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“Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026”: Call for papers open until April 26

The EC Conference “Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026”, formerely known as PRA’s Wood Coatings Congress is calling for papers. Submit your abstract until April 26 and be part of a leading platform for innovation in wood coatings.

08.04.2026

The European Coatings Conference “Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026 is calling for papers.

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The European Coatings Conference “Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026 is calling for papers. Source: Olivier Le Moal - stock.adobe.com

Taking place October 6–7, 2026 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, the conference will bring together experts from across the coatings value chain to discuss the latest developments in wood coatings for interior and exterior applications.

Researchers, industry professionals, and innovators are kindly invited to present their latest findings, from fundamental research to practical end-use applications and actively shape the dialogue around the future of wood coatings.Topics includ e a broad range of areas, including environmental and sustainable solutions, new technologies and raw materials and standards, testing, and measurement methods.

Find out more about the event and submit your abstract.

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