Waterborne Coatings

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A side-by-side study finds formulation variables can shift stability, weathering and corrosion performance in unexpected ways.

Tests in water-reducible and high-solids enamels compare dispersion, viscosity, suspension stability and sag resistance across aqueous and solvent systems.

Cure speed, modulus, adhesion and potable-water requirements can push concrete projects toward very different choices.

New testing examines how thixotropic thickeners influence dispersion, viscosity, syneresis and sag resistance across paint formulations.

New developments in graphene, nanoparticle and silicone additives point to more integrated performance, improved durability and evolving formulation strategies.

Biobased formulations are reshaping preservation strategies as formulators balance microbial risk, sustainability pressures and regulatory limits.

Academic research examines how in-situ nanoparticle integration affects coating structure and microbial resistance.

Advances in acrylic and vinyl acrylic resin technologies improve hiding efficiency, durability and sustainability across interior and exterior architectural coating formulations.

Modern waterborne coating systems can help manufacturers advance ESG objectives by reducing VOC emissions, lowering reliance on solvent-based chemistries, improving working conditions, enabling more efficient finishing operations, and supporting auditable documentation for customers and certification programs.

A firsthand look at technical themes, community moments and coatings spotted across New Orleans during the Waterborne Symposium