Little Knights and the environment
We are committed to making the best and most sustainable products on the paint market. Every aspect and element is thoroughly researched and adapted to be as safe as possible to people, animals, and the environment.
Our paint does not pollute or harm the environment
Our fundamental, non-negotiable goal was to create a paint that does not pollute or harm the environment. Our conviction is true environmental stewardship begins with the product itself.
That is why we developed our paint to safely and harmlessly break down into constituent parts when introduced to water. This is in direct contrast to many conventional water-based paints and emulsions, which contain persistent, harmful chemicals that can remain in the water system even after treatment in a waste water plant.
Eco-conscious manufacturing
We choose our suppliers carefully. Our packaging supplier is among the most environmentally efficient sheet feeder plants in Europe. An anaerobic digester provides their plant will all the energy it needs, with residual energy used to heat the factory and pre-heat boiler water. Our printed materials – colour cards, tin labels, brochures, etc – are printed on paper from sustainable sources.
We invested in the latest paint mixing technology to ensure we generate as little waste as possible. Every tin is freshly mixed, rather than in bulk, with the pigment being digitally dispensed resulting in accurate results every time. This means we only mix what we need, reducing waste.
Our couriers were the first major logistics company to make a voluntary commitment to improve carbon efficiency by 30% over the 2007 baseline by the year 2020. They achieved this goal in 2016 and are working toward more ambitious targets by 2025.
As well as trying to not harm the environment, we actively set out to help preserve it. In 2018 our owner and founder, Mark Gardner, purchased 14 acres of beautiful countryside and woodland which might otherwise have been used for development. Mark’s commitment is to ensure this land always remains a beautiful nature reserve.
Our eco-packaging commitment
Clips
Our lever lid clips have been extensively tested. They are made out of metal and are 100% recyclable.
Handle
The plastic handle has been designed to be easy to remove and recycle separately from the metal tin.
Paint tins
Our metal paint tins are manufactured in the UK, meaning they have a lower carbon footprint than those imported from the far East. Our supplier’s site is powered by their own roof-mounted Solar network.
Cardboard
Our boxes are made out of recycled cardboard.
We have also invested in a clever machine that turns old boxes into perferated packaging wad that we then use to protect our tins.
Tape
The self-adhesive tape we use to securely seal our cartons is paper-based and 100% recyclable.
Glue
The glue we use to affix the tin labels is made from natural ingredients, with applicators made from 50% recycled plastic.
