Factories and warehouses are some of the biggest commercial painting jobs there are. 

It can be difficult to maintain the paint jobs in massive indoor spaces. However, with the proper care, you can ensure your paint jobs look better and last longer.

Here’s some advice to keep your factory or warehouse’s paint job looking its best!

Ensure it’s done right the first time

This tip is a given, but it’s not one to skip out on. Remember to hire a professional to paint your warehouse or factory. Having someone with years of experience painting your interior is a great way to keep your building looking great.

Weigh your options; look for a painter, who has previously worked in industrial settings like factories and warehouses. 

Using the right paint

Due to their rough nature, factories and warehouses need to be coated with strong paints. Having the right supplies will slow down fading and corrosion

Consider using one of the following types of paint:

• Polyurethane
• Alkyd
• Epoxy
• Zinc-Rich

Polyurethane paints have an extra protective coat to help it stay on surfaces longer.

Alkyd paints thrive in various settings. It’s used everywhere from underground to underwater.

Epoxy paints are super strong. You can also alter how adhesive they are by mixing varying amounts of it.

Zinc-rich paints are best for metal surfaces. They prevent corrosion, due to their polyurethane resin binders.

There’s a plethora of options to choose from and picking the right paint will make your factory or warehouse shine!

Having a timeline

A proper commercial paint job will extend a building’s life. However, it’s something you have to maintain over time.

Ideally, you should have a timeline to repaint your building. Warehouses and factories take a lot of hits; giving your facility a new paint job when you notice many areas with physical damage is helpful.

Know what to look for

Paint faces wear and tear over time. Recognizing such signs will make your warehouse or factory look better and stay safe. Pay attention to your walls and flooring.

Since the walls are exposed to chemicals, the paint can fade. In the case of metal walls, rusting can occur if they aren’t maintained. Additionally, forklifts hitting the walls can cause cracking. 

Floors often peel. If you let things deteriorate for too long, it can create dangerous working conditions for employees. You need to keep floor markings fresh and visible to warn employees about potential hazards.

Keep it clean

Debris such as dust will quickly ruin your beautiful paint job! That’s why you need to dust the walls with special tools like microfiber cloths and vacuums with soft brush attachments. 

Factory and warehouse walls can dirty fast; using the right cleaning solution will stop small stains from becoming bigger problems. Pressure washing is the best way to clean an industrial setting because it’s speedy and efficient.  

A key thing to remember is to test the pressure washer on a small surface before using it on your walls. It prevents you from stripping the paint.