Waterborne Coating Market Outlook:
Waterborne Coating Market size was valued at USD 1.5 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 3.1 billion by the end of 2035, rising at a CAGR of 7.8 % from 2026-2035. In 2026, the industry size of waterborne coatings is assessed at USD 1.6 billion.
The expansion of the waterborne coating market is primarily influenced by heightened environmental regulations and an increasing demand for low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) solutions. Global regulatory authorities, particularly in North America and Europe, are implementing strict limits on solvent emissions, which is encouraging manufacturers to shift towards waterborne formulations. The trends of urbanization and infrastructure development in areas such as the Asia-Pacific are further driving the need for durable and sustainable architectural and industrial coatings.
Moreover, advancements in waterborne chemistries (including adhesion, weather resistance, and drying time) are contributing to the reduction of the historical performance disparity with solvent-based coatings. A notable instance from the concrete industry is Arkema, which has launched a waterborne polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) product line known as Kynar Aquatec. As reported by the Adhesives & Sealants Council, Arkema’s waterborne PVDF range has received the “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” label due to its remarkable sustainability performance: these coatings provide 300-400% greater durability compared to conventional cool-roof chemistries and achieve a 90% decrease in lifetime VOC emissions.
