coaters
Those applying layers
Coaters are machines or devices that apply a layer of material—such as paint, adhesive, or protective film—onto a surface.
In industrial settings, coaters range from simple roller applicators to sophisticated equipment used in manufacturing processes like paper finishing or semiconductor production.
The term also refers to people whose job involves applying coatings, though this usage is less common than the mechanical sense.
Bristled cleaning tool
Liquid that dries glossy
- lacquerGlossy protective coating
- glossShine or annotation
- enamelHard glossy coating
- shellacResinous wood coating
urethane · polyurethane · satin · matte · glaze · sealant · primer · basecoat
Repels aqueous substances
- water-repellentResisting water penetration
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- membraneThin tissue sheet
- gore-texBreathable waterproof membrane
DWR · silicone · wax · paraffin · neoprene · rubber · latex · bitumen
Prevents metal degradation
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- shieldingProtecting from harm
- fireproofUnable to ignite
- heat-resistantUnaffected by high temperatures
UV-resistant · scratch-resistant · abrasion-resistant · chemical-resistant · weatherproof · sealant · primer · galvanizing
Pertaining to warmth
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
- cellulosePlant wall polysaccharide
- reflectiveCasting back light
- acousticRelating to sound
soundproofing · heat-resistant · intumescent · fire-retardant · aerogel
brush
Bristled cleaning tool
squeegee · airbrush · mitt · dauber · extruder · dispenser · gravure
varnish
Liquid that dries glossy
shellac · urethane · polyurethane · satin · matte · glaze · sealant · primer · basecoat · clearcoat
hydrophobic
Repels aqueous substances
- water-repellentResisting water penetration
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- membraneThin tissue sheet
gore-tex · DWR · silicone · wax · paraffin · neoprene · rubber · latex · bitumen · asphalt
anti-corrosion
Prevents metal degradation
heat-resistant · UV-resistant · scratch-resistant · abrasion-resistant · chemical-resistant · weatherproof · sealant · primer · galvanizing · anodizing
thermal
Pertaining to warmth
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
- cellulosePlant wall polysaccharide
- reflectiveCasting back light
acoustic · soundproofing · heat-resistant · intumescent · fire-retardant · aerogel
- papermakingpulp mills, pulp, paper mill, cellulose, wood pulp
- sugar coatedMade unpleasant things palatable
- chocolate-coated waferLayered crisp in confection
- sugar-coated insult
- powder coatedElectrostatically applied, heat-cured finish
- sugar-coated barbInsult disguised as praise