Waterborne Coatings

Leveraging Coatings to Meet ESG Goals in Manufacturing

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

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.

Gras Expectations: A Week Inside Waterborne 2026

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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

Enhancing Block Resistance in Low-VOC Acrylic Paints Using Silane-Modified Colloidal Silica

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Silane-modified colloidal silica improves block resistance in low-VOC acrylic paints while maintaining gloss, stability and compatibility in waterborne coating formulations.

Replacing Fluorine-Based Additives in Coating Formulations

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This article examines non-fluorinated surfactant and defoamer strategies for maintaining wetting, defect control and performance in waterborne coating formulations.

Waterborne Coatings Aren't the Future -- They're the New Performance Benchmark

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

How Advances in Resin Architecture, Crosslinking Chemistry, and Production Efficiency Are Redefining the Modern Wood Finishing Industry.

Paint and Coatings Academy 2026

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A year-long Paint and Coatings Academy program delivers applied education across formulation, processing and polymer science through expert-led short courses.

Automotive Aftermarket Sustains Refinish Coatings Demand

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Aftermarket growth continues to support refinish coatings, even as formulation and performance expectations evolve.

Rehabilitating a Municipal Water Tower with Protective Coatings

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A coastal water tower rehabilitation paired advanced coating systems with detailed application control to deliver corrosion protection, color retention and long-term potable water performance.

Driving Sustainability and Performance

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Behr outlines how sustainability goals, digital tools and high-performance coatings are influencing product development and customer expectations.

Tailored Emulsifier Portfolios for Sustainable Waterborne Alkyds

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Waterborne alkyds require tailored emulsifier strategies, with resin architecture, emulsifier type and neutralization parameters determining stability, hardness, drying and paint performance.

Selecting Raw Materials for High-Performance Latex Paint Formulations

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

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

Catching the Unseen

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Advanced oleophilic filtration technologies help automotive manufacturers prevent silicone oil defects, protect finish quality and maintain stable high-performance coating operations.

Optimizing Open Time

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This study evaluates how open time extending additives influence open time, wet edge, viscosity, gloss and blocking across architectural and wood coatings.

Protective Coating Strategies Safeguard Sioux Falls Wastewater Expansion

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Advanced coating systems protect new and rehabilitated wastewater infrastructure in Sioux Falls, supporting long-term durability under severe immersion and corrosive conditions.

The Science of Modern Coatings

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Modular coating platforms combine antimicrobial, hydrophobic and durability features in customizable formulations engineered for efficiency, performance and multifunctional protection.

PPG Brings AI-Designed Robotic Mural to Life at Czech Street Art Festival

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

PPG announced its waterborne basecoat technology was used in an AI-designed robotic mural created during a live public art event in the Czech Republic.

Revealing the Hidden Impact of TiO₂ Surface Chemistry on Pigment Performance

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:29 -0500

Understanding how TiO₂ surface chemistry influences dispersion, stability and formulation behavior helps improve consistency and reduce variability in paint and coatings.

Boosting Sustainability in Coatings with Bio-Based and Biodegradable Additives

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500

Bio-based citrate esters and xanthan gum offer sustainable alternatives in paint formulations, reducing VOCs while maintaining application and performance.

High-Performance Ceramic Coatings: Nanotechnology, Self-Healing and Sustainable Trends

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A technical look at high-performance ceramic coatings, spotlighting nanotechnology, self-healing systems and sustainable formulations shaping automotive and aerospace applications worldwide.

Aerosol Paints: Technology, Challenges and Innovations

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:49:01 -0400

This article details how aerosol paint systems align can design, propellants and water-based chemistries with air quality rules to ensure consistent performance.

Developments in Aluminum Flake Technology for Chrome Replacement in Waterborne Systems

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 01:45:13 -0400

This paper examines aluminum flake treatments, stabilization, and delivery forms to approach chrome-like effects in modern waterborne coating systems.

Using Simulation Tools and Physicochemical Properties to Guide Additive Selection: Part 3

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Experimental data and simulation insights show how physicochemical parameters can guide additive selection for dispersants in coatings formulations.

Additives at Work: Where Science Meets Aesthetics

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0400

A closer look at the top additives transforming paint formulations for durability, aesthetics, and compliance.

Novel Nanocomposite Surface Additives for PFAS Replacement

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

New composite wax additives use inorganic particles to replace PTFE and deliver surface durability without PFAS concerns.

Advanced Polymer Strategies for Enhancing Performance of Water-Based Exterior Coatings

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Advanced latex design enables exterior paints to meet weatherability, hardness and VOC limits without sacrificing performance or durability.

Powder Coating Nonconductive Substrates

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

New application methods are enabling electrostatic powder coating on plastics, MDF, composites and other nonconductive substrates.

Cooling Paint Lowers Temperatures Without Energy Consumption

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400

A new passive cooling paint from SRI reflects solar radiation and emits heat, lowering surface temperatures without consuming energy.

Radiative “Sunscreen” Coating Targets Urban Cooling

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 02:00:00 -0400

AkzoNobel unveiled a radiative cooling system in China to lower building temperatures and support urban renovation.

New Coating Tackles Heat and Corrosion on Contact

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400

Independent testing confirms this insulative technology can lower surface temps and resist damage in extreme environments.

Improving Indoor Air Quality with Amino Alcohols

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Amino alcohols in waterborne coatings help reduce indoor air pollutants like formaldehyde, improving air quality in enclosed spaces.