The latest research progress of several functional coatings are introduced and the research direction of functional coatings are prospected,such as the modified silicone lining coating for power plant chimney,ORV metal coating sealer,new solvent-free light epoxy repair material,high temperature resistant and high emissivity coating,magnesium alloy composite organic coating,polyurea automobile coating,water-based epoxy flame retardant coating,indoor wall intelligent coating system,polyethylene fishing net antifouling coating,orientation silicon steel water-based chromium free insulation coating,two-component intumescent fire retardant coating and water-based UV curable vacuum coating.