Description:This patent relates to the field of paints, pigments, colorants and coatings. More specifically, it provides for novel color compositions and methods of making them.
Abstract:The present invention includes a paint or coating composition comprising an organic pigment or dye complexed to the surface of a layered or fibrous inorganic clay. A wide variety of paint colors can be obtained by varying the pH during the preparation as well as by varying the synthesis conditions and changing particle size of the clay.
Issue Date: 08/27/2008
Application Date: 02/10/2006
Post Date: 03/02/2018
UTEP Docket No: 2004-007
