Rubio Monocoat believes that sustainable materials are not limited to the impact they have on the environment – it also includes the use of renewable raw materials, the right production process, safety for both the user and the environment, and a long lifespan.  

Eco-conscious 

The company’s oils are based on linseed, also known as flaxseed. Flax is a sustainable raw material, as the plant can be regenerated in a relatively short time and in considerable quantities.  

Going beyond the selection of its raw materials, Rubio Monocoat is constantly optimising its production processes – paying attention to the impact of products on both the user and the environment, compliance with regulations on waste management, pollution and energy supply.  

Its eco-conscious story shows how ecological its products really are, from durable raw material to recycled packaging. 

Carbon neutral 

As part of its eco-conscious journey, the company wants to go completely carbon neutral, and has started this very complex process with the help of an external partner, Vinçotte.  

Aiming for CO₂ neutrality, there are three phases: 

1. Measuring phase: Drawing up a profile of the efforts so far and the areas to improve.
2. Action phase: Improving where possible with the means and resources available.
3. Compensation phase: Compensating everything that causes emissions and cannot be improved.

The measuring phase was completed by mid-2022. Armed with the knowledge of what its ecological footprint is, Rubio Monocoat is now focussed on the action phase.  

New generation 

One of the new-generation products is Oil Plus 2C, an eco-friendly and 0% VOC hardwax oil. Thanks to its revolutionary binding, the product protects and colours wood in a single layer, for low consumption and long-lasting protection.  

Solution: Rubio Monocoat has embarked on an eco-conscious journey towards carbon neutrality. The complex process has fuelled the development of new-generation products.

For more information, contact Rubio Monocoat: 

Tel: +27 86 11 RUBIO (78246) 

Email: info@rubiosa.co.za 

Website: www.rubiomonocoat.com