They say that the year of birth says a lot about one’s character, career, and growth. We are not sure about that. But for sure 1982 was an important year for us. For it was then that the dream of one became the passion of many.
COSMOS LAC was born in Greece and this is a short story about us.
The nostalgic 80s
We are in 1982 Athens. New hits are playing on the radio that would later become timeless anthems, American pop culture is mixing with the Greek spirit, the government promises “glorious days”, private television does not yet exist, but the world is watching with interest the 12th World Cup in Spain and the launch of NASA’s Space Shuttle Columbia from the Kennedy Space Center for its third mission. And somewhere between Athens and outer space, an idea becomes a reality and transforms the entire COSMOS.
A COSMIC Big Bang
Panagiotis Segos had a dream. To make painting easier, more accessible, and more affordable. He envisioned bringing the art of experts into the hands of every person who wants to paint a small or large surface. To unleash not only technique, but also creativity, offering an innovative way of painting, suitable for application not only on smooth surface, but equally effective even on larger and more demanding projects. The idea was no other than the production of spray paints!
Hence, in 1982, he founded COSMOS LAC, with a central production unit in Vathi, Greece.
No beginning is easy, let alone of such an innovative product that brings a change in its industry. But persistence and commitment to quality, combined with cultural trends, gave the vision substance. The emergence of graffiti art in Greece alongside the hip hop movement in the 90s, then the major trend of DIY since the 2010s, both active to this day, but also the timeless trend of renewing interiors and vehicles, highlighted the need for spray paint as the most practical and creative way of painting.
42 years of COSMOS LAC spray paints
Today, 42 years later, COSMOS LAC carries on this vision, expanding in Greece and abroad and constantly evolving its techniques and products. The reins of the industry have been taken over by the second generation of the family of Panagiotis Segos, born and raised literally with… flying colors!
COSMOS LAC’s factory in Evia is today one of the safest and most dynamically developing spray paint production plants in Europe. With the productivity of 25,000 pieces per shift and the guarantee of 11 different quality controls offered by Pamasol Swiss production units, we create and offer safe and at the same time innovative spray paints.
The COSMOS LAC team designs, develops, produces, and tests thousands of spray paints, strictly observing all the specifications. Through long hours of market analysis, a lot of thought, and a multitude of creative ideas, we have proudly been responsible for some of the most successful spray paint lines in the world. The most recent success that has filled us with pride is the creation of the world’s first carbon-neutral spray paints!
The RAL line offers an ultra-glossy finish and a huge range of shades for every application.
The EASY MAX line, the revolutionary series with its satin finish and premium effect, enhances the surface and offers excellent coverage.
The CHALK EFFECT line, with its striking chalk effect that gives a vintage and matte aesthetic, has stolen the hearts of DIY lovers everywhere and beyond.
At the same time, we manufacture lines of special-use spray paints, as well as private label sprays, aiming at personalization and customization to every specific need.
No matter how many things have changed over these four decades, our goal remains the same: To fill COSMOS with colors! #SprayYourCosmos
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