Few things are more important to your place of business than making sure that it is painted properly. Your business’s exterior is your first chance at making a quality first impression with clients, and one of the best ways of securing that good first impression is, of course, making sure that its paint job is in good order. Of course, that can be easier said than done. Painting an entire structure can always be a major challenge, doubly so when it’s a commercial structure. Not only is that a tall job from a logistical standpoint, but you also have to make sure that your paint job speaks to the overall tone you wish to set for clients as they approach your business.
These quick tips can help you sort out some of the most common problems with commercial paint jobs.
Problem: Cracking or Peeling Paint
One of the most common problems with paint is and always has been its tendency to crack, chip, flake, and peel away. That being said, this problem takes on an especially problematic connotation when it’s your business’s décor and, thus, reputation at stake. A flaky, run-down interior wouldn’t be suitable for your home, and it certainly isn’t suitable for your company. You will, thus, want to be sure to use paints that are less likely to peel and flake. In addition, adding a layer of coating over that initial painted layer can help reduce cracking or peeling.
Problem: Dirt and Grime
This is yet another of the most common problems for anyone looking to paint property – namely, the question of how to deal with dirt and grime. When trying to paint a surface, debris and stray materials can get everywhere. You never want to be in a situation where you constantly find dirt and grime getting under your paint itself. Tempting as it may be to simply paint over it, this will only lead to your paint becoming rougher and the paint itself becoming discolored. Instead, you want to take the time to make sure that you clean any and all dirt and grime off of a surface ahead of time when painting. This means using cleaning agents that can help in this regard.
Problem: Foul Odor
One of the most difficult paint job problems to deal with is foul odor. This is due to the fact that foul odor is something that’s all too easy to identify, but not necessarily easy to deal with. Commercial-grade paints will have fumes, so to a certain extent, you are stuck with them. You’ll want to open windows and make sure the space is well ventilated during the painting process, though. In addition, you’ll want to look into paint options that attempt to cut down on the number of fumes. In addition, you’ll want to make sure that the foul odor itself is coming from the paint fumes – if it’s something else, you’ll naturally need to address that all on its own.
Painting your place of business is incredibly important. It can also be incredibly fulfilling. With these simple tips and tricks, you’ll be ready to paint like a pro in no time.