Building Surface Services

Cleaning and/or removing paint and can bring out visually dramatic changes, exposing the original architectural detail and color of the surface. Cleaning and paint stripping may bring to light the extent of masonry restoration that may be needed to return the building to its original beauty and integrity.

These tasks are best performed by qualified workmen experienced in surface cleaning and paint removal using appropriate techniques. Care must be exercised in site preparation. The use of high quality products, appropriately selected for the application is a key to success.

Often, cleaning the exterior surfaces of masonry structures is a perquisite for further work. For example many materials used in concrete repairs require the surface to be clean. Similarly, brick restoration and stone repair may begin with cleaned facades. Masonry buildings that have been cleaned and restored are ready to accept water repellents which are penetrating while allowing the surface to breath.