What are Coatings? -- Polymerization and Film Formation -- Flow -- Mechanical Properties -- Exterior Durability -- Adhesion -- Corrosion Protection by Coatings -- Acrylic Resins -- Latexes -- Polyester Resins -- Amino Resins -- Binders Based on Isocyanates: Polyurethanes -- Epoxy and Phenolic Resins -- Drying Oils -- Alkyd Resins -- Silicon Derivatives -- Other Resins and Cross-linkers -- Solvents -- Color and Appearance -- Pigments -- Pigment Dispersion -- Effect of Pigments on Coating Properties -- Application Methods -- Film Defects -- Solventborne and High Solids Coatings -- Waterborne Coatings -- Electrodeposition Coatings -- Powder Coatings -- Radiation Cure Coatings -- Product Coatings for Metal Substrates -- Product Coatings for Nonmetallic Substrates -- Architectural Coatings -- Special Purpose Coatings -- Perspectives on Coating Design.