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ReviewPolymers2026

Styrene-Acrylic Elastomeric Waterproofing Membranes: Composition, Performance, Durability and Emerging Formulation Technologies.

Artemis Kontiza, Maria Pastrafidou, Ioannis A Kartsonakis

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Review in Polymers, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Artemis KontizaDepartment of Mechanics, School of Applied Mathematical and Physical Sciences, National Technical University of Athens, 15780 Athens, Greece.ORCID 0000-0002-5679-6488
Maria PastrafidouLaboratory of Physical Chemistry, School of Chemistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece.ORCID 0009-0001-3501-0829
Ioannis A KartsonakisLaboratory of Physical Chemistry, School of Chemistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece.ORCID 0000-0002-4987-9947

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Water-based elastomeric waterproofing membranes based on styrene-acrylic (S/A) copolymers have emerged as an important class of materials for modern construction due to their combination of flexibility, adhesion, environmental compatibility, and long-term durability. These membranes form seamless protective layers capable of accommodating substrate movement while preventing water ingress across a wide range of building structures. Recent advances in polymer chemistry and emulsion technology have significantly improved the performance of S/A systems, particularly in terms of crack-bridging capability, weather resistance, and UV stability. In addition, optimized formulations incorporating functional fillers, rheology modifiers, and hybrid polymer architectures enable improved mechanical performance and impermeability. This review provides a comprehensive overview of S/A elastomeric waterproofing membranes, covering polymer chemistry, formulation strategies, physico-mechanical properties, durability mechanisms, and real-world construction applications. The review also compares S/A systems with alternative waterproofing technologies such as polyurethane (PU), cementitious coatings, and bituminous membranes. Finally, emerging developments in advanced polymer architectures, nano-reinforced coatings, and sustainable formulations are discussed, highlighting future research directions for high-performance waterproofing systems.

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acrylic–styrene blendscrack-bridging performancedurability in waterproofing systemsimpermeability enhancementliquid-applied waterproofingpolymer dispersion technologystyrene–acrylic copolymersUV and weather resistanceVOC reduction/eco-friendly coatingswater-based elastomeric membranes

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PMID42280599
PMCPMC13259415

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