The brilliant thing about a reactive solvent such as RME is that it functions as a solvent during manufacture, application, and until the paint enters the curing oven. While there, RME changes from a solvent to being a permanent component of the paint and reacts with the polyester binder instead of vaporizing like a conventional solvent. That way, a part of the RME molecule constitutes part of the finished paint layer.

This concept offers a number of advantages throughout the entire chain, from paint manufacturer through to final use of the sheet varnishing product. From a working environment perspective, using RME entails less reliance on irritating and noxious solvents. Alkyl esters from plant oils are also effective solvents, which sometimes means that a smaller amount of RME will suffice to achieve the right viscosity. In addition, the mechanical durability is improved, along with the capacity to withstand weather and wind since it is possible to use another type of polyester resin.

GreenCoat is advantageous from an environmental perspective because the diluent is produced from recyclable ingredients. Instead of burning up, a part of the reactive diluent becomes integrated in the paint film, which means less transport of the non-reactive solvent. This leads to lower emissions of carbon dioxide into our atmosphere.