The global wood and wood products industry is immense, with an approximate $450 billion market in 2020, as reported by the Forestry wing of the Food and Agriculture Organization, United Nations! This is huge, simply huge, where the wood coating industry is just a part with an approximation to reach around $11 billion by 2025, […]
Hardwood Floor Finish – Types, Suitability, Benefits, Limits
Different types of finishes exist out there, but not all of those are applicable to hardwood floors. It’s true that hardwood floors are compatible with a wide range of finishes than other surfaces, but some are more suitable and popular for it, especially the waterborne polyurethane, oil-based polyurethane and wax finishes. However, here you will […]
A Guide to Polyurethane Dispersion (Waterborne PUD)
What is Polyurethane Dispersion? In general, the term Polyurethane Dispersion (PUD) refers to a polyurethane polymer resin that is dispersed in water. It is not a solvent. They are otherwise called as waterborne polyurethane dispersion. They are widely used for environmentally friendly, low volatile organic compound (VOC) water-based paints, adhesives, ink binders, and coatings. The […]
Is Polyurethane Toxic or Safe to Use? – Impact on Health
Polyurethane is a chemical widely used and present in uncountable number of products. From adhesives and liquid paints to solid materials such as wheels and blades, polyurethane is everywhere. The chemical is not only ubiquitous and largely beneficial, it may be potentially dangerous for humans in some cases. This article will explore the safety and […]
Polyurethane Types and Their Applications
The term ‘Polyurethane’ is quite synonymous with the word ‘versatility’. It means the area and added benefits of using polyurethane is vast! Most interestingly, the properties of polyurethane can be manipulated through chemistry, which allows it to gain a multitude of distinctive qualities and applications. In the following writeup, we shall try to figure out […]
What is Polyurethane? – A Complete Understanding
What is Polyurethane? Polyurethane is an extremely versatile synthetic resin that is used in thousands of household products. It is made of two main ingredients, urethane and polymers. Together, they form a stable, durable product that is highly resistant to moisture and heat. Generally, it’s a plastic material existing in various forms – either rigid […]