Polyurethane
Polyurethane
A large family of polymers often used in floor coatings because urethane films can provide greater hardness without brittleness than is possible with most other polymers. They also have good chemical resistance combined with good adhesion. Aliphatic urethanes (water-based) are made by reacting organic isocyanate with compounds containing a hydroxyl (OH) group.| Related Articles Using the Term: polyurethane |
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| Tarkett Launches the Scale Study Series Collection from Designer Suzanne Tick ...matched durability in high-traffic areas. Tarkett’s Techtonic is a massive shift forward in performance for hard surface floors. Its advanced new polyurethane technology is super tough, resisting scratching, abrasions, scuffing and staining—ensuring that floors look nicer, longer. <br /... |
| Making memories: Tips for preserving and creating meaningful wooden pieces ... important to protect the surface. Try using a one-step stain and finish such as Minwax PolyShades. It combines beautiful rich color and long-lasting polyurethane protection in one easy step. You can apply it on top of an existing polyurethane finish or on bare wood. *If you’re taking on you... |
| Hardwood finishes are more eco-friendly than ever ...es include a stain covered by a protective layer or topcoat. Because of their durability and resistance to moisture, these finishes - which encompass polyurethanes, paints, shellac, varnish, lacquer and wax - are easier to maintain and more popular than ever. And advances in wood-coating technology ... |
| Three Steps to Conserve Energy and Save Money ...ps, an expanding foam sealant can be used. DAPtex Plus latex foam sealant is user-friendly and features the same sealing and insulating properties as polyurethane foam without the problems of overexpansion, solvent cleanup and getting it stuck to your fingers. DAPtex Plus is designed to not over exp... |
| TERAGREN® INTRODUCES NEW PORTFOLIO STRANDBAMBOO FLOATING FLOOR COLLECTION ...llation. Engineered with Teragren’s proprietary Xcora™ technology, it features micro-bevel edges and ends, along with a durable 7-coat aluminum oxide/polyurethane finish. Consumers can breathe easier with Teragren’s new Portfolio flooring line, which qualifies for FloorScore® certification throug... |