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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Adept Materials Demonstrates Innovative Paint Technology to Combat Mold and Moisture Problems in Buildings
SOMERVILLE, Mass., July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Adept Materials today announced successful pilot testing of its breakthrough moisture control paint and primer technology, which lowered peak bathroom humidity levels by 15 percentage points in controlled tests. The innovation offers building owners and homeowners a powerful new tool against mold growth and costly moisture damage. Mold and moisture remain some of the most persistent problems facing homeowners, property managers, and builders, with billions of dollars lost annually to remediation, repairs, and health-related issues. Adept Materials' first products — the Lilypad™ brand of moisture control paint and primer — aim to provide a new line of defense for bathrooms, kitchens, and other high-humidity spaces. "Most people think of paint as just a finish, but it can be so much more," said Derek Stein, CEO of Adept Materials. "By drawing inspiration from nature's ability to self-regulate, we're creating paints and primers that transform passive surfaces into responsive, functional layers of protection." The company recently completed a year-long pilot installation and study in heavily used commercial bathrooms at Greentown Labs, supported by the InnovateMass technology development program of the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center. In controlled tests simulating typical shower conditions, bathrooms treated with Adept's moisture control paint maintained peak humidity levels that were 15 percentage points lower than those with conventional paint. For example, where conventional paint allowed humidity to spike to 95%, Adept's paint kept levels below 80%. The technology also demonstrated remarkable durability, showing no signs of functional or visible deterioration after more than 150 cumulative hours of high-humidity exposure. "Supporting technologies that directly improve sustainability and health in buildings is core to Greentown Labs' mission," said Irina Kous, Senior Operations Manager at Greentown Labs. "Adept's technology shows how a simple solution can supercharge moisture control and building efficiency, delivering meaningful real-world benefits," said Greg Ralich, VP of Labs and Safety at Greentown Labs. Building on this success, Adept Materials is now scaling up manufacturing and preparing for additional pilot projects across residential and commercial properties in advance of a full product launch. With growing awareness of mold's serious health and financial impacts, Adept Materials is ready to deliver a powerful new solution. The company's upcoming Lilypad™ brand of advanced moisture-regulating paints and primers represents a major leap forward in proactive building protection, targeting the excess humidity and condensation that create conditions where mold thrives. Early adopters have a limited opportunity to participate in pilot installations and experience Lilypad's humidity control benefits and premium aesthetics firsthand before the official product launch. Property managers, contractors, and homeowners interested in joining the pilot program can contact the company at pilot@ or explore the product further at About Adept Materials Adept Materials is an advanced materials startup company based in Somerville, Massachusetts. Founded by Brown University Physics Professor Derek Stein, Adept is dedicated to reinventing building materials to improve the health, durability, and sustainability of the built environment. The company's patented technology advances moisture, humidity, and thermal management. For more information, visit Adept Materials Media Contact media@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Adept Materials
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Scientists create mind-bending material capable of sucking water out of thin air — here's how it could transform indoor air quality
A team of researchers has unlocked a potentially game-changing innovation that could revolutionize air quality in indoor spaces. The scientists created walls and ceilings that can basically suck water from the air and store moisture until the room can be properly ventilated later. After the horrors of COVID-19, people became much more aware of indoor air quality. Sales of humidifiers and air purifiers skyrocketed. However, those devices can't stop a simple fact of science: When groups of people gather in tight spaces, the air will inevitably become thick with humidity. Most office buildings and schools are equipped with mechanical ventilation. While these systems are effective, they can be extremely expensive and use a ton of energy. The scientists from ETH Zurich sought to solve that problem by using the waste from marble quarrying as building materials. They then used metakaolin and an alkaline solution as a binder and built a wall and ceiling with a 3D printer. For the experiment, the team simulated a reading room with 15 people at a public library in Portugal — and it was thrilled with the results. "We were able to demonstrate with numerical simulations that the building components can significantly reduce humidity in heavily used indoor spaces," said building physicist Magda Posani, one of the leaders of the study. This breakthrough is huge for potential construction going forward. The materials and 3D-printing method are more cost-effective than traditional components. They are also better for the environment. A switch to these types of materials over traditional mechanical ventilation and dehumidifier technology could significantly reduce pollution over time. This is not the only technological advancement addressing the problem of indoor humidity. A company called Adept Materials recently developed a type of paint and primer that can also absorb moisture. When we think about protecting the environment, many of us consider personal choices such as recycling or driving electric vehicles. While personal responsibility matters, buildings, retail stores, and office spaces are also important fronts in the battle to preserve our environment. That's why the researchers' innovation is so important. Do you worry about the quality of the air inside your home? Yes — often Yes — but only sometimes Only when it's bad outside No — I never do Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Future buildings are not the only ones tackling this problem. Corporations such as Kohl's have committed to using energy-efficient LED lighting in their stores and warehouses. Kohl's has even installed solar panels at some of its locations. The scientists based out of Switzerland hope to build on this work and continue their research. The country set an ambitious goal to be net zero by 2050. In other words, it doesn't want to be releasing any gas pollution by then. To achieve this goal, it needs to construct extremely environmentally friendly buildings, and this research is an important step forward. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
