About Livos Germany

Over 45 years of research, experience and constructive innovations makes LIVOS Germany the oldest industrial manufacturer of ecological paints and oils, World Wide.

Made without harmful chemicals, LIVOS products contain only biologically and environmentally responsible ingredients, grown without the use of pesticides.

In the early 70s in Germany, a small group of teachers including some hobby chemists created out of need, non-toxic finger-paints for their students. Once these safe paints became known, the teachers were flooded with request from schools and hospitals. They then started to develop paints and varnishes based on natural raw materials. The result of this pioneering work was the foundation of Livos (Pflanzenchemie Forschungs und Entwicklungsgesellschaft), Plant Chemistry, Research and Development in 1974. Based now in Wieren, in the northern part of Germany, Livos became the first worldwide industrial manufacturer of ecological paints and oils. These products are now distributed around the world.

Only products of excellent quality that are absolutely healthy and ecologically friendly are given the Livos name. Due to the ever increasing numbers of allergy sufferers, including those sensitive to various chemicals, Livos has openly declared the ingredients in all their products, and this since 1984. This allows the consumer to make an informed and final decision. In addition, with extensive and sound knowledge and know how, Livos developed a specialised range of products for those with chemical sensitivities and allergy sufferers and this as early as 1988.

Livos's sound knowledge in the field of plant chemistry is continuously extended and explored. It accepts the challenge of the future, be it in research, development or the constant improvement of existing products.

Livos natural paints and finishes are derived from plant oils, natural resins and waxes, earth and mineral colours rather than from petroleum and industrial by-products. The precious raw materials are grown under supervision and harvested in compliance with the principles of sustainable resources. They are constantly monitored and quality control samples of each batch manufactured are kept for five years. Livos products do not contain synthetic fungicides or other synthetic poisons. See the page "List of Raw Materials" for ingredients used in the Livos products.

For more details, visit: https://www.livos.de/

One may ask then why we purchase Livos from Germany.

- After living in Europe and using these premium products nothings else has been comparable.

- Livos take a holistic approach in the manufacture of all their products. It is not enough to stand being labels and green wash. All ingredients are fully declared allowing the consumer to make an informed choice.

- The gas emissions for the manufacture and shipping of these natural products to Australia is very low and often lower than when compared to the manufacture of similar purpose synthetic products made and shipped within Australia.

LIVOS products are manufactured from a majority of natural raw materials, and require low energy during processing. Linseed oil, used in a significant portion of the range, is derived from flax seed grown local to the point of manufacturing, resulting in reduced transportation energy and GHG emissions.

GHG intensities for container shipping the product is– 0.54 kgCO2e / 2.5 L container .

What makes Livos products better for you and your family.

Whether you're renovating or just trying to create a greener home, Livos natural products are a great place to start. Livos makes a variety of non-toxic products for the home including floor and furniture oils, paints, cleaning and maintenance products, and children's face and finger paints. Our products are free of harmful substances, don't emit unpleasant vapours or toxic gases, and even reduce dust levels due to their antistatic effect. Every product we supply is based on renewable raw materials. Our ingredients are completely biodegradable and are harmless to humans, animals and plants, even in direct contact. We also have products that can be used in direct contact with food like Kunos Natural Oil Sealer, which has been formally issued with a food safe certificate to the very high European standards.

All Livos products

  • Have been developed according to a holistic criteria.
  • Meet health and ecological criteria.
  • Thoroughly tested for beneficial working qualities.
  • All contents are fully declared.
  • Certification (by Working Group for Certified Resources) is confirmed

Livos Principles

  • Sustainable economic planning
  • Closed recycling systems
  • High technical quality with ecologically flawless products
  • Customer-focused operations
  • Regeneration of the environment
  • Consumer awareness and independence

Health aspect of Livos

  • Free of any harmful substances
  • No production of harmful vapours during application
  • No release of harmful gases from dried coat
  • Harmonising effect on the room climate
  • Antistatic effect, meaning a reduction of dust levels

Technical Aspect of Livos

  • Simple to use with all usual application techniques
  • Easy renew ability / rejuvenation
  • Economical use
  • Special effects made simple
  • Easy care

Ecological Aspect of Livos

  • Based on renewable raw materials
  • Completely biologically degradable substances
  • Harmless to humans, animals and plants even in direct contact
    Kunos #244 is certified foodsafe
  • Environment friendly production
  • Trouble free recycling