The process of applying cement to external walls to achieve a smooth or textured surface is known as rendering. Strata buildings that have been rendered typically require a repaint every ten years to keep the surface looking fresh and new. However, paint on rendered surfaces can break down over time due to factors such as oxidation, exposure to the elements, or fading.

When this happens, the paint often turns chalky, meaning that paint coatings on the surface start to fail and the render can crack. It is crucial for body corporate committees or managers of rendered strata buildings to understand how long paint is likely to last and to manage budgets and plan accordingly.

Our Guide to Painting Rendered Strata Buildings will help you achieve the best outcome possible. The strata painting method typically involves the following steps:

1. Cleaning the surface

It’s important to clean your surfaces before painting for several reasons. A clean surface ensures that the new paint will stick properly and last longer. Most paint manufacturers, including Haymes, require their products be applied to a clean surface to guarantee longevity.

We typically use a high-pressure cleaner to wash rendered surfaces and remove dirt, flaking paint, and any mould. If mould is discovered on the surface a mould-removal treatment will be applied, this includes the use of anti-mould and an anti-fungal product. We use a power washer to scrub the surface and then rinse it clean.

Cleaning your surfaces before painting is an essential first step in repainting any area. It’s extremely important for the longevity of your paint job.

2. Set up scaffolding or mechanical boom

There are a few reasons why using scaffolding or a mechanical boom is important for repainting. The first reason is safety. It is always better to be safe than sorry when working at heights. The second reason is that scaffolding, or a mechanical boom provides a stable platform from which to work. This stability is important when working on uneven surfaces like rendered walls. The third reason is that it gives you the ability to reach all areas of the surface you are working on, including those that might be difficult to reach without one.

3. Scrape and sand away loose paint

After the scaffolding or mechanical boom has been set up for repainting a rendered strata building, it is important to scrape and sand away any loose paint. This is because loose paint can flake off and fall onto the ground below, which could pose a safety hazard. In addition, loose paint will prevent the new paint from adhering properly to the surface, which will result in an uneven finish.

4. Apply gap filler to cracks in external walls

After scraping and sanding away loose paint for repainting, we apply gap filler to cracks in external walls. We do this to create a smooth surface for the new paint. By filling in these cracks, we can ensure that the new paint will have an even surface to adhere to. This will create a professional finish and will help to protect the building for years to come.

King Painting ensures all surfaces a thoroughly prepared to ensure the longevity of our work.

5. Fill any large dents or holes

We fill any large dents or holes while repainting rendered strata buildings. First, it helps to create an even surface for the new paint job. Second, it can help prevent future damage to the building by filling in any weak spots. Finally, it just looks better! A smooth, even paint job is always more aesthetically pleasing than one with holes and dents.

6. Protecting surfaces that don’t need to be painted

Masking surfaces that aren’t being painted or will be painted later is important for several reasons. It protects these surfaces from paint overspray, which can ruin the finish and accuracy of the paint job. It also helps to prevent unwanted paint drips and smudges on adjacent surfaces. Finally, by masking off areas that won’t be painted, you can avoid having to clean up any accidental paint spills.

7. Use spot priming to resolve any minor issues

Rendered strata buildings can often have minor imperfections that need to be addressed before a sealer coat is applied. Spot priming is an effective way to resolve these issues and ensure a smooth, even finish.

Spot priming allows you to target specific areas that may require extra attention. This ensures that all areas are properly primed and ready for the sealer coat. It also helps to avoid any potential problems that could occur if the entire surface was not primed evenly.

Applying a sealer coat over bare rendered strata can often highlight any imperfections that were previously hidden. By spot priming first, we make sure that the final finish will be excellent. This is one of the most important steps in strata painting and we simply don’t compromise on it.

8. Sand and wipe over the first coat

While painting a rendered strata building, it is important to sand and wipe over the first coat to ensure an even and consistent finish. This will also help to avoid any paint chips or flaking that may occur down the line.

Renderings are usually quite bumpy and uneven, so by sanding and wiping over the first coat of paint you’re evening out the surface and making sure that the final coat will go on smoothly. Plus, it will help your paint job last longer since there won’t be any weak spots where the paint can start to peel or chip off.

When it comes to quality, King Painting trusts and uses Haymes Paint. They are an Australian-made and owned company, and they offer a wide selection of premium paints that are both durable and long-lasting. Plus, they offer a 20-year product guarantee, so you can be confident that their products will stand the test of time.

10. Apply a second coat

Two coats of paint are required for any surface, especially rendered body corporate buildings. One coat of paint makes the structure harder to clean, because there is one layer of protection against dirt, filth, and other nasty factors.

A second layer of paint creates a barrier that’s simpler to wash and clean. The second coat increases paint longevity, offer’s consistent coverage and ensures consistent coverage.

Two coats are always recommended for a long-lasting, high-quality finish.

11. Complete finishing touches

Once we have painted the rendered strata building, it is important to carry out a final quality control check. This check will ensure that everything meets the painter’s standards. Doing this will avoid any issues that may arise in the future and ensure that the paint job will last for years to come.

Conclusion

As an established Strata painting company, we follow a very stringent strata painting procedure to ensure top-notch quality. Strata painting in Sydney is not difficult if you are working with the right company who have the proper knowledge and skills to complete the job. You can give us a call anytime for strata painting and we will be happy to answer all your queries. King Painting Sydney will get your strata painting job done on time.