Revolutionizing acrylic emulsion coatings: Enhancing self‐cleaning, anti‐fouling, and antibacterial qualities through fluorosurfactant integration

Abstract

Acrylic emulsion coatings are widely used for decorating and protecting construction surfaces. They offer numerous advantages such as ease of use, affordability, and environmental friendliness. However, they are susceptible to weather conditions, environmental factors, and bacterial growth, necessitating improvements to overcome these drawbacks. Fluorosurfactants are known for enhancing product performance, improving resistance to dirt, and increasing the cleaning and antibacterial properties of acrylic emulsion coatings. By effectively applying fluorosurfactants to acrylic emulsion coatings, their self‐cleaning performance can be enhanced by up to 85%. Additionally, the surface becomes highly waterproof and resistant to bacterial penetration, extending surface protection for up to 10 years.