Emperor super hydrophobic technology is revolutionising what is possible with an exterior paint.
The latest innovation
Our products create a super hydrophobic surface which causes rain to form beads that simply roll away before they can soak into the surface.
The latest innovation
Our products create a super hydrophobic surface which causes rain to form beads that simply roll away before they can soak into the surface.
Not your standard paint
This is in contrast to the vast majority of the standard exterior paints, who make a wide variety of claims such as 'weatherproof', 'weather resistant' or 'waterproof'. The reality is, if a product doesn't completely repel water, it is not fully waterproof and will uptake water over-time.
Not your standard paint
This is in contrast to the vast majority of the standard exterior paints, who make a wide variety of claims such as 'weatherproof', 'weather resistant' or 'waterproof'. The reality is, if a product doesn't completely repel water, it is not fully waterproof and will uptake water over-time.
How it works
The Emperor super hydrophobic effect is achievable thanks to our innovative nano-technology. Under a microscope our products have millions of tiny pyramids that mean water cannot attach to the surface. These pyramids are invisible to the naked eye, leaving a normal, smooth finish. With a very small contact angle greater than 160°, the super hydrophobic surface that Emperor products create simply causes the water to roll away, keeping surfaces completely dry.
How it works
The Emperor super hydrophobic effect is achievable thanks to our innovative nano-technology. Under a microscope our products have millions of tiny pyramids that mean water cannot attach to the surface. These pyramids are invisible to the naked eye, leaving a normal, smooth finish. With a very small contact angle greater than 160°, the super hydrophobic surface that Emperor products create simply causes the water to roll away, keeping surfaces completely dry.
The benefits
By keeping exterior surfaces dry, Emperor super hydrophobic technology can have a number of benefits:
Prevents damage and extends the lifespan of the surface
Discourages organic growth
Ensures long-term performance without peeling
Saves you money
The benefits
By keeping exterior surfaces dry, Emperor super hydrophobic technology can have a number of benefits:
Prevents damage and extends the lifespan of the surface
Discourages organic growth
Ensures long-term performance without peeling
Saves you money
Emperor super hydrophobic technology reduces water absorption by 96%
We are extremely proud to be pioneering super hydrophobic technology in the UK. The reality is, standard masonry paints and other exterior products generally are not waterproof and will allow moisture to absorb over-time. To be completely waterproof, a product must be repel water like our Emperor super hydrophobic technology.
A super hydrophobic surface causes water to completely repel from the surface, leaving it to create a perfectly spherical bead of water. To be classed as super hydrophobic, the contact angle of the bead of water must be higher than 160° or in other words, the bead of water must be circular. If you drop water on to a non-super hydrophobic surface such as a bare brick or a wall painted with standard masonry paint, the bead of water will not repel and will begin to soak into the surface. Why not order one of our hand-painted colour cards to see our Emperor super hydrophobic technology for yourself?
The Emperor range of products have been independently tested by an independent UKAS accredited laboratory in a series of tests. Part of these tests included a water absorption test in order to establish how Emperor Paint products perform when subject to harsh weathering. The results found that Emperor Paint products reduce water absorption by 96% and pass the BS EN ISO 12572 (water vapour resistance) Quality Standard.
We offer a range of products that all contain our Emperor super hydrophobic technology. We offer two products for exterior walls; Emperor Masonry Paint and Emperor Masonry Creme, as well as Emperor Wood Waterproofer, which is designed to protect wooden fencing, decking and cladding from weathering.
While Emperor Masornry Paint and Emperor Masonry Creme contain the same technology and are both designed for use on masonry, there are a number of differences. Emperor Masonry Paint is a coloured paint that can be applied to both previously painted and bare, non-painted exterior walls, while Emperor Masonry Creme is an invisible treatment that is only suitable for bare, unpainted exterior walls.
Emperor Paint products are easy to apply using a brush, roller or airless spray machine. Specific details about how to prepare the surface and how best to apply the products can be found on our handy 'how to' guides or on each product data sheet.
Emperor Paint products are highly breathable, ensuring that while moisture cannot enter the surface due to our super hydrophobic technology, moisture from inside the surface can naturally breathe out in order to keep your home dry.
Our Emperor Masonry Paint and Emperor Masonry Creme have been independently tested and certified to withstand harsh weather conditions for a minimum of 25 years without peeling, flaking or failing. That is why we offer a lifetime guarantee on both products, as they will far exceed this 25 year proven performance and never peel, flake or blister.
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