Coatings
Coatings
Indopol® polybutenes are used as a component in many special purpose paints and coatings. Their advantages in such applications include water resistance, low color, plasticization of the final film, excellent adhesion and ability to replace volatile solvents. Polybutene emulsion formulations can lower manufacturing costs and improve water repellency relative to commercial acrylic-based systems.
Examples of coatings that employ Indopol polybutenes include: hot-applied thermoplastic road marking paints, masonry paints (as an environmentally acceptable alternative to chlorinated plasticizer), and waterproofing protection for porous substrates such as wood or concrete.