New paint-like coating makes tough surfaces that repel spills, scratches (w/ Video)
Thursday, March 5, 2015 - 14:00
in Physics & Chemistry
A new paint that makes robust self-cleaning surfaces has been developed by a team led by UCL researchers. The coating can be applied to clothes, paper, glass and steel and when combined with adhesives, maintains its self-cleaning properties after being wiped, scratched with a knife and scuffed with sandpaper.