March 30, 2020 Paints & Coatings A tough exterior: Resilient exterior paint for trending substrates

Siding trends in US census data provide insights into key attributes coating formulators should focus on

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February 27, 2020 Paints & Coatings Pull off the TiO2 balancing act in architectural coatings

Formulators save on TiO2 costs and maximize opacity with a polymer that spaces particles and scatters light more efficiently

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June 19, 2019 Paints & Coatings Quiz: How do pros and DIYers buy paint?

Find out how well you know the buying habits of professional and DIY painters

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April 26, 2019 Paints & Coatings Spring thaw: A year in the life of architectural exterior coatings, part 2

Resistance to early rain and surfactant leaching help coatings survive the spring transition

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January 23, 2019 Paints & Coatings, Construction Quiz: Understanding the new ASTM Type-II standard for acrylic roof coatings

ASTM D6083 Type-II updates an older roof coating standard. How well do you know the details?

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November 26, 2018 Sustainability, Paints & Coatings The biomass balance approach

A new approach aligns product performance, cost and true sustainability for coating manufacturers

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May 18, 2017 Paints & Coatings Quiz: Defoamers

Defoamers walk a tightrope in paint coating formulation. How much do you know about this chemical balancing act?

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March 24, 2017 Paints & Coatings Quiz: Rheology modifiers

Are you up to speed on rheology modifiers? Test your knowledge and then download the BASF Practical Guide to Rheology Modifiers

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