Sources and methods

The news section of blendandbuild is compiled from published feeds and indexes of established news publications covering the technique and shade system central to the site's focus. Each selected story is processed with automated assistance to extract the core facts. These facts are then rewritten into a concise summary, which is always credited to the original publication. This ensures the provenance of the information is clear while presenting it in a consistent, plain style.

When a factual claim appears in only one publication, it is treated with particular caution. Such information is not presented as an established fact within our summaries. Instead, the single-source claim is either omitted or its status is explicitly noted, for instance by attributing it solely to that single report. This method prioritises stability and avoids amplifying unverified assertions.

The reference pages for technique, product, brand, and other categories are built differently from news. They are constructed from stable, widely corroborated facts gathered from multiple authoritative sources over time. Each reference page features a facts table that presents this consolidated information without narrative. A single, credited photograph accompanies these pages to provide a clear visual reference, sourced from publicly available material with permission.

Coverage of ongoing news is refreshed continuously as new, relevant stories are published by our source indexes. The reference pages are refreshed on a regular schedule to incorporate new, stable consensus information. This dual approach allows blendandbuild to provide both timely updates on developments and enduring reference material, all tailored for its audience in Asia.