE, it means it ranks among the best in its category in terms of health protection for people and pets, while also minimizing environmental impact. If a product carries the highest EMICODE certification level, EC1PLUS, it is automatically considered a premium product with exceptionally low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. KRAFT Paints and Bioclima offer 11 such EC1PLUS-certified products with extremely low emissions.

Understanding the EMICODE EC1PLUS Certification

The EMICODE® EC1PLUS certification is one of the strictest and most recognized certifications for low VOC emissions in construction products. It applies to building materials, home renovation products, and flooring industry solutions such as adhesives, sealants, primers, and coatings.

Essentially, the EMICODE® system evaluates what we breathe after a product has been applied inside a building. This helps consumers, contractors, and architects compare and assess the emission characteristics of the construction materials they plan to use. Additionally, it serves as a globally recognized eco-label aligned with environmental responsibility and the climate crisis.

A product labeled EC1PLUS contributes to improving indoor air quality and protecting residents' health. The higher the certification level, the better the product, ensuring compliance with the strictest European and international air quality standards. Such products are ideal for spaces with high hygiene requirements, including hospitals, schools, and residential buildings. Furthermore, they are preferred for sustainable building projects and eco-friendly construction, aligning with Sustainability and Environmental Protection principles.

EMICODE EC1PLUS & BREEAM Certification

These 11 certified products also meet the BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) standards—one of the most widespread and rigorous international sustainability certification systems for buildings.

By using these products, the chances of a building obtaining a BREEAM certification increase significantly. BREEAM assesses various environmental and sustainable aspects of a building, including:

  • Energy efficiency (energy consumption, CO₂ emissions)
  • Materials & resources (sustainable materials, recyclability)
  • Water management & conservation
  • Indoor air quality
  • Natural lighting & acoustics
  • Waste management & biodiversity protection

Although simply using EMICODE EC1PLUS-certified products will not automatically upgrade an old building to BREEAM standards, it ensures that the best, most sustainable construction materials are utilized.

The 11 EMICODE EC1PLUS-Certified Products

These products include:

  1. Powderfine Multi (multi-purpose smoothing repair filler in powder form)
  2. Powderfine Professional (ultra-fine acrylic spatula filler in powder form)
  3. Powderfine Exterior (ultra-fine acrylic spatula filler for interior and exterior use)
  4. Fine Repair 83 (resin-based, fine-grained, fiber-reinforced, high-strength thixotropic concrete repair mortar)
  5. Strong Repair 84 (resin-based, fiber-reinforced, thixotropic high-strength concrete repair mortar)

Additionally, the list includes Hydroguard waterproofing mortar:
6. Hydroguard One 40
(resin-based cementitious waterproofing system)

Plus, four products from the Fixotile tile adhesive family:
7. FixoTile Flex 30
8. FixoTile Ultra 20
9. FixoTile Gel
10. FixoTile Gel Max (resin-based, flexible, cementitious tile adhesives)

Finally, the list also includes:

11. Strong Bond (Strong Bond Grey and Strong Bond White) – a fiber-reinforced, resin-based mortar for bonding and base coating of thermal insulation boards.

Sustainable Homes for a Better Future

These products are essential for any home—newly built or undergoing renovation—that prioritizes environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and human health. Their proven benefits help create homes that are sustainable, eco-friendly, and enhance residents' well-being.

Without a doubt, these 11 high-performance products demonstrate that KRAFT Paints and Bioclima, as key brands of the Druckfarben Group, are committed to providing consumers with certified, eco-friendly solutions—for a better tomorrow and a healthier life!