Water-based and solvent-based, they protect and enhance plastics like PVC, PP, PET, ABS, PMMA, polystyrene  or polyurethane foam. An endless range of aesthetic effects is available.
Prodotti
UV Coatings for Vinyl and LVT Floors
With unequaled mechanical and chemical resistance, coatings are guaranteed a very long life. A very wide range of versions is available, including anti-slippery and sanitizing options. They are produced in all desired colors, either extra glossy or super matt.
Green
Technologically advanced products designed for guaranteeing maximum sustainability:
– Renewable: Waterborne coatings featuring at least 70% of raw materials based on renewable sources, 90% of which bio-based, or solvent based coatings featuring at least 30% of raw materials based on renewable sources, 80% of which bio-based.
– Low content of monomers and free photoinitiators
– IOS MAT compliant: Coatings compliant with the directives provided for by specifications IOS-MAT-0066 by IKEA.
– High Solid and very High Solid: Ready to use coatings whose dry residue exceeds 60% (high solid) or 90% (very high solid).
– EN 71/3 compliant: Coatings compliant with EN 71/3 standard on the content of heavy metals.
– VOC free: Solvent-based products without volatile organic compounds, that is with 100% dry residue.
– Ozone care: Coatings formulated with substances having a minimum impact on ozone.
– Aromatic free: Coatings without aromatic solvents.
– Formaldehyde free: Coatings without formaldehyde.
– Styrene free: Coatings without styrene.
BCA – Block Chain Addition
The new technology revolutionizing wood coatings
Milesi BCA comes from the process allowing coating film formation, ensuring very quick drying times, a long pot life and an extreme ease of use, combined with excellent aesthetics
– Green Isocyanate-free, formaldehyde-free, no formaldehyde emission, and aromatic-free
– Mechanical resistance Scratch resistance according to UNI EN 15186 (Method B) ≥ 0,6 Newton; Surface hardness according to UNI EN 10782 ≥ HB
– Chemical resistance Cold liquid resistance accordint to UNI EN 12720, B rated
– Color change resistance Light fastness (gray scale) UNI EN 15187 according to UNI EN 15187 regulation: 4 to 5 rated (high resistance)
– Pot-life Three days at least
– Drying time* 30 minutes approx.
– Easy to use Similar to a mono-component product
*Â at room temperature, standard humidity conditions and with the ready-to-use product
Milesi HEALTHY.WOOD
What if we tell you that on the surfaces of the furniture all around you, the growth of bacteria can be reduced by 99.9%?
That the countertops where you prepare your food, the desks your children study at or the floors they play on, the tables of your favorite restaurant or the furniture in your hotel room, can always be as sanitary as freshly cleaned with the appropriate detergents?
What if we tell you that with Milesi’s innovative HEALTHY.WOOD sanitizing wood varnishes , all this is possible?
HEALTHY.WOOD
HEALTHY.WOOD is the new line of Sanitizing Self-Sealers and Topcoats that provide surfaces with full and long-lasting protection against growth of bacteria without using sanitizing cleaners.
Learn more at HEALTHY.WOOD
Outdoor Resistance
Coatings involved in systems studied to afford maximum wood protection outdoor, complying with one of the following certifications:
Light fastness
Finishes whose color is extremely resistant to exposure to light.
Tested according to UNI EN 15187 regulation (evaluation of light exposure effects), they achieve the minimum reported value:
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 1K | 4/5 |
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 2K | 4/5 |
| ·   Waterborne UV | 4 |
| ·   Solvent-based UV | 4 |
| ·     UV 100% | 4 |
| ·   Polyurethane | 4 |
| ·   Acrylic | 4/5 |
| ·     Polyester | 4 |
| ·     Pre Cat | 3/4 |
| ·     BCA | 4/5 |
Greening Resistance
Polyester topcoat, since the first week after application, may show a green color swift.
Milesi topcoats greening resistance overcome greening effects.
Scratch Resistance
Finishes with an exceptional surface hardness, which are neither scratched nor scarred and whose resistance is comparable to plastic laminated boards.
Tested according to UNI E. 15186:2012 method B regulation (evaluation of the resistance of surfaces to scratching by penetration), they achieve the minimum reported value:
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 1K | 0,35 N |
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 2K | 0,4 N |
| ·   Waterborne UV | 0,5 N |
| ·   Solvent-based UV | 0,6 N |
| ·     UV 100% | 0,5 N |
| ·   Polyurethane | 0,5 N |
| ·   Acrylic | 0,4 N |
| ·     Polyester | 0,5 N |
| ·     Pre Cat | 0,3 N |
| ·     BCA | 0,6 N |
Dirt Retention Resistance
Finishes resistant to dirt retention: coated surfaces prevent dust from filling them.
