Entirely water-borne alkyd-based coatings are achievable through the careful selection of emulsifiers and by using the correct emulsification technique. The surfactant selection is critical as it will impact the ease of the process and the end properties of the coating.
The Maxemul 7000 series from Croda is a combination of advanced versatile emulsifiers suitable for all alkyd resin types (short to long oil) to generate stable water-borne coatings with uncompromised dry film properties. This series of emulsifiers has become a standard for water-borne alkyd resins and are evolving with new advancements in the technology. The company will present these evolutions at the European Coatings Show 2025.
