Australia Antimicrobial Nanocoatings Market Outlook

australia boasts a substantial and booming construction sector, and as such, has a vast and varied range of materials that can be used as a building blocks. antimicrobial nanocoatings, a fairly new, potential prospect for the construction sector stands to gain significant traction in the coming years. this resilient coating protects surfaces from the adverse environmental conditions and creates a durable surface that actively fights against damaging microorganisms. the adoption of antimicrobial nanocoatings in australia has been steady but significantly on the rise. some of the most popular uses include cladding, façades, wall linings, hardwood and timber. it is commonly utilised in public and commercial buildings, due to its superior strength and durability, as well as the additional element of protection it provides. this type of coating can be applied to a multitude of both interior and exterior surfaces such as plastics, metals, concrete, glass and ceramics. the main advantages of antimicrobial nanocoatings are their resistance to humidity, temperature, bacterial shaking and uv radiation, which makes this coating an attractive option when compared with other types of protection. additionally, it can withstand temperatures ranging from -40°c up to 120°c and can resist abrasion, scratches, impact or chemical attacks. another attractive advantage to the use of this type of coating is that it is designed with environmental sustainability in mind, and materials used to make the coating are biodegradable. furthermore, this type of coating can reduce energy and water consumption when compared to traditional coatings, and help to reduce the amount of vocs released into the atmosphere. it is expected that over the next decade, the global market for antimicrobial nanocoatings is expected to grow considerably and australia is likely to be at the forefront of this trend. this is in large part driven by legislation that seeks to reduce the emission of vocs in the environment, as well as from the increasing focus on energy and water efficiency. the use of antimicrobial nanocoatings in australia will become increasingly popular in the coming years as more and more people 2020 meet the regulatory requirements and industry standards. as such, this type of protective coating will enable businesses and homes alike to benefit from having supremely tough surfaces that actively defend against the damaging effects of microorganisms.