Modern buildings are expected to meet the highest standards of aesthetics, functionality and long-term value retention. Façades, natural stone, glass, concrete and metal are exposed to weather, moisture, contamination, UV radiation, graffiti and intensive use every day. Nanopool’s surface technologies protect architectural materials, reduce cleaning and maintenance requirements, and extend the life cycles of high-quality structures.
Architects, building owners, property developers and operators face the challenge of preserving high-quality surfaces over the long term while optimising operating costs and resource consumption. Typical challenges include:
Professional surface protection plays a particularly important role in high-quality buildings and when working with sensitive materials.
Nanopool’s NP® Liquid Glass technology forms an ultra-thin, transparent protective layer on a variety of surface materials. By specifically functionalising the surface, water- and dirt-repellent properties are created without significantly altering the material’s natural appearance, texture or character.
The nanocoating supports the long-term protection of construction materials and helps to extend maintenance intervals and reduce care requirements throughout the entire life cycle of a building. The technology is suitable for numerous applications in architecture, construction and infrastructure.
Depending on the material and application, specialised nanopool technologies are available — each adapted to the substrate’s structure and stress profile.
Natural stone, concrete, mineral façades and historic surfaces — reduced water absorption, protection against contamination and environmental exposure.
Façade glazing, windows and glass surfaces — reduced contamination, easier cleaning, optical properties preserved.
Stainless steel, aluminium, metal façades and technical components — improved durability, reduced maintenance requirements.
Façade timber, interior fittings and high-quality wooden surfaces — protected against moisture while the natural appearance is preserved.
Nanopool nanocoatings are used in applications including:
The technology is suitable for both new-build and refurbishment projects, as well as for the long-term preservation of existing buildings. Nanopool technologies have already been used in demanding architectural, heritage conservation and infrastructure projects — from historic cultural buildings to prestigious façades and heavily used public surfaces.
Nanopool solutions help organisations preserve high-quality materials over the long term and manage operating costs efficiently:
Who are these solutions designed for?
The most common questions about surface protection in architecture and construction.
Nanopool technologies are suitable for a wide range of architectural materials, including natural stone, concrete, glass, metal and wood. The appropriate solution is individually tailored to the material, surface and application.
A nanocoating forms an ultra-thin, functional protective layer on the surface. This can improve certain properties, such as water and dirt repellency, without significantly altering the material’s natural appearance.
No. The transparent protective layers have been developed to preserve the natural appearance, texture and character of high-quality surfaces.
Yes. The water- and dirt-repellent properties can help to reduce contamination and make cleaning processes more efficient.
Yes. Preserving the original material properties is particularly important in sensitive applications such as heritage conservation.
Protecting surfaces and facilitating their cleaning can support usage concepts. Whether material life cycles, maintenance requirements or resource consumption actually change must be assessed for the specific application.
On treated façades, rain simply rolls off — taking dust and dirt with it. The stone keeps breathing, the building keeps its face.
Tell us about your project — the materials, the surfaces, the requirements. We advise architects, developers and operators on durable surface protection for architecture, construction, infrastructure and property.
