Formulating with Mike
By Mike Praw
Technical Service & Development Manager — Coatings and Performance Products, Indorama Ventures, The Woodlands, TX
Self-Leveling Coatings
A four-part series examining self-leveling urethane coatings, from performance drivers and raw material fundamentals to formulation strategies for durable concrete flooring systems.
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Performance Role and Use Cases
An overview of self-leveling coatings for concrete floors, focusing on performance requirements such as surface correction, abrasion resistance and long-term durability in high-build systems. Read article
Isocyanate Chemistry and Reactivity
An examination of isocyanate types and reactivity in urethane coatings, outlining core resin considerations for self-leveling flooring formulations. Read article
Polyol Selection for Urethanes
A discussion of how polyol structure and reactivity influence formulation strategies and final performance in self-leveling urethane coatings. Read article
Formulation Strategies and Tips
Practical formulation guidance for MDI-based urethane systems, addressing durability, moisture sensitivity and maintaining self-leveling behavior in concrete flooring applications. Read article
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