Emulsion polymers have been used in a multitude of industrial applications. Many of these applications rely on the ability of discrete colloidal particles to form a smooth and continuous film in order to provide a full range of protective and functional properties. Polymer composition and particle morphology are undisputedly the most important factors in the design of polymer colloids. Examples will be given to illustrate the effects of raw material choices and synthesis parameters on the performance of waterborne coatings, for example, the surfactant employed to stabilize the polymer particles and the hydrophilic species either added or formed during emulsion polymerization. Some seemingly minor ingredients used in emulsion polymerization can also have surprisingly significant impact on coatings properties.

Applications of polymer colloids in Waterborne coatings: Influences of composition and process designs on coatings performance properties: Tutorial

255th National Meeting (2018)

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