SiO2 nanoparticles with a fluorinated polylactide and applied by a simple procedure on
stone surfaces. The coating showed hydrophobic properties, reaching a maximum static
contact angle of 137 on stone. This behavior was ascribed to an increase of surface
roughness (as confirmed by AFM). Water vapour permeability and capillary water absorption
confirmed the efficacy of the hydrophobic treatment. Finally, we have been able to remove …