Advanced Coatings and Materials for Conservation and Durability of Modern Buildings
A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Corrosion, Wear and Erosion".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 January 2026 | Viewed by 1560
Special Issue Editor
Interests: natural stones; natural stone decay; building pathology; prevention, protection and conservation of stone materials; coatings; international and unconventional standards for durability tests of natural stones; case studies of real-world projects
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will address the multifaceted challenges and advancements in the field of natural stone durability and conservation within built heritage. As natural stones form the backbone of historical and contemporary architecture, understanding their decay mechanisms and implementing effective preservation strategies is crucial. We welcome contributions that delve into the pathology of stone materials, examining both intrinsic and extrinsic factors influencing their deterioration. Innovative approaches in the prevention and protection of these materials, along with the development and application of international and unconventional standards for durability testing, will be highlighted. This Special Issue also seeks detailed case studies from laboratory studies for application to real-world projects, providing insights into practical applications, failures and successes in buildings protection and conservation efforts, particularly through the application of advanced coatings. By integrating scientific research with practical case studies, this Special Issue will foster a comprehensive understanding of the preservation of natural stone heritage.
The scope of this Special Issue broadly includes (but is not limited to) the following:
- Advanced coating technology in modern building conservation: water protectives; UV-protectives; bio-inhibitors; corrosion inhibitors for reinforced elements; anti-graffiti coatings; cleaners, anti-staining, multifunctional coatings, etc.;
- Novel formulations;
- Interactions between coatings and stone substrates (i.e., structural and finishing solid stone units, slabs for claddings, flooring roofing, etc.);
- Weather resistance assessment in outdoor exposure;
- International standards and unconventional protocols for durability testing;
- Case studies in real-world applications;
- Extensive reviews.
Dr. Carla Lisci
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- building durability
- building pathology
- conservation
- advanced coatings
- durability testing
- case studies
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