Spruce Up Your Commercial Building
As the dark nights give way to lighter evenings and the colder damp weather subsides it is an ideal opportunity to inspect your commercial building. Maintenance now can save on costly repair bills in future if you own the building. If you rent can save…
Paint Colour of the Year 2018 Predictions
As we approach the last quarter of this year we look at the predictions for most popular colours for 2018. Previously we have mentioned that colours do seem to go through stages. Just before the millennium a lot of cladded buildings and office windows were…
Why Does Paint Fade?
Paint failure on external elements of a building can become unsightly and affect the overall appearance. The initial and subsequent coatings used to provide an identity to a building through colour and it also provides a protective layer to the underlying substrate. The resulting degradation…
How the UK Weather Affects Coatings on External Facades
The UK is prone to all weather conditions and in certain instances, these can be extreme. These weather conditions can cause damage to external coatings to facades on buildings throughout Britain and Northern Ireland. We look at how the UK Weather affects Coatings on the…
How Bird Droppings Affect External Paintwork
Bird droppings can prove to be a costly experience for commercial building owners. The effects of droppings can vary from unsightly areas on the building façade to complete corrosion of the paint surface. We look at how bird droppings affect external paintwork and the solutions…
Faded Powder Coating- Causes and Prevention
The appearance of aged powdered coated windows, doors and facades may show signs of significant fading. Powder coating can deteriorate at differing speeds dependent on conditions and if left without appropriate treatment may fail completely. We look at the causes of faded powder coating, how…
How Does Electrostatic Spraying Work?
Electrostatic spray painting is a cutting-edge method for coating metal surfaces with paint. In this article, we’ll break down the science behind it in a way that’s easy to understand. The Basics of Electric Charge Before diving into electrostatic spray painting, let’s briefly explore the…
Glossary of Architectural Features Found on Commercial Buildings
Glossary of Architectural Features Found on Commercial Buildings When refurbishing metalwork it is wise to know something of the terminology used, so this glossary of architectural features found on commercial buildings may be useful. Architrave: A moulding framing a window or other opening. Armature: Metal…
Paint Spraying Contractors
Paint Spraying Contractors Success is built upon a positive impression which entails much more than branding and a prolific marketing campaign. Many aspects of a business influence the perception of customers, clients and staff including the appearance of the building itself. As well as being…
Why Does Powder Coating Flake Off, Bubble, Chip or Crack?
Powder coatings on metal were first used commercially in the 1960s to reduce the excessive use of toxic chemicals. Now, the powder coating process is relatively simple and it is widely used as an environmentally friendly alternative to liquid coating. It produces a durable and…
