A coating is any layer of material applied to a surface that dries into a protective or decorative film. Paints, stains, primers, and sealers all fall under this umbrella, and each one is formulated for a particular job.
Choosing the right coating starts with the surface it will sit on. Stucco, wood, metal, and drywall all behave differently under sun and weather, and matching the product to the material is where a job’s durability begins.