AGLP completes projects worth Dhs15m

The projects, which began last year, involved Weathershield exterior anti-carbonation coatings which were used to shield the towers exteriors. With its well known track record in the region, the Dulux team was awarded the project for its technical skills and ability to provide high-performance, cost-effective and durable coating solutions.

Murtaza Challawala, Marketing and Business Development Manager, Al Gurg Leigh's Paints, said: "We feel proud to be selected over so many high-powered competitors for these projects. Having reinforced our position in the market, we are confident that we have met most of their expectations. Dulux Paints is uniquely positioned to undertake and successfully execute such mega projects in future as well."

Designed to withstand the Gulf's harsh climate and high temperatures Challawala says the product's superior anti-carbonation properties are well suited to combat high temperatures, extreme exposure to harmful ultra-violet rays, moisture and fine cracks.

Available in several smooth and texture finishes, Weathershield provides up to a 15 year guarantee for external durability. "Moreover, the paint does not contain any added lead or mercury, making the product environment-friendly," he continued.

"In keeping with its reputation as the most eco-friendly paint company in the world, Dulux Paints has ensured all projects were carried out in accordance with strict environmental standards. For this has long been an indication of the company's commitment to improve the environment through eco-friendly production methods," Chalawalla continued.

ICI Dulux only use highly skilled professional painters to apply Dulux Weathershield range of paints to ensure details of safety, economy and effectiveness. Also, Weathershield is approved by the British Board of Agreement in the UK and is the first company in the UAE to manufacture decorative coatings.

"At Dulux, we offer our customers much more than paints. Our team of experts are actively involved in projects right from conceptualisation, side sampling and on-site technical supervision. We provide consultancy services on the most effective and economical protection after careful consideration of architectural specifications and functionalities," he added.

In the UAE, AGLP has executed a number of major projects including the Ibn Battuta Mall, where the blending of the varied themes in the mall's interiors stand as a testimony of Dulux's expertise in handling intricate, multi-themed projects.

Other projects using Dulux Weathershield exterior paints include BurJuman Shopping Centre, Dubai Outsource City, Arabian Ranches, villas in the Meadows and Springs complex as well as Al Mafraq Hospital, Abu Dhabi.