planks, panels, slabs, sheets, tablets, slats, timbers, lumber, battens, strips, pieces, sections, segments, blocks, plates, boards
covering - layer - film - veneer - finish - surface - shell - skin - overlay - sheath - casing - cladding - glaze - lamination - plating - varnish - paint - sealant - membrane - encrustation - patina - lacquer - enamel - frosting - mask - screen - shroud - wrap - blanket - jacket - envelope - crust - pellicle - facing - sheeting - slip - wash - dip - bath - anointing - smear - spread - application - daub - swathe - swath - overlaying - surfacing - topping
Coating refers to a thin layer or covering that is applied to the surface of an object, usually to protect, decorate, or provide a specific functional property. Coatings can be applied in liquid, gas, or solid forms and can be made from a wide variety of materials such as paints, films, and metal layers. This is a common process in various industries including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and construction, where the coating helps to enhance the durability, appearance, and performance of the products.