Photo courtesy of The Paint Quality Institute

(HIT) - Not sure what types of paint problems you might be facing this spring? The new "Paint Remedy" iPhone application is a free and easy-to-use handy tool that allows both do-it-yourselfers and professional painters to identify and correct old paint problems before picking up a brush or roller. Debbie Zimmer, PQI’s paint and color expert states, "By simply gliding across the images or scrolling through the paint problem list, homeowners can instantly learn what steps to take to ensure a long-lasting quality paint job, both inside and out.

Paint Remedy allows you to:

• See actual images of paint or surface problems
• Identify both interior and exterior paint problems, with a simple image view
• Learn how to solve and prevent paint or surface problems from reoccurring with a simple download, this app is sure to become your favorite at-home paint expert! For quick and simple access, visit www.paintquality.com and click on "Paint Remedy" app.

About the Paint Quality Institute ^(SM)

The Paint Quality Institute ^(SM) was formed by Rohm and Haas Company (now a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company ("Dow")) in 1989 to educate people on the advantages of using quality interior and exterior paints and coatings. The Paint Quality Institute's goal is to provide information on the virtues of quality paint as well as color trends and decorating with paint through a variety of vehicles, including television appearances, newspaper and magazine articles, and instructional literature. Please be sure to visit the Paint Quality Institute at www.paintquality.com

About Dow

Dow is a diversified chemical company that combines the power of science and technology with the "Human Element" to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. The Company delivers a broad range of products and services to customers in approximately 160 countries, connecting chemistry and innovation with the principles of sustainability to help provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. In 2008, Dow had annual sales of $57.4 billion and employed approximately 46,000 people worldwide. The Company has 150 manufacturing sites in 35 countries and produces approximately 3,300 products. On April 1, 2009, Dow acquired Rohm and Haas Company, a global specialty materials company with sales of $10 billion in 2008, 98 manufacturing sites in 30 countries and approximately 15,000 employees worldwide. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted. More information about Dow can be found at www.dow.com.

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Posted On: Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Source: Paint Quality Institute