Water-Based Coating Stability Guide How to Improve Storage Stability in Water-Based Paints and Coatings A water-based coating can meet its initial viscosity, color and application targets yet still change during storage. Pigment flocculation, settling, rheology drift, pH movement, foam and additive incompatibility can all reduce long-term consistency. Technical Guide Water-Based Coatings Storage Stability Explore Coating […]
Surface & Leveling Guide Flow and Leveling Additives: Balancing Surface Finish, Flow and Sag Resistance Good coating appearance depends on the wet film flowing enough to remove application marks and surface irregularities—but not so much that the coating sags or loses film build. Flow, leveling, surface tension and rheology therefore need to work together. Technical […]
Wetting & Dispersion Guide Wetting & Dispersing Additives for Water-Based vs Solvent-Based Coatings A dispersing additive that works well in a water-based coating may not provide the same performance in a solvent-based system. Pigment surface chemistry, binder compatibility and the polarity of the liquid phase all influence wetting and stabilization. Technical Guide Water-Based Coatings Solvent-Based […]
Foam Control Guide Antifoam Dosage in Coatings: What Happens When You Use Too Much or Too Little? Antifoam additives are effective only when the chemistry, dosage and addition stage are balanced correctly. Too little may leave foam uncontrolled, while excessive dosage can create compatibility and surface-performance problems. Technical Guide Antifoam Additives Paints & Coatings Explore […]
Adhesion & Substrate Guide Adhesion Promoters for Coatings: Choosing the Right Additive for Metal, Plastic and Difficult Substrates Adhesion failure can occur even when the coating itself has good mechanical and surface properties. The interaction between substrate, binder and coating chemistry must be strong enough to maintain adhesion during application and service. Technical Guide Adhesion […]
Advanced Pigment Dispersion Hyperdispersant Additives for Carbon Black and Difficult Organic Pigments Carbon black and many organic pigments can be challenging to disperse because of their high surface area and strong tendency toward particle interaction. Hyperdispersant additives can help formulators stabilize these demanding pigment systems while managing viscosity, color development and pigment loading. Technical Guide […]
Pigment Stability Guide How to Prevent Floating and Flooding in Paints Floating and flooding are paint defects where pigments separate, migrate or appear unevenly distributed in the coating film. These issues can cause shade variation, patchy color, poor appearance and inconsistent batch performance. Suitable wetting, dispersing and pigment stabilization additives help reduce these problems. Request […]
Coating Surface Defect Guide How to Prevent Orange Peel in Coatings Orange peel is a common coating surface defect where the dried film looks uneven, textured or similar to the surface of an orange. It can affect gloss, smoothness, appearance and perceived coating quality. The right flow and leveling additive, rheology balance and application control […]
Coating Surface Defect Guide How to Solve Craters and Pinholes in Coatings Craters and pinholes are common coating surface defects that can affect appearance, protection, adhesion and film quality. These defects are often linked to foam, air entrapment, poor wetting, contamination, incorrect additive selection or poor surface flow. Request Additive Guidance Explore Antifoam Additives Overview […]
Industrial Coating Foam Control How to Prevent Foam in Industrial Coatings Foam in industrial coatings can cause poor surface finish, craters, pinholes, air entrapment, reduced film performance and production delays. The right antifoam or defoamer additive helps control foam during manufacturing, mixing, filling and application. Request Antifoam Guidance Explore Antifoam Additives Overview Why foam control […]
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