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Artur Palasz

Artur Palasz, Ph.D., R&D Director and Founder, Spektrochem, Poland
Spektrochem, Poland
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Challenges in Selecting Bio-Based Dispersing Additives for Latex Paints

Application studies compare a conventional fossil-based dispersant with a bio-based alternative across grinding, binder compatibility and key coating-performance tests.
Artur Palasz
October 16, 2026
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A lab comparison examines how a bio-based dispersant can affect grinding, binder compatibility and coating performance in interior latex paints.


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Challenges in Selecting Bio-Based Dispersing Additives for Latex Paints

Artur Palasz
July 7, 2026
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A lab comparison examines how a bio-based dispersant can affect grinding, binder compatibility and coating performance in interior latex paints.


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Selecting Raw Materials for High-Performance Latex Paint Formulations

Artur Palasz
December 8, 2025
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A practical guide to assessing regulatory requirements, technical data, and performance characteristics when evaluating raw materials for latex paint.


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Optimizing Open Time

Evaluating OTE Additives and Their Effects on Key Architectural Coating Properties
Artur Palasz
December 8, 2025
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This study evaluates how open time extending additives influence open time, wet edge, viscosity, gloss and blocking across architectural and wood coatings.


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Comparison of Low-Tg Acrylic Latex Binders to Increase Durability of Elastomeric Liquid Roofing Membranes

Artur Palasz
February 10, 2025
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Flat roofs face aging and weathering challenges from solar radiation, moisture and pollutants. This study explores polymer dispersions' impact on elastomeric roof coatings' durability, flexibility and chalking resistance.


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Phyllosilicate Clay Thickeners for Latex Paints

Winner of the PCI Award for Technical Excellence at the Waterborne Symposium
Artur Palasz
June 12, 2024
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This article discusses the basic characteristics of phyllosilicate thickeners, and provides an introduction to understanding their performance in formulations in order to use them to build the rheological properties of latex paints.


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Scrub Resistance of Latex Paints

Importance, Dependence on Raw Materials, Formulations, and Quality Characteristics of Architectural Coatings
Artur Palasz
May 7, 2024
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Learn about scrub resistance tests for latex paints, their differences, and how they guide raw material selection for high-quality formulations.



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Glycol Ethers and Glycol Ether Acetates for the Development of Latex Paint Film Formation

Artur Palasz
March 6, 2024
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This article offers a comprehensive guide to the impact that 100%-VOC coalescents that are still present in the paint industry (such as glycol ethers and glycol ether acetates) have on the properties of coatings with different PVC based on various dispersions and for various applications. 


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Best Practices for Selecting Rheological Additives in Latex Paints and the Interpretation of their Effectiveness

Artur Palasz
September 19, 2022
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Best practices when selecting rheological additives are discussed in this article. The article explains that properly prepared technical materials are the basis for a quick and efficient start of tests and drawing conclusions based on repeated case studies in specific paint manufacturer formulations.


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Water Miscibility Differences in Coalescing Agents and the Influence on Latex Paint Properties

Artur Palasz
December 9, 2021
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Case studies show that the selection of an appropriate coalescent for applications in latex paints must be supported by appropriate, extensive laboratory tests.
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