Cladding painting guide

Chapter 2: Costly Mistakes in Cladding Painting

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Cladding Painting Guide Chapter 2: Costly Mistakes in Cladding Painting

Don't Risk Losing £10,000's! Here's What NOT To Do

In this chapter, we’ll shed light on the perils associated with opting for cheap paints or inexperienced painters in the realm of cladding painting. Cutting corners or opting for budget-friendly options might seem like a cost-saving strategy, but it often leads to severe and disastrous consequences. 

Navigating The Pitfalls - Using Cheap Paints And Novice Painters

Subpar Quality

While cheap paints might offer immediate cost savings, they often lack the quality and durability needed to weather cladding demanding conditions. The result? Premature peeling, fading, and a tired-looking facade.

High quality, specialised paint must be used on cladding painting projects; to adhere to the surface adequately, to withstand weather conditions and to last over 10 years.

Inexperienced Painters

Hiring inexperienced painters for cladding painting can result in poor preparation, wrong product application, and lack of attention to detail. This elevates the risk of poor adhesion and lacklustre outcomes.

It’s important to hire professional painters with expertise and experience in cladding projects and a portfolio of their work to show.

Cladding Painting Gone Wrong: Real Examples

To understand the potential consequences better, let’s look at some real-world examples of cladding painting gone wrong. These cautionary tales highlight the importance of making informed decisions before carrying out cladding maintenance or painting.

Self Storage Saga

A self-storage company contracted an inexperienced painting service to refresh the exterior cladding of their self-storage facility. The painters used subpar paint products and failed to prepare the surface adequately. Quite soon after completion, the paint began to blister and peel. To make matters worse, the painting company went out of business, leaving the property owner with a costly mess.

The Unforeseen Expenses

Another case involved a property owner who decided to cut costs by using inexpensive paints on their metal cladding. The initial savings quickly evaporated when the cheap paint failed to adhere properly.

The cladding became discoloured, and rust spots appeared. It soon became apparent that an entire repaint was necessary. This leads to significantly higher expenses than if they had chosen the right products initially.

The Long-Term Costs Of Poor Paint Choices

The consequences of using the wrong products for cladding painting extend beyond immediate disappointment. They carry significant long-term cost implications that property owners should be aware of:

  • Repeat Work: Ill-fated paint choices often necessitate repeat work. When the initial paint fails to deliver the required durability and longevity, property owners find themselves embroiled in remedial measures. This includes stripping the failed coating, surface preparation, and the application of a new paint system. Not only does this incur added costs, but it also disrupts the property’s normal operation.
  • Property Devaluation: Cladding in disarray – peeling, faded, or deteriorating – exerts a negative influence on the property’s overall appearance and market worth. Prospective tenants or buyers may be discouraged by the unsightly state of the cladding, leading to diminished property appeal and, in turn, decreased property value.
  • Repair Expenses: Neglecting cladding can lead to substantial repair expenses. The longer issues like rust and corrosion are left unattended, the more extensive and costly the repairs become. Routine cladding maintenance can avert the escalation of these issues.

Conclusion

In summary, opting for cheap paints or inexperienced painters may provide fleeting financial respite, but it comes at the expense of enduring property damage and heightened expenditures. Property owners should prioritise the quality and expertise essential for a successful and cost-efficient cladding painting venture. The upcoming chapters will unveil strategies to sidestep these pitfalls and make informed choices for your cladding.

Cladding Painting Guide The Next Chapter

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Chapter 3: Understanding Different Types of Paints

Understanding different types of paints and their suitability for different environments. Cladding paint isn’t a one-size-fits-all deal. Various paints are tailored to distinct conditions and demands.

Your choice of paint should harmonise with your environment’s unique attributes, encompassing variables such as temperature, climate, and surroundings. Read this chapter for insights on how to select the right type of paint

Speak To The Experts

Seeking advice from experts can make this process less daunting and more rewarding. Companies like USP Coatings not only bring expertise in cladding painting but also offer invaluable insights during a free quote consultation, steering your project towards success.

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