MPI offers a number of
respected publications on painting specifications, terminology and
failure recognition.
Each publication is available directly from MPI, MPI
online Store , or through associates. Special prices may be obtained
through your local organizations.
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Architectural Painting
Specification Manual
Written by industry experts, this new MPI manual is already in daily
use by architects, engineers, interior designers, specification writers,
government agencies, property managers, paint contractors, coating
inspectors, paint manufacturers and suppliers. Includes evaluations
on system options, descriptions of interior and exterior finishing
systems, surface preparations, an approved product listing, and more.
$150.00 + shipping |
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Maintenance Repainting
Manual
The ultimate reference for painters, contractors and those interested
in the upkeep of indoor and outdoor coverings. It describes all coating
products and their systems (including wall-coverings), suggests evaluation
and assessment methods, goes over how to prepare each surface for
repainting, and encourages high painting standards.
$150.00 + shipping |
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The Master Painter's
Glossary
Compiled by MPI's staff is this comprehensive resource that provides
the definitive "A to Z" of painting terminology. Included are over
2000 descriptions, definitions
for coating properties, conditions, and preparation steps, painting
techniques, and decorative terms. An essential handbook for the professional
and an excellent learning guide for new painters. (See an excerpt
in our Online Glossary.)
$39.00 + shipping |
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Maintenance Repainting
Catalog of Defects and Failures
This handy MPI researched booklet uses pictures to help identify defects
and failures in painting projects. Professionals and novices will
benefit from the descriptions of common failures and the probable
causes. A quick read can help anybody prevent costly mistakes.
$20.00 + shipping |
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Approved Products
List
Quality products for Architectural painting
This booklet contains the products having met our strict performance
and aesthetic requirements. Manufacturers submit product data and
samples for our review. If they meet all the requirements, they are
included in this list. The complete list is available on this website
in the Approved Products section.
$10.00 + shipping |
MPI Manuals Archive
Specify Paint Access to what you need to know about paint system
choices, paint system surface preparation, approved paint products,
painting specifications for both new construction (architectural
painting) and maintenance painting.