Paint additives are chemical substances added to paint formulations to improve or modify their properties, performance, appearance, or ease of application. They perform specific functions, such as adjusting viscosity, preventing foaming, increasing durability, or improving texture, etc.
Main paint additives
- Dispersants: To improve pigment distribution
- Thickeners and rheological modifiers – To adjust viscosity and prevent sagging
- Antifoams: To prevent bubbles during production and application
- Humectants and surfactants: To improve wettability and adhesion
- Surface additives: To enhance properties and performance in specific applications