THEME & PROP COATINGS
Polyurea Spray Elastomer Technology for Scenography
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Scenography is what brings our greatest stories and most inspiring performances to life, whether in the theater, at the theme park, or on the big screen. Every detail of production comes together to immerse the viewer and capture their imagination, leaving them lost in the performance until the moment curtains close. Creating these often large and complex props and sets is no easy task, and maintaining their appearance after countless performances can be an even greater challenge. To create unforgettable designs that steal the show time and time again, prop makers and set designers can use polyurea spray elastomer technology. These highly durable and equally versatile polymer materials can create realistic, visually impressive props and sets, and help protect special effects, animatronics, and everyone on and behind stage. They’re perfect for replicating natural textiles like wood or stone, or turning any space into a futuristic or fantastical new world. Polyurea theme and prop coatings offer limitless potential for customization, and can quickly turn a professional applicator into a realized artist!
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Prop coatings can be used to create stunning visuals that can make or break a performance. They can be formulated in various colors and finishes, or engineered for specific physical properties, offering a customized turnkey solution ready to bring artistic concepts to the limelight. Beyond prop production, polyurea prop coatings can also contribute to the safety and efficiency of the entirety of the production process. They feature non-slip surfaces, which reduce the risk of dangerous accidents and injuries for both the actors and technical staff alike. They’re also highly resistant to physical abrasion, chemical corrosion, and UV degradation, helping ensure that props maintain their appearance and stay showtime ready night after night.
set design &
construction
Just as for props, polyurea theme coatings can completely transform set design and construction. Polyurea theme coatings are applied layer by layer, and can be formulated to have specific qualities to achieve the perfect aesthetic. They can be used to protect high-traffic props and equipment, add a colored or textured finish to set components, or even build entire sets layer by layer!
But even beyond the flexibility afforded by their formulation and application, perhaps their greatest advantage is their strong resistance against physical stress and chemical corrosion. Sets are routinely subjected to frequent and abrasive handling, transport, assembly, and of course, use, which can result in significant wear and tear that damage their appearance, turning eye candy into an eyesore. Polyurea prop coatings and theme coatings can help protect set elements from their demanding conditions, saving money and removing one more headache from always hectic production cycles.
special effects & animatronics
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FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Polyurea theme coatings and prop coatings are a two-in-one solution for professional scenographers. They can be used to create complex prop designs, which are effectively preserved and protected by virtue of polyurea's inherent durability and flexibility. They can also be used for their protective properties alone, shielding special effects and animatronics from damage or deterioration.
Polyurea prop coatings and theme coatings are often one and the same; the terms “prop” and “theme” refer to their application, with some prop coatings functioning well as theme coatings, and some theme coatings functioning well as prop coatings. The key is to choose the best polyurea material for each specific application, based on substrate material, operating requirements, environmental conditions, and other project-specific considerations.
Polyurea coatings can prove essential for prop production, set design and construction, and protecting special effects and animatronics. They can build props and sets from the ground up, or add colored and textured finishes to make set elements pop. For more complicated mechanical and electrical systems like animatronics, they can be used to protect these invaluable assets and avoid costly and disappointing downtime.
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ArmorThane has led the protective coatings industry for more than 35 years, servicing our global community of customers and professional applicators with the highest quality polyurea and polyurethane products and services. We love seeing our technology take center stage and help create or protect art around the world, and are proud to partner with production teams to build their dream props and sets, or protect their latest innovation. If you’re ready to incorporate polyurea coatings into your next performance, consider partnering with ArmorThane. We’re your one-stop-shop for everything polyurea and polyurethane, and our 24/7 customer service and technical support team are ready to help with anything you need. Contact us today, and discover why ArmorThane has led the industry for over three decades!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
TYLER GLECKLER
I am a chemist with a specialization in nanotechnology and applied materials chemistry. My work has focused on the characterization of optoelectronic materials, namely including semiconductor nanocrystals.
