What Is Difference Between the Terms “Paint” and “Coating”?

It is sometimes difficult to differentiate between the terms “Paint” and “Coating”. “Coating” is a more generic term and encompasses paint. ...

It is sometimes difficult to differentiate between the terms “Paint” and “Coating”. “Coating” is a more generic term and encompasses paint. While the primary property of coating is protective, paint may have the important additional property of colour along with protection. The colour properties of paint may occasionally be more important than the protective properties; however, with a coating, protection is always of primary importance. Many of the generic classes of coatings that are discussed throughout this dissertation can also used as linings. In reference to liquid applied systems, he words “Coating” and “linings” are, for the most part, used interchangeably throughout this dissertation.