Metal buildings are everywhere around Tallahassee: warehouses, shops, agricultural buildings, churches and self-storage. Florida sun fades factory finishes and humidity starts rust at fasteners, seams and the base of walls.
Common problems
- Chalking: a powdery surface that rubs off on your hand
- Rust at screws, laps, cut edges and ground level
- Peeling on previously painted panels
- Faded color on sun-facing walls
Prep is most of the job
Chalk must be washed off or the new coating won't stick. Rust is cleaned down to sound metal and spot-primed with a rust-inhibitive primer. Loose or rusted fasteners are replaced where needed.
Choosing a coating