Mattex Pro is a patented, engineered high-performance functional mineral product, with specially processed calcined kaolin as the core component. It is typically presented as a highly pulverized white powder and possesses outstanding characteristics such as excellent scrub resistance, low sheen, strong hiding power, and good compatibility. It plays a pivotal role in the architectural coatings industry, bringing revolutionary upgrades to paint formulation and performance.
The core structure of Mattex Pro is based on naturally occurring kaolin, which undergoes specialized dehydroxylation modification and precision processing. Its unique particle morphology and crystal structure are optimized through engineered technology, enabling it to interact synergistically with other paint components. This structural design not only enhances the mechanical properties of the paint film but also achieves precise control over sheen and gloss, eliminating the need for additional flatting agents in formulation.
Mattex Pro is specifically designed for architectural coatings, with excellent compatibility for water-based architectural paint systems. It is widely applicable to interior flat paints, premium interior flat paints, and other architectural coating formulations, adapting to different PVC (pigment volume concentration) systems and seamlessly integrating with common paint raw materials such as acrylic emulsions, titanium dioxide, and thickeners.
Product | Brand | Features | Form | Interior Flat Paint | Premium Interior Flat Paint | Compatibility with TiO₂ | |
BASF | Patented Engineered Calcined Kaolin | Highly Pulverized Powder | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Superior Scrub Resistance
Low Sheen & Excellent Touch-U
Outstanding Hiding Power & Tint Strength
Simplified Formulation
Mattex Pro exhibits excellent comprehensive performance in architectural paint applications, with key performance indicators and advantages as follows:
Performance | Description | Features |
Scrub Resistance | Meets ASTM D2486-06 standard, with scrub cycles up to 1700 for premium formulations | Significantly higher than conventional products, enhancing paint film durability and service life |
Burnish Resistance | Complies with ASTM D6736-08 standard, with minimal gloss difference (0.4 - 2.8) before and after scrubbing | Maintains stable appearance, avoiding gloss increase due to wear |
Hiding Power | Contrast ratio reaches 97.8% - 98.5% (3 mils film thickness) | Ensures full coverage with reduced pigment usage, optimizing formulation cost |
Chemical Compatibility | Stable performance in pH 6 - 8 systems, compatible with common paint additives | Adapts to various architectural paint formulation systems, strong versatility |
Mattex Pro is mainly used in the architectural coatings industry, focusing on the following application scenarios:
Interior flat architectural paints (52 PVC and 49 PVC formulations)
Premium interior flat paints requiring high scrub resistance and touch-up performance
Water-based architectural coatings pursuing cost optimization without compromising performance