ABSTRACT
Since their introduction decades ago, acrylic polymers have gained a strong foothold in the coatings and allied industries as a result of their improved flexibility and adhesion compared to polyvinyl acetate emulsions, phenolics, and styrene-butadiene latex combined with their moderate cost. In addition, their significantly improved outdoor durability, including resistance to ultraviolet degradation, has mandated their use in several applications. In many respects, the name “acrylic” has become synonymous with a high performance level in a polymer system.
