Polycrylic is a water-based finish used to protect wood, metal and concrete surfaces. It comes in liquid and aerosol forms and is generally viewed as less toxic than oil-based polyurethane for both ...

School of Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Advanced Technologies of Materials (Ministry of Education), Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, China ...

The Collaborative Innovation Center for Eco-Friendly and Fire-Safety Polymeric Materials (MoE), National Engineering Laboratory of Eco-Friendly Polymeric Materials (Sichuan), State Key Laboratory of ...

Despite the positive outlook, the market faces several challenges. The higher drying and curing times for waterborne coatings ...

These finishes are available in several types, including water-based, oil-based, acid-cured and moisture-cured. No matter which type is used, all polyurethane finishes are very easy to maintain.

If you're planning a kitchen remodel or simply want to upgrade your cabinet finishes, weigh the pros and cons of five common ...

Wood that's stained a natural hue is easily updated with the right primer and paint. With proper preparation, you can achieve ...

These emulsions are waterborne, making them a sustainable alternative to solvent-based products, reducing volatile organic ...