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So it won't hurt so much when you are stabbed by an extremely sharp tool - this light green is very calming. (also used on Bianchi bicycles) Also it is a nice light color against which a tiny screw or gear may be readily seen. I think it's mostly when the...  

Jails in my country have green walls. To calm prisoners. Watchmakers atelier can be white. My watchmaking table is grey. ...  

Dufour keeps a very organized workspace even if it is crowded with tools. I also can’t help noticing the blow drier to the right in the picture. His hair always looks great too.

The flat (non gloss) surface finish is easy on the eyes in brightly lit work areas. Not just found on jeweler's benches, but used on drafting tables. The material is also shock absorbing. If a small part is dropped, it won't suffer damage or bounce as far... 

We where still drawing by hand. It’s a perfect Surface material for tables and cleans easily after work.

The interior cockpits of now vintage aeroplanes were painted light green. The Spitfires and Hurricanes, Tiger Moths etc still are.

...aluminum on aircraft from corrosion. Shades vary amongst manufacturers due to pigment additives, but all are basically greenish tint. -John ...  

try red table tops and you'll see watch makers climbing up the walls - think chimps in the zoo - they would NEVER finish your Patek! Green also helps in not seeing red or dark spots after you closed and reopend your eyes to give them some rest or refocus.... 

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