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Industrial Floor Coatings
Coatings for industrial flooring require unique surface properties which include COF and gloss control, scuff and abrasion resistance, and water repellency. Micro Powders offers the broadest range of wax additives for walking surfaces, including fine-to-coarse powders that impart anti-skid effects while providing a range of durable surface texturing.
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AquaBead® 270E
Request SampleAn anionic paraffin/polyethylene wax emulsion ideal for water repellency and weather/moisture resistance
- Provides excellent initial and long term water beading
- Imparts weather and moisture resistance
- Wax emulsion particle does not reduce gloss or clarity
- Anionic emulsion stabilization contributes to immediate hydrophobicity
AquaBead® 519
Request SampleA specially formulated wax composite that provides immediate water repellency and weather resistance
- Imparts immediate water beading
- Provides long-lasting water repellency
- Contains lower molecular weight polymers for faster water beading in water based and solvent based penetrating stains
- Combine with silica to improve weather resistance
AquaBead® 525E
Request SampleAn anionic paraffin/carnauba wax emulsion ideal for water repellency and weather/moisture resistance
- Imparts a uniform sandpaper-like surface texture when formulated in a matte polyester/acrylic system
- Typically added into the powder coating pre-mix before extrusion
- PTFE (PFAS) free
- Natural, sustainable, and renewable
- Biodegradable
MicroMatte® 1213 UVW
Request SampleA modified polypropylene wax densified with silica for consistent gloss control with clarity and stability in water based and UV/EB coatings
- Effective gloss control with good in-can stability
- Adds slip with scratch and mar resistance
- Nonabrasive wax technology imparts a smoother surface feel vs. silica-based additives
- Provides burnish and blocking resistance
- Improved film clarity vs. MicroMatte 1011 UVW
Microspersion® 1213 UVW
Request SampleA water based anionic dispersion of modified polypropylene wax, densified with silica for consistent gloss control with clarity and stability in water based and UV/EB coatings
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable anionic acrylic-stabilized wax dispersion
- Effective gloss control with good in-can stability
- Adds slip with scratch and mar resistance
- Nonabrasive wax technology imparts a smoother surface feel vs. silica-based additives
- Provides burnish and blocking resistance
Microspersion® 123AL-40
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of a highly engineered LDPE/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for unsurpassed scratch and scuff resistance
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Maximum scratch and abrasion resistance for anti-slip surfaces
- LDPE composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Does not lower COF like high density polyethylene grades
- Composite wax/aluminum oxide particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free aluminum oxide
Microspersion® 31HD-40
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of finely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in-can stability in water based paints, coatings and inks
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
- Improves burnish resistance vs. silica mattifiers
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in most water based systems
- Imparts anti-slip properties
Microspersion® 519
Request SampleAn anionic water based dispersion of a specially formulated wax composite that provides immediate water repellency and weather resistance
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable anionic acrylic-stabilized wax dispersion
- Imparts immediate water beading
- Provides long-lasting water repellency
- Contains lower molecular weight polymers for faster water beading in water based and solvent based penetrating stains
- Combine with silica to improve weather resistance
Microspersion® NM31-35
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A nonionic water based dispersion of finely micronized natural, biodegradable PHBV for efficient matting and burnish resistance in paints, coatings and inks
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Natural biofermentation powder
- Tough, high molecular weight biopolymer provides efficient gloss reduction
- Improved burnish resistance, better than many synthetic additives
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- Freshwater and marine biodegradable to OECD test standards
MicroTouch 800F
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800VF
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800XF
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 800XXF
Request SampleHighly resilient spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Different particle sizes available to create a unique surface "touch"
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MicroTouch 850XF
Request SampleHighly resilient modified spherical polyurethane beads that can modify the tactile properties of formulated coatings and inks while improving burnish, scratch and mar resistance
- Virtually indestructible elastic particles that distort when disturbed by a physical force and then return to their original spherical shape when the force is removed
- Provide different tactile effects ranging from satiny smooth to rubbery to leathery in properly formulated coatings
- Modified to enhance surface slip and lubricity
- Improves burnish and abrasion resistance
- Effective gloss reduction
MP-22XF
Request SampleHigh performance, versatile grade of micronized synthetic wax for improved slip, scratch and rub resistance in a wide variety and paints, coatings and inks
- Imparts a high degree of lubricity and slip with rub and mar resistance
- Provides antiblocking properties
- Gives long-lasting water beading and weather resistance to exterior alkyd-based stains
- Consider MP-22C & MP-28C (spherical) for improved surface slip
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Not a microplastic per ECHA definitions
MPP-123
Request SampleUnique grade of micronized low density polyethylene wax for extra toughness and block resistance
- Imparts a high degree of abrasion resistance
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Does not lower COF like high density polyethylene grades
MPP-123AL
Request SampleA highly engineered LDPE/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for unsurpassed scratch and scuff resistance
- Maximum scratch and scuff resistance for anti-slip surfaces
- LDPE composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9)
- Provides excellent antiblocking properties
- Does not lower COF like high density polyethylene grades
- Composite wax/aluminum oxide particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free aluminum oxide
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
NyloTex 140
Request SampleMicronized Nylon 66 for adding texture and surface durability to high temperature coatings
- Provides a uniform and controlled surface texture
- Imparts surface toughness and durability
- High melting point polymer is ideal for use in baking or high temperature curing systems
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in powder coatings
NyloTex 200
Request SampleMicronized Nylon 66 for adding texture and surface durability to high temperature coatings
- Provides a uniform and controlled surface texture
- Imparts surface toughness and durability
- High melting point polymer is ideal for use in baking or high temperature curing systems
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in powder coatings
NyloTex 50
Request SampleMicronized Nylon 66 for adding texture and surface durability to high temperature coatings
- Provides a uniform and controlled surface texture
- Imparts surface toughness and durability
- High melting point polymer is ideal for use in baking or high temperature curing systems
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in powder coatings
PropylMatte 31
Request SampleFinely micronized polypropylene for efficient matting and gloss control in paints, coatings and inks
- Provides consistent gloss reduction with no effect on coating viscosity
- Tough, high molecular weight polymer imparts burnish and abrasion resistance
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- Density (0.89) ideal for solvent based systems
- For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325S/270S
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylMatte 31HD
Request SampleFinely micronized densified polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control with superior in-can stability in water based paints, coatings and inks
- Efficient gloss reduction from satin to matte finish
- Improves burnish resistance vs. silica mattifiers
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in most water based systems
- Imparts anti-slip properties
- For more efficient matting with a fine microtexture, try PropylTex 325HD/270HD
PropylMatte 500
Request SampleFinely micronized polypropylene for consistent matting and gloss control in paints, inks and industrial coatings
- Provides uniform gloss reduction with good clarity, a smoother surface feel, and no viscosity effects when compared to silica additives
- Tough, high molecular weight polymer imparts superior burnish and abrasion resistance vs. silica
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- In powder coatings, lowers gloss, reduces slip, and functions as a highly effective degassing agent vs. benzoin
- Eliminates powder coating pinholes and improves surface adhesion when overcoating or using silicone sealants
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 100S
Request SampleCoarse particle size grades of micronized polypropylene for adding texture, structure and anti-slip properties to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides a consistent medium textured coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good film durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Easy to disperse powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 140S
Request SampleCoarse particle size grades of micronized polypropylene for adding texture, structure and anti-slip properties to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides a consistent medium textured coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good film durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Easy to disperse powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 20
Request SampleExtra coarse particle size grades of micronized polypropylene for adding texture, structure and anti-slip properties to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides a consistent coarse textured coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good film durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Easy to disperse powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
PropylTex® 200HD
Request SampleMedium particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild to medium texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 200S
Request SampleCoarse particle size grades of micronized polypropylene for adding texture, structure and anti-slip properties to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides a consistent medium textured coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good film durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Easy to disperse powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 200SF
Request SampleCoarse particle size grades of micronized polypropylene for adding texture, structure and anti-slip properties to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides a consistent medium textured coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good film durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Easy to disperse powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 230HD
Request SampleMedium particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild to medium texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 230S
Request SampleMedium particle size grade of micronized polypropylene for adding consistent texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds a medium texture effect to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Narrow cut mean particle size grades available for maximum texture control
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 270HD
Request SampleFine particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 270S
Request SampleMicronized polypropylene for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds a mild texture effect to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Narrow cut mean particle size grades available for maximum texture control
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
PropylTex® 325HD
Request SampleFine particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 325S
Request SampleMicronized polypropylene for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds a mild texture effect to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Narrow cut mean particle size grade available for maximum texture control
- For a finer texture, try PropylMatte 31
PropylTex® 50
Request SampleExtra coarse particle size grades of micronized polypropylene for adding texture, structure and anti-slip properties to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides a consistent coarse textured coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good film durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Easy to disperse powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
NatureTex® 140
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild to moderate texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable in both freshwater and marine environments
- High melting point
- Hydroxyl functionality (OH value 116)
- Microplastic alternative
NatureTex® 270
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild to moderate texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable in both freshwater and marine environments
- High melting point
- Hydroxyl functionality (OH value 116)
- Microplastic alternative
NatureTex® 200
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild to moderate texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable in both freshwater and marine environments
- High melting point
- Hydroxyl functionality (OH value 116)
- Microplastic alternative
NatureTex® 325
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Micronized naturally derived cellulose acetate for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds mild to moderate texture effects to the coating surface
- Naturally derived and biodegradable in both freshwater and marine environments
- High melting point
- Hydroxyl functionality (OH value 116)
- Microplastic alternative
Microspersion® EZ-2
Request SampleA synergistic blend of surfactants ideal for making waterbased wax dispersions
- Improved stability vs. Microspersion® EZ
- Use 4% Microspersion EZ-2 with (optionally) a defoamer to disperse up to 50% wax solids
- 40CFR Part 180 compliant for seed and agricultural systems
- Microplastic-free
- For maximum wax dispersion storage stability, post-add a thickening agent to increase viscosity and slow wax flotation
- Refer to our brochure and video on "How to Disperse Micronized Wax" guide for complete use instructions
MP-28AL
Request SampleA value engineered synthetic wax/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for scratch and scuff resistance
- Improves scratch, scuff and mar resistance
- Adds surface slip and lubricity
- Excellent gloss retention
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Not a microplastic per ECHA definitions
NatureMatte® C44
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Fine cellulose powder for superior gloss reduction with excellent viscosity stability
- Highly effective matting additive capable of achieving single digit gloss (60°)
- Superior in-can stability with no impact on rheology
- Biodegradable
- Natural, sustainable, and renewable
- Microplastic alternative
PolyTuf® 1229
Request SampleA highly engineered LDPE/ceramic/nanoceramic composite for abrasion resistance and surface durability
- High performance additive for maximizing surface abrasion resistance (Taber) and film toughness
- Fortified with two types of hard, inert ceramic particles
- Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance
- Ideal for walking surfaces
- PTFE-free alternative to Polyfluo 900
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
PropylTex® 270-18523HD
Request SampleFine particle size grade of densified micronized polypropylene for adding consistent surface texture and structure with excellent in-can stability in water based paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Particle density optimized to essentially eliminate flotation or settling in water based systems
- Adds a mild texture to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
PropylTex® 270S-16520
Request SampleMicronized polypropylene for reducing gloss and adding consistent surface texture and structure to a wide variety of paints and coatings
- Provides gloss reduction with improved burnish resistance vs. silica
- Adds a mild texture effect to the coating surface
- Tough, high molecular weight polypropylene gives good durability
- Does not lower COF; ideal for anti-skid surfaces
- Narrow cut mean particle size grades available for maximum texture control
- Adds texture in low bake (Low E) powder coatings
NyloTex 100
Request SampleMicronized Nylon 66 for adding texture and surface durability to high temperature coatings
- Provides a uniform and controlled surface texture
- Imparts surface toughness and durability
- High melting point polymer is ideal for use in baking or high temperature curing systems
- Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing
- Adds texture in powder coatings
Microspersion® 1229-40
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of a highly engineered LDPE/ceramic/nanoceramic composite for abrasion resistance and surface durability
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- High performance additive for maximizing surface abrasion resistance (Taber) and film toughness
- Fortified with two types of hard, inert ceramic particles
- Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance
- Ideal for walking surfaces
- Effective replacement for PTFE additives
Microspersion® 28AL-50
Request SampleA nonionic water based dispersion of a value engineered synthetic wax/aluminum oxide nanocomposite for scratch and scuff resistance
- Convenient, ready-to-use, pourable nonionic wax dispersion
- Improves scratch, scuff and mar resistance
- Adds surface slip and lubricity
- Excellent gloss retention
- Biodegradable to OECD 302C test standard
- Not a microplastic per ECHA definitions