Abstract: A coating composition resistant to heat, flame and molten metal when applied as coating to a substrate. The composition includes an elastomeric binder and a particulate filler dispersed in the binder. The filler comprises particles of high aspect ratio in two dimensions relative to a third that co-operate when in a coating to provide a barrier within the binder. Also disclosed are an assembly comprising a substrate with a coating thereon, a fabric assembly resistant to spills and splashes of molten metal and a flame resistant building product.

Abstract: A coating solution for providing a corrosion resistant coating to a metal surface including: a water soluble silicate; and at least one metal ion (X) selected from those having a valence of less than or equal to +4; wherein said coating solution forms an aqueous silicate-X network such that the silicate remains soluble, and wherein on contact with a metal surface (Y) a coating comprising of silicate-X and Y is formed.