How We Prepare Your Warehouse for a Painting Project
When running a warehouse, you must consider all the various operational elements that keep your business moving. However, while you may be thinking of upkeep and maintenance of your machinery and equipment, what about the warehouse itself?
In many cases, painting your warehouse can keep the building looking fresh and help prevent environmental wear and tear. If your warehouse is starting to look like it needs a fresh coat, Luke Kush Painting is here to take on the job, no matter the size.
But what can you expect when we come to paint your warehouse? How will it impact your business and daily operations? Well, here are the steps we take for warehouse painting preparation, and we’ll work with you to ensure any disruptions are kept to a minimum.
Step 1: Choosing the Right Paint
Before we can even start adding primer to the walls and ceiling, we need to know which kind of paint you want. However, this step goes well beyond choosing a color scheme. Some of the most common warehouse paints include:
- Urethane and Polyurethane – These paints are flexible and durable, so they work well in areas that require constant cleaning. This way, you don’t have to worry about rubbing the paint off too quickly.
- Rust-Inhibiting Paint – If your warehouse is hot and humid, you have to worry about mold and rust. This type of paint can significantly extend the life of the building.
- Specialized Coatings – A few coats of paint can do wonders for keeping your warehouse in good condition, but you also want to make sure it will last. We can add specialized coatings like anti-slip and anti-scratch surfaces to make your warehouse safer and more wear-resistant.
If you’re unsure which kind of paint will work best for your needs, our sales team can walk you through each option. We’ll need to conduct a site visit to determine the best practices for warehouse painting prep, as each project is unique.
Step 2: Clearing the Way
This step is often the most complicated and time-consuming because you must move equipment, machinery, furniture, and other elements to make room for our crew. That said, we can work with you to minimize any operational delays so you can maintain your bottom line while still investing in a cleaner, more wear-resistant warehouse.
Typically, we paint the interior walls and ceilings, but we can also paint the floors if necessary. For example, if you have markers separating different sections or want to add safety decals. If you want us to paint the floor, we’ll have to remove everything to make room. Otherwise, we can simply move each item away from the walls, allowing you to use equipment more easily.
Depending on the situation, we may paint the warehouse in sections or try to do the whole building at once. We’ll also cover any machinery or warehouse elements, so drips and splats aren’t an issue.
Step 3: Cleaning the Surfaces
Even if your warehouse is relatively new, chances are the surfaces are covered in grime and dirt. So, before we can apply a primer or a coat of paint, we must clean everything as much as possible. Pressure washing the warehouse for painting can remove years of grime in a matter of minutes.
This step ensures that the paint bonds with each surface correctly and will last as long as possible. The last thing you need is to repaint the entire warehouse because there was too much dirt on the walls. That said, there is another factor to consider: repairs.
Handling warehouse wall repairs before painting is crucial because it ensures the damage won’t spread or worsen over time. Painting over cracks and a crumbling facade won’t do anything to fix the problem. As we start prepping warehouse walls for painting, we’ll notify you of any damaged sections that need immediate attention.
As with clearing the area, we can clean the warehouse in sections or do the whole building at once. If you’re worried about disruptions and delays, we can segment the warehouse so you can keep working while we’re painting a particular section.
Step 4: Applying the Paint
Once each surface is ready to go, we’ll start painting! Our team works quickly and efficiently, and you’ll marvel at the results. We can transform the entire look and feel of your workplace in a matter of hours or days.
Realistically, we’ll need to use multiple kinds of paint on different parts of the building. For example, ceiling paint is unique because it’s thicker and dries faster (to avoid dripping). Also, if you have different paint types for individual sections, we’ll divide the work accordingly.
Finally, there’s a huge difference between interior and exterior paint. We use non-VOC paints for the inside, so you never have to worry about harmful fumes or off-gassing. However, exterior paint is made differently to withstand environmental damage, so it may emit odors or chemicals. But since it’s used outside, you won’t need to shut down operations while we work.
Paint Your Warehouse With Luke Kush Painting Services
If you’re ready to upgrade your warehouse with a fresh coat of paint, Luke Kush is ready to help. We work with all Kansas City businesses and companies to ensure they get the best results with as few disruptions as possible.
Our team is dedicated to ensuring you’re completely satisfied with the process from start to finish. Warehouse painting preparation doesn’t have to be an overwhelming or stressful experience. With our professional team onsite, we can handle everything quickly and efficiently so you have peace of mind. Call us today to schedule a consultation.
