Nano coating guide Canada

Make use of the water- and oil repelling properties of nano coating

From automotive to food processing and from interiors to textile: a nano coating is useful in almost any sector. Not only does nano coating seal the car lacquer but also makes the windows of a skyscraper self-cleaning. In this article we will take a look at the many possibilities liquid nano coatings offer.

To provide you with an idea of whether nano coating is what your project needs, we’ll give you 5 examples of benefits the coating can bring along. Nano coating:

  1. Decreases cleaning costs: grease and dirt slides off windows and solar panels.
  2. Protects from vandalism: becomes an effective anti graffiti or anti urine layer.
  3. Prevents short-circuits: ideal for electronic uses and electrical systems.
  4. Increases safety: dangerous fungi and bacteria cannot attach to the surface.
  5. Slows down deterioration: durable protection for sensitive and porous surfaces such as concrete bridges and monuments.

These benefits are possible thanks to nanotechnology that makes use of tiny nano particles. Therefore, the coating does not form a layer on the substrate like traditional coatings, but becomes one with the substrate instead. Due to this, liquids no longer penetrate the surface, and dirt, grease and fungi cannot adhere.

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3 steps to determine the best nano coating product for you

When opting for a nano coating for your project, you should keep in mind the purpose and material of the substrate: wood, glass, concrete and metal all require different products. For example, you should apply a ceramic coating on car paint, and a water repelling, self cleaning nano coating for windows. Want to know more about nano coatings? Visit Nanocoating.com.

Here we will bring you closer to the most suitable nano coating through the following 3 steps.

Step 1: Start with the effect you expect from the coating

Essentially, the main types of nano coatings are hydrophobic coating, hydrophilic coating, oleophobic coating and nano coatings based on glass or ceramics – the differences depend on the chemical composition and ingredients.

Therefore, it is crucial to first determine what you expect from the coating.

1. Self cleaning

Suitable coating: Hydrophilic coating
What it is: this nano coating is based on titanium dioxide and it is suitable especially for smooth surfaces. Titanium dioxide breaks almost any organic bond in UV light. It does not repel water, but attracts it instead; creating a thin, tiny water filter which creates a self-cleaning effect. The coating is extremely hygienic; you will literally see water and dirts slide off the surface.

Examples of applications: skyscraper windows, medical instrument, solar panels and greenhouses. 

nano coating on shoes makes the waterproof

Nano coating (hydrophobic coating spray) for textile applied on shoes to make them waterproof.

2. Hydrophobic coating with dirt repellent

Suitable coating: Hydrophobic coating and oleophobic coating
What it is: hydrophobic and oleophobic literally mean afraid of water and afraid of oils. The effective ingredient in these coatings is silicon dioxide which prevents water and contaminants from adhering to the surface. This type of nano coating is also known as hydrophobic coating and is available for nearly any surface; the most common applications take place on bathroom floors and walls, but they are also applied to make textile waterproof.

Examples of applications:  hydrophobic coating for car windows, walls and floors in the food processing industry, eyeglasses, sanitary facilities, textile, plastic, exterior furniture etc.

3. Resistant to impact

Suitable coating: Glass- or ceramic coating
What it is: like hydrophobic coating and oleophobic coating, ceramic and glass coatings are based on silicon dioxide; however, the concentration is higher. This makes the nano coating extremely hard, almost insoluble and resistant to a wide range of chemicals. Due to the extreme hardness of the coating, it is also somewhat resistant to impact and scratches. Therefore, it is one of the most popular nano coatings in the automotive coating and refinishes sectors as nano glass coating.

Examples of applications: Car paint, statues, machines, as a top coat on floors and walls.   


Step 2: Consider the substrate when choosing a product

Even though nano coatings are suitable for almost any substrate, not every coating adheres to all substrates. The optimal adherence is created by adding ingredients that support adhering to the wished material such as smooth metal or porous concrete. Therefore, the products are  also often named according to the substrate they are suitable for: for example Nano Concrete, Nano Plastic and so on.

It is thus important to choose for a product that is especially developed for the surface you wish to coat. If you anyway choose for a product that is made for a different substrate, the coating may not adhere and the effect may not be as wished.


Step 3: Look for products for professionals

Once you know which nano coating you need, it is time to purchase the coating. To make the job little easier for you, we have compiled a short overview of professional nano coatings available in Canada. Do not hesitate to contact us if you are interested in the products from the following manufacturers, or if you are looking for a personalised nano coating solution.

Nano coating companyAddress
NanoprotexQuebec, Canada
Get Detailed50 Doncaster Ave. #9 Thornhill, Ontario
Unicoatings4236 Colonel Talbot Rd. London, Ontario
Car Care Shoppe65 Denzil Doyle Ct #110, Kanata, Ontario

5 things to keep in mind before applying nano coating

Even though nano coatings are known for their many benefits, they also have a less beneficial side: keep in mind that nano coatings are not always the right solution. You should consider at least the following 5 things before deciding to go for nano coatings.

  1. Easy to clean: nano coatings, however, are not resistant to harsh cleaning chemicals and microfibre cloths.
  2. Type of substrate: every substrate requires a different nano coating.
  3. Limited durability: nano coatings are not for ever. Some products may deteriorate very fast and need another layer shortly after the first is applied.
  4. Contamination: the coatings are not suitable for old, contaminated substrates. The substrate must be absolutely clean.
  5. Product names: the names manufacturers give their products may be confusing; anti graffiti and glass coating are most often names of nanocoatings.

Have you come to the conclusion that nano coating is not the right coating for your project? We know all the alternatives. We are happy to help answer any questions you might have about (nano) coatings. Additionally, we have an extensive network of coating experts whose expertise is at your disposal. Do not hesitate to contact us for tailored advice.

Applying nano coatings: find a certified applicator

Let’s say you are curious about using nano coatings in car manufacture. Or you wish to protect electronic devices from short-circuits. Or maybe something completely else. We at Coating.co.uk are happy to offer our services to help you  find the right nano coating. In cooperation with our coating partners, we can also draw up a competitive proposal for applying nano coatings.

Nano coating innovations for medical and environmentally friendly purposes

Nanotechnology is the basis of many innovative experiments and prototypes. For example hospitals make use of nanotechnology in antimicrobial floor and wall coatings as the hydrophobic coating also prevents bacterial life from flourishing. Next to that, medical equipment and implants can be nano coated to make them safer. The newest innovation that can improve the processing in the medical sector is graphene nano coating; the graphene coating however, still needs further research and development before it can be brought to the market.

Nano coatings also contribute to improved and cleaner environment; they are used as anti urine coating which prevents the fluid from adhering to the surface, and as anti graffiti paints which make removing graffiti easy.

2 replies
  1. Mohamad Kassab
    Mohamad Kassab says:

    DO you have a Nano paint for cars? not Nano coating! painting as in changing the color of a vehicle, which is peal-able later on

    Reply
    • Ayold
      Ayold says:

      Dear Mohamad,

      Thank you for your interest in nano coating for cars. Unfortunately, Coating.ca does not provide coating directly – we are a Coating Connection Service, connecting large scale projects with the right coating company for the job. For nano coating for cars we recommend you contact your local garage for advice. Good luck with your car!
      Best regards,

      Sofia – Coating.ca

      Reply

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