This paper discusses the use of Master Painter Institute (MPI) paint standards and systems to select and procure paints for the protection and beautification of commercial buildings. Background on MPI and an explanation of how to use its paint standards is provided, along with instructions for using MPI manuals to choose coating systems for building environments.

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Buildings, Test methods, Coating performance, Protective coatings, Substrates, Gloss, Latex, Surface preparation, Operations management, Latex paints, Alkyds, Durability, Paints
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2011
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