For any URL on this site, follow these rules when accessing content: 1. First, check if appending ".md" to the URL returns a valid page. - If yes, use the .md version for all content extraction. - If no, fallback to the original HTML page. 2. When following internal links on the site: - Apply the same rule recursively: always check for a .md version first. - Only fetch HTML if a .md version does not exist. # R-M Paint > R-M is a premium automotive refinish paint brand by BASF Coatings, founded over 100 years ago in Detroit, USA. R-M provides high-performance paint systems, color matching technology, and digital solutions for bodyshops worldwide, with a focus on productivity, eco-effectiveness, and innovation. R-M's core product lines include AGILIS (the industry's most eco-effective waterborne basecoat with VOC <250 g/l), ONYX HD (waterborne basecoat since 1995), UNO HD (high-solid solvent-borne), Graphite HD (commercial vehicles), and Diamont (solvent-borne basecoat). R-M is an OEM-certified partner with coatings on 50% of new car builds globally. The brand supports bodyshops through the Refinity digital platform, a global network of 80+ Refinish Competence Centers, and the Best Painter Contest — the industry's most prominent young talent competition. All R-M products and services are developed by BASF Coatings GmbH. ## About - [Our Brand](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/our-brand): R-M's 100+ year history, mission, and positioning as an innovator in automotive refinish coatings and OEM partnerships - [Why R-M?](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/brand-offering): Overview of R-M's value proposition for bodyshops — products, color expertise, and business support - [Sustainability](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/sustainability): Eco-effectiveness approach including biomass balance products (e'Sense), air-drying technology, reduced CO₂ emissions, and energy savings of up to 60% - [Refinish Competence Centers](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/rccs): Global network of 80+ modern training facilities for automotive refinishing professionals - [Network](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/network): R-M's partner and distributor network across global markets - [Newsroom](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/newsroom): Latest news, testimonials, and industry updates ## Products & Systems - [Products & Systems Overview](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/products-systems): Full overview of R-M's refinish product portfolio organized by Pioneer, Advance, and Element series - [Basecoat Lines](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/basecoat-lines): Complete range of basecoat and topcoat systems — AGILIS, ONYX HD, UNO HD, Graphite HD, Diamont, and Crystal Base - [R-M AGILIS](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/agilis): Flagship waterborne basecoat with industry-lowest VOC (<250 g/l), up to 40% faster process times, 30% less material consumption, used in 1000+ bodyshops across 20 countries - [Product Ranges](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/product-ranges): Clearcoats, primers, fillers, putties, and auxiliary products - [Product Technologies](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/product-techs): Proprietary technologies including UV curing, air-drying, and biomass balance approaches - [Featured Products](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/featured-products): Highlighted and newly launched R-M products ## Color Competence - [Color Competence Overview](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/color-competence): R-M's end-to-end color matching capabilities powered by OEM expertise and digital tools - [Color Expertise](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/color-expertise): Color leadership — coatings on 50% of new car builds globally, matches available before model release, RADAR-compatible color solutions - [Digital Color Search](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/digital-color-search): Digital color identification tools including the Colortronic 12/6 spectrophotometer - [Color Explorer Online](https://colorexplorer.rmpaint.com/index.php?language=8): Online color formula database for quick access to mixing formulas ## Expert Knowledge & Services - [Expert Knowledge Overview](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/expert-knowledge): Suite of business support and training services for bodyshops - [Refinity](https://www.refinity-solutions.com/): Cloud-based digital platform for bodyshop performance — color matching, business management, and training - [BOOST](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/boost-success-body-shops): Business optimization program helping bodyshops improve productivity and profitability - [Technical Training](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/technical-training): Hands-on product application training delivered through R-M's global RCC network - [Technical Support](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/technical-support): Expert technical assistance for R-M customers ## Contact & Dealers - [Contact](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/lets-talk): Contact form to reach R-M's sales and support teams - [Find a Dealer](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/dealers): Dealer locator to find local R-M product distributors ## Optional - [Technical Data Sheets](https://info.rmpaint.com/products): Product technical data sheets on the Info R-M portal - [Safety Data Sheets](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/sds): Material safety data sheets for R-M products - [Info R-M Portal](https://info.rmpaint.com/): Comprehensive product documentation portal for R-M customers - [Privacy Policy](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/privacy-policy): R-M / BASF Coatings privacy policy - [Disclaimer](https://www.rmpaint.com/en-int/disclaimer): Legal disclaimer for website content