SIDVIG & Co. is a prominent, authorized manufacturer of Khadi Prakritik Paint (popularly known as Cow Dung Paint). Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, they were the first licensed manufacturer of this product in South India.
The paint itself was developed by the Kumarappa National Handmade Paper Institute (KNHPI), Jaipur, under the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC). SIDVIG produces the paint through a technology transfer agreement with KVIC.
Key Details About SIDVIG & Co.(Manufacturer of Khadi Prakritik Paint)
- Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu (with distribution across South India).
- Role: An authorized manufacturer and dealer under the KVIC “Waste to Wealth” initiative.
- Products: They manufacture the full “Prakritik” range, including:
- Prakritik Emulsion (Interior and Exterior)
- Prakritik Distemper
- Prakritik Primer & Putty
- Certifications: Their products are BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certified, ensuring they meet industrial quality and safety standards.
Why It’s Unique
SIDVIG & Co. uses cow dung as the primary raw material for these paints. This provides several natural benefits, often marketed as Ashta Laabh (Eight Benefits):
- Anti-bacterial & Anti-fungal: Natural properties of cow dung help inhibit germ growth.
- Thermal Insulation: It helps keep interiors cooler in summer and warmer in winter.
- Eco-Friendly: Non-toxic, odorless, and contains negligible VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds).
- Cost-Effective: Usually priced lower than premium chemical-based paints.