Bottom line, Alkemis Paint is the best-in-class option for healthy, earth-friendly, high-performing interior paint without toxic ingredients.

Alkemis Paint eschews the environmentally harmful synthetics and toxic pollutants typical of many modern paint brands. Our products contain no VOC's, odor, solvents, plasticizers, preserva­tives, fungicides, biocides or synthetic pigments.

We stand by our product with a 20-year warranty that it is free from defects in workmanship (pending the product is applied according to paint specifications and label instructions).

Alkemis Paint has been awarded Cradle to Cradle Certification by the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, and is one of the only paints in the U.S. to have received this distinction. Cradle to Cradle Certified® is the world’s most advanced, global, science-based standard for designing and making products today that enable a healthy, equitable and sustainable tomorrow... a pathway for setting sustainability ambitions and transforming circular economy commitments into action.

Unlike other certifications, which tend to focus on a singular measure of sustainability, Cradle to Cradle Certified® assesses all aspects of product design and manufacturing by evaluating a product’s performance across five categories:

• Material Health
• Product Circularity
• Clean Air and Climate Protection
• Social Fairness
• Water and Soil Stewardship.

Our mineral paint is naturally eco-friendly, as it is made from sustainable raw materials, clear quartz and earthen, artist-quality pigments with functional wellness benefits. The product is always zero VOC, and emits no odor or toxic chemicals, making it safe for all living beings.

Traditional paints may contain toxic pigments, hazardous organic pollutants (HAPs), biocides, petrochemicals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), plasticizers, preservatives and more, which contribute to both short and long-term health problems including respiratory issues, damage to the nervous system and organs, birth defects and disease.  Deleterious aspects of the existing paint industry include harmful production practices, dependency on petroleum products, negative environmental and health impacts, plus an end product that is difficult to dispose of, recycle and store.

Alkemis Paint is as indestructible as stone and in most cases, will typically give 20+ years of satisfactory performance before repainting is necessary (far exceeding the life cycle of traditional latex or acrylic paints).

Because our ingredients come from the earth and can go back to the earth, Alkemis Paint offers an improved and alternative architectural paint that is healthier for our bodies and the environment.

Because we do not use any synthetic and harmful glosses, varnishes, plasticizers, oil-based binders or volatile solvents, our paint retains a strikingly beautiful matte velvet—yet concurrently luminous—finish with high light reflectance value.

The surface luster or shine of conventional paint is created by the ratio of pigment to the resinous binder, and typically in the world of paint, more sheen equals more plastic/alkyds.

Our matte velvet finish is reminiscent of artist's chalk (highly regarded as a prized drawing material from the 15th century on), or the earthen minerals, rocks and crystals from which it is made.

Absolutely! As one of the only Cradle to Cradle certified paints in the USA, Alkemis is thoughtfully and ethi­cally produced to help customers like you and your family breathe easier and live more harmoniously.

Alkemis Paint eschews the environmentally harmful synthetics and toxic pollutants typical of many modern paint brands. Our products contain no VOC's, odor, solvents, plasticizers, preserva­tives, fungicides, biocides or synthetic pigments, nor do they ever off-gas, making it an exceptionally safe choice for all living beings.

Always and forever!

We are currently developing our all-natural non-toxic exterior paint line, as well as our all-natural artisan lime wash line, and plan to launch in the not-too-distant future. Please sign up here to receive news.

Our retail prices are comparable and on par with other premium interior paint brands. Our product is more costly than lower quality brands for the following reasons:

• We are one of the only paint companies in the US that is Cradle to Cradle Certified®, assuring you that our product meets the strictest global standards for material health, product circularity, clean air and climate protection, water and soil stewardship, and social fairness.
• The perceived money saving from using cheaper materials at the beginning of a project can lead to much more expensive consequences in the long term, whereas choosing Alkemis Paint from the onset is the more practical, more affordable, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly solution overall. 
• Around 80% of costs are ultimately incurred during use for maintenance and repairs. Therefore, the selection of initial building materials should be based on value, quality, stability, sustainability and performance over the entire service life of a building.
• In most cases, Alkemis Paint will typically give 20+ years of satisfactory performance before repainting is necessary (far exceeding the life cycle of traditional latex or acrylic paints). Consequently, it is conspicuously efficient economically, with long renovation intervals and long-term savings, so maintenance costs are minimized due to long-lasting functionality and appearance.

We source our sustainable ingredients and raw materials from a 350-mile radius in Europe, and manufacture the product right here in the USA.

Approximately 12 months in a tightly closed container under cool, frost-free conditions. Please protect the paint from heat, direct sunlight and freezing.

Yes! We have a very sexy 2x6 in. fan deck featuring all 119 unique colors from our Premium Interior Mineral Paint core collection.

ORDER ONE HERE!

We have beautiful 8x11 in. sample swatches available, which work great to tape on the wall in order to envision your color choice (we recommend using blue painter's tape). We also offer 1-quart cans in the full range of 120 colors, if you'd like to physically test the paint on your wall.

Absolutely! We would be thrilled to help you choose an existing color from the Alkemis palette, or even a custom color. Please contact us and our color specialists will work with you to find or develop your dream paint color.

Alkemis Paint is easy to apply and requires no special equipment or training.

USE ON: Walls and ceilings of new or previously painted
drywall, plaster, brick, masonry, concrete, stucco or stone. Not recommended for use on glossy paints or varnish, floors, wood or plastic surfaces.

1. PREP: Surface must be clean, dry and free of dust and contaminants. Prior peeling paint should be removed and sanded smooth. New plaster or masonry should be cured at least 7 days. New drywall should be primed with Alkemis Mineral Primer.
2. MIX: Stir all containers thoroughly with slow speed drill and paddle mixer. Boxing paint (combining paint into a larger container) helps prevent shade variations from bucket-to-bucket and on large surfaces.
3. THINNING: Paint can be applied as supplied. Alternatively, up to 10% water may be added to the first and second coat to make it easier to keep a wet edge so you do not get lap marks. Do not apply more than 10% water as it will impact the washability of the surface. Add: 3 oz. for 1 quart / 1.5 cups for 1 gallon / 5.5 cups for 3.5 gallon
4. APPLICATION: Cut-in with a nylon/polyester brush. Only cut-in
   what you can paint within an hour. Use a 3/8”—1/2” nap synthetic roller and roll into damp cut-in paint. Work quickly as paint is fast-drying. Last pass should be from ceiling to floor to even out rollerpattern. May be applied by airless spray, 3000 PSI minimum with 0.25—0.29” tip. Remove manifold and spray gun filters.
5. TEXTURE/APPEARANCE: For a consistent matte mineral finish, roll
   on or spray two coats. Back roll for most even appearance. For a velvety texture, apply the second coat with a block brush in an X pattern.
6. FIRST COAT: Apply first coat to cover surface with no runs and
   allow to dry 2—4 hours.
7. TOPCOAT: For best results apply second coat and allow to dry
   overnight.

For more info and visual references, please check out our video tutorials here.

Our Interior Mineral Paint is self-priming in most scenarios. Alkemis Interior Mineral Primer is recommended for new drywall and masonry, or if you are painting over a very dark or uneven surface.

1 Quart covers ≈ 65 sq ft
1 Gallon covers ≈  300 sq ft
3.5 gallons covers ≈ 1,050 sq ft

We recommend two coats of Alkemis Interior Mineral Paint for optimal coverage, appearance and durability.

It's important to note that coverage will differ based on a variety of factors, such as the surface type, texture and permeability, as well as the application methods, equipment and workmanship.

Need help estimating coverage?

Please note: our Interior Mineral Paint is self-priming in most scenarios. Alkemis Interior Mineral Primer is recommended only for new drywall and masonry, or if you are painting over a very dark or uneven surface.

Yes! Spraying the top coat (or both coats) is an amazing way to get a flawless-looking matte finish. Alkemis Paint may be applied by airless spray, 3000 PSI minimum with 0.25—0.29” tip. Please remove manifold and spray gun filters.

Definitely! Our premium mineral
paint is suitable for interior walls and ceilings, and residential and commercial applications.

Please let any leftover paint dry before disposing of it. Alkemis Paint can go directly into the landfill and requires no special paint disposal.  From the earth, back to the earth.  1-gallon and 1-quart cans are made from steel, which is infinitely recyclable.

Due to the hand-crafted, made-to-order (and never mass-produced) nature of our products, orders take 3-5 business days to process prior to shipping.

All orders are processed within this timeframe (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. You will receive an additional email notification when your order has shipped. 

We offer FREE SHIPPING for orders over $200. Shipping for all other orders is calculated and displayed at checkout according to the volume, weight, shipping speed and geographical location of your order. Ground or expedited shipping is available.

Please contact us here.

It depends on where you are and what shipping speed you choose!

Due to the hand-crafted, made-to-order (and never mass-produced) nature of our products, orders take 4-5 business days to process prior to shipping.

Delivery details will be provided in your confirmation email.

We take great pride in the fact that all of our items are handcrafted, made-to-order, and never mass-produced—as well as our commitment to sustainability with shipping. Therefore, all sales are final. 

We accept returns for refunds or exchanges only if items are damaged in transit. Please contact us here if your order arrives damaged.

Alkemis ships to customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

We offer FREE SHIPPING for orders over $200. Shipping for all other orders is calculated according to the volume, weight, shipping speed and geographical location of your order.

We take great pride in the fact that all of our products are handcrafted, made-to-order, and never mass-produced—as well our commitment to sustainability regarding shipping. Therefore, all sales are final.

We accept returns for refunds or exchanges only if items are damaged in transit. Please contact us here if your order arrives damaged.

Refunds will be credited back to the original method of payment (credit or debit card). Most refunds typically take 5-7 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) to appear in your account.

In addition, if a product is proven to be defective, Alkemis Paint shall, at its own discretion, replace the defective product free of charge. Such replacement is subject to verification of the defect and presentation of original proof of purchase. This does not apply to any defect or damage that is caused by (1) negligence, accident, abuse, or misuse of the product; (2) improper surface preparation or any defects of the substrate, to which the product is applied; (3) poor or improper storage, transportation, application, use, care or maintenance of the product; (4) normal wear and tear or unauthorized use of the product; (5) unauthorized application of, or modification to, the product; and (6) unsatisfactory color due to a personal preference. Please contact us here if you believe your product to be defective.

We accept all major credit cards (American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa) as well as Apple, Meta, Google, Shop Pay, and PayPal and Venmo.

Yes! Alkemis Paint 1-gallon and 1-quart cans are made from steel, which has the highest recycling rate of any material—at more than 88 percent—and can be recycled infinitely with no loss of quality. Our 3.5 gallon bucket is made from FDA compliant HDPE, which is easy to recycle, and according to recent studies, can be recycled up to 10 times for new products. #2 containers are typically accepted in most curbside recycling programs, and as with all recycling, please ensure the containers are clean, rinsed and dry before disposal.

Our kraft shipping boxes are 100% recyclable.

We stand by our product with a 20-year warranty that it is free from defects in workmanship (pending the product is applied according to paint specifications and label instructions).

Please email us at support@alkemispaint.com or call us at (347) 867-8209