Re-painting a 31-story building is never an easy job. But when that building is also the canvas for what is arguably the largest art piece in the world, the challenges are even greater. A PVDF-based coating was used to protect an iconic building against the passage of time and the sunny, humid, salt-air-laden climate of southern Florida.
Regular maintenance preserves the value of your investment for years to come. Knowing what to do ensures your labor lasts, so take an in-depth look at how to maintain and extend the life span of your exterior paint with the right techniques.
It’s easy to date many homes by the color of their brick. Know a 90’s home from the pink brick? How about a 60’s red brick? For many years, homeowners have been turning their dated brick homes into instant classics with one simple trick – coating the brick with Rhino Shield. To enjoy long-lasting performance, expert prep work and application is critical. Mike Moore, AmCoat’s Director of Products and Applications, said coated brick can last for decades.
This case history features Chicagoland's veteran-owned Rhino Shield elastomeric-ceramic coating business and highlights its newly updated formula that takes nanotechnology to the next level.
On the coast, painted walls tend to fade faster, are pummeled with wind-driven rain, are exposed to salt around the clock, and are breeding grounds for bio-growth like algae and fungus. One seven-story Destin, Florida, resort nestled between Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico was looking for a fresh update but wanted more longevity for its money.
According to a recent J.D. Power study, paint satisfaction has remained steady as prices have increased. The study released rankings in the interior paint, exterior paint and stain, and paint retailer segments.
This article takes a look at some of the architectural coating trends that have affected the market and will likely continue doing so for the foreseeable future.
The downside to being a paint shop during the summer is that the sun is harsh. This article will discuss the sun's effects on paint, why that damage takes place and what you can do to avoid it.