Tested according to UNI 9300: 2015 regulation (resistance of surfaces to retain dirt), they achieve the 5 classification.
Cracked Ice
They reproduce the shapes of frozen expanses, whose surface cracks into multiple sections of random shapes, bordered by natural scores that create color contrasts.
Water-based Coatings for Glass
They are available in all desired colors, in the smooth and embossed versions, and several effects can be obtained on flat surfaces and rounded elements.
Coatings for Marble
Clear coating solutions that enhance and protect the natural beauty of marble.
Coatings for Digital Printing
Innovative solutions for companies that use digital printing processes on various media, like wood, wood-based panels, paper, laminated plastic boards or cork. They offer excellent surface mechanical performance. They are suitable for several types of ink and enhance the brightness of colors and the high definition of printing, guaranteeing a very long life to surfaces. Specific coating cycles for digital printing on floors are characterized by unsurpassed resistance to trampling.
Coatings for Impregnated Papers
Water-based and solvent-based, they are ideal for all types of decorative impregnated papers used for lining flat or shaped chipboards, MDF and HDF. They give surfaces excellent chemical and physical resistance. A countless range of aesthetic effects and all colors desired are available for these finishes.
Milesi has also developed an innovative coating process with UV soft-touch finishes with very low sheen for surfaces characterized by high scratch, abrasion and fingerprint resistance.
Coatings for Styrofoam
Specific pigmented systems in every desired color, high glossy or full matt, for applications on the most diversified surfaces and shapes. The ideal choice to create artistic and spectacular solutions.
Coatings for Polyurethane Foam
Specific pigmented polyurethane systems featuring perfect adhesion and maximum hiding power. They allow to achieve the final desired effect even on these peculiar surfaces, choosing between the countless proposal within Milesi range.
Abrasion Resistance
Ideal finishes for all abrasion-resistant flooring, they protect floors from damages caused by foot traffic and wear and tear.
Tested according to UNI EN 15185:2011,  by Taber S42 (method for evaluating the resistance of surfaces to abrasion), they achieve the A, B or C classification.
Tested according to ASTM D4060 (method for evaluating the resistance of surfaces to abrasion for the US market), they achieve the AC3 minimum classification.
Metal Marking and Polishing Resistance
Metal Marking Resistance finishes and Polishing Resistance finishes are studied to maintain surfaces that are particularly subject to scratching with items, such as tables and desks, beautiful and matt.
Impact Resistance
Highly resistant finishes, which protect surfaces from bumps and shocks, like those caused by a falling object, preventing cracks or separation of the coating from the substrate.
Tested according to ISO 4211-4: 1988Â regulation (impact resistance), they achieve the minimum 4 classification.
Cold Liquid Resistance
Finishes that do not get stained when they enter in contact with liquids that are commonly used at home, like coffee, oil, wine, detergents or alcohol.
Tested according to UNI EN 12720: 2013 regulation (evaluation of surface resistance to cold liquids), they achieve the minimum reported value:
| ·     Waterborne for interiors 1K | C |
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 2K | B |
| ·   Waterborne for exteriors 1K | B |
| ·     Waterborne UV | B |
| ·   Solvent-based UV | B |
| ·     UV 100% | B |
| ·     Polyurethane | B |
| ·     Acrylic | B |
| ·     Polyester | B |
| ·     Pre Cat | C |
| ·     BCA | B |
Tested according to IOS-MAT-0066 regulation, they achieve the minimum reported value::
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 1K | R4 |
| ·   Waterborne for interiors 2K | R2 |
| ·   Waterborne UV | R2 |
| ·     UV 100% | R2 |
| ·   Polyurethane | R2 |
| ·   Acrylic | R2 |
Bacterial Resistance
Primers and finishes compliant with ISO 22196 standard, which prevent bacterial growth by over 99.9 cent, guaranteeing a top level of hygiene and protection without using sanitizing cleaners.
The sanitizing particles integrated in the formulation guarantee a consistent distribution of the product to be applied; all parts of the coated surface are perfectly resistant to bacteria growth.
Products compliant with UNI EN 13501-1 European standard
Water-based and solvent-based fire resistant coatings designed for coating cycles in compliance with UNI EN 13501-1 European standard on fire reaction classification of building products and elements. They slow down the flame propagation speed, reduce the emission of smoke and help with the extinction of fire. The fireproof cycles tested according to this standard have obtained outstanding values.
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IOS MAT Compliant – Physical Properties
Finishes with chemical resistance that complies with the provisions of IOS-MAT-0066 specifications.
Products compliant with UNI 9796 standard
Products forming painting cycles compliant with UNI 9796 Italian standard. This standard defines the classification of fire resistant coatings according to their reaction to fire. Materials are arranged in six classes: from 0 (nonflammable) to 5 (easily flammable). Class 1 is the most suitable class to protect the materials involved in the fire.
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Products certified according to the IMO Regulation on ship furnishings
Products compliant with the IMO/MED regulation for the maritime industry, which requires the use of fire resistant coatings for interior furnishing of ships in compliance with the regulations on safety at sea.
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Products compliant with NF P92-507 standard
Products included in coating cycles compliant with NF P92-507 French standard. This standard defines the classification of fire resistant coatings according to their reaction to fire. Classification follows a scale from M0 (fireproof) to M4 (easily flammable). Class M1 identifies the top level that can be achieved by a coating.
Products compliant with NF ASTM E84 standard
Products forming painting cycles compliant with NF P92-507 American standard. This standard defines the classification of fire resistant coatings according to their flame propagation speed based on a specific parameter (flame spread index). Classification includes a scale from A (slow propagation speed) to C (high propagation speed). Class A identifies the top level that can be achieved by a coating.
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Raindrops
They reproduce the effect of raindrops when they hit a surface: traces, either round and well defined or long and thin, can be selected in any desired shape and color.
Frost Crystals
They create pleasant geometrical patterns that look like frozen needles that form on vegetation. Natural shades or original colors can be chosen.
Gold
They reproduce the color of this precious metal on wood.
Antique Gold
They create the attractive contrasting shades of old gilt on wooden surfaces.
Silver
With these coatings wood can be used to design furniture that seems to be made of this refined material.
Aluminum
They give wooden surfaces the look of this metal, which is particularly popular in contemporary furniture.
Chrome
They turn wood into this material of a typical steel gray color.
Rust
They reproduce the oxidization effect on  iron when exposed to humidity, for modern and peculiar wooden elements.
Brass
They turn wood into shiny brass surfaces.
Oxidized Brass
They give wood the look of this aged alloy.
Brushed Brass
They decorate surfaces with the elegant and refined brass color, reproducing the typical brushing lines.
Flower-Patterned Metal
They reproduce the effect of steel enriched by concentric circles, typical of industrial-looking metals.
Marble
They imitate this valuable material so that precious wooden inserts can be created, with no limits to creativity thanks to the wide range of colors and vein patterns.
Cement
They reproduce the uneven and very rough surface of cement on wood.
Smooth Cement
They reproduce the effect of smooth and leveled cement on wood.
Matt Blackboard
They turn surfaces into areas on which you can write, erase, rewrite or draw. Doors to a piece of furniture can be customized with a sentence, doors with drawings, tables with a menu.
Several versions can be selected: slate, the desired shades or the typical dark colors of blackboards, on which you can scribble with colored chalks.
Shiny Whiteboard
They turn furniture into a whiteboard on which you can scribble, with washable felt-tip pens, creative images and expressions or useful to-do lists.
Mother-of-Pearl
They reproduce the traditional white pearly iridescent color of mother-of-pearl, in several shades and with different levels of sheen, on wood.
Hammered Mother-of-Pearl
They reproduce mother-of-pearl on wood with a more dynamic, almost three-dimensional effect: the surface becomes artistically textured thanks to a special application method.
Leather
They reproduce this valuable material, imitating different tans, finishes and colors.
Snake Skin
They imitate reptile scales: very fashionable for apparel and fashion accessories, they have become a must have finish also in home furniture and accessories.
Galuchat
They coat wooden surfaces reproducing the elegant stingray skin.
Silk
They make surfaces more valuable by adding the smooth and soft texture of silk.
Spun Yarn
They embellish surfaces with discreet and elegant patterns. The color settles in threads on the surface, creating color contrasting fine lines in chromatic or delicate tone on tone combinations.
Mosaic
They reproduce the clever manual combination of small tiles to create precious surfaces with the maximum chromatic freedom.
Luminescent
They can be seen … in the dark only. When there is no light, the surfaces coated with these innovative products stand out in a dark environment; a piece of furniture can be seen in full, or just reveal some selected details.
Boucle’
This finish looks like the bouclé working of wool carpets.
Scented
They slowly release the favorite scent. When a wardrobe or a drawer is opened, a delicate scent can be smelled from the linen that is kept in them.
Glitter
An exclusive finish that reproduces the iridescent and sparkling reflections of glitters.
Soft Touch
They create the soft and velvety effect typical of the smartphone or tablet covers.
Embossed
They give the surface a rough finish with a variable texture.
Craquelet
They are ideal to create valuable antiqued effects: irregular cracks and ruptures in the dominant surface color reproduce the canvas of an old painting that has worn out over the years.
Coatings for exteriors
Milesi waterborne and solvent based wood coatings solutions for exteriors enhance the beauty of wood while providing protection and durability. Ideal for all kinds of wood commonly used outdoors, Milesi coatings are easily applied with all application equipment systems. They are the perfect solution for door and windows, building parts, furniture and wood flooring. They defend them from atmospheric agents and from molds, fungi and bacteria creating a protective barrier which preserves their beauty in time. Thanks to their maximum elasticity they provide for the highest adhesion to the substrate.
Waterborne Coatings for Interiors
They are suitable for those who want to limit VOC emissions into the atmosphere, while maintaining maximum ease of use. They meet the technical and application needs of both large industry and craftsmen.
Polyurethane Coatings
They are the ideal solution to give surfaces excellent resistance to liquids and abrasion, as well as an excellent aesthetic look. They are ideal for all types of wood commonly used and meet the application and performance needs required by the Industry of Furniture and of Living.
Acrylic Coatings
Ideal for those looking for maximum resistance to yellowing of the coated substrate and an excellent grain design.
In the “natural effect” version, the wood is perfectly protected while maintaining an “uncoated” appearance.
They feature excellent mechanical and chemical resistance and meet all the application and performance needs required by both the Industry and the Craftsman.
Waterborne and Solvent Based UV Coatings
They represent the ideal solution to guarantee high chemical-physical resistance.
The customized cycles are created and perfected thanks to the constant collaboration with the Customer directly on its coating lines.
UV100% Coatings
They are VOC-free, UV-curable solvent-based coatings with 100% dry residue.
They represent the ideal solution to ensure exceptional chemical-physical resistance, as well as maximum environmental and human health consciousness.
The customized cycles are created and perfected thanks to the constant collaboration with the Customer directly on its coating lines.
Pre-Catalysed Coatings
The ideal solution for those looking for excellent ease of use combined with shortest drying time.
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Polyester Coatings
The reference choice to achieve total glossy closed-pore surfaces, with exceptional surface hardness.
Thanks to their high dry residue, they have extremely low VOC emissions. Basecoats, also called poliesterini, feature excellent filling power and shrink resistance.
BCA Coatings
The revolutionary technology that completely changes wood coatings.
BCA products combine the best features of polyurethane, acrylic, pre-catalyzed and post-catalyzed coatings, and offer functional features that have been unconceivable so far:
- drying time: 30 minutes and Pot-life over than 3 days
- free from isocyanates and aromatics
- perfect aesthetics, similar to the best Polyurethanic and Acrylic topcoats
- easy to use, comparable to a mono-component product
- scratch resistance, surface hardness and cold liquid resistance performance better than the best polyurethane and acrylic topcoats
- light fastness comparable to the best acrylic topcoats
Excimer UV Finishes
Innovative UV topcoats designed for excimer systems combine exceptional features in a single product. They offer outstanding chemical and physical resistance and an excellent look.
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- Scratch Resistance: scratch resistance tested according to UNI EN 15186 standard (Method B): 1.5 Newton (N)
- Abrasion Resistance: abrasion resistance tested according to Martindale – Internal method, Delta gloss 0.2
- Metal Marking and Polishing Resistance: they guarantee that the surface subject to friction remains beautiful and matt
- Adhesion: measured with the cross-cut test according to ISO 2409 standard Class 0 (top adhesion)
- Cold Liquid Resistance: resistance to cold liquids tested according to UNI EN 12720 standard Class B
- Light Fastness: resistance to exposure to light tested according to UNI EN 15187 standard – 4/5 Gray scale
Excimer UV finishes, which are available in clear and pigmented versions and all colors desired,
- are almost totally matt
- are anti-fingerprints
- give a Soft-Touch effect
Nitrocellulose Coatings
They are ideal to coat traditional style and rustic furniture and are particularly suitable for retouching and renovation.
They allow to obtain a sophisticated aesthetic result: the finishes have a soft and waxy touch effect.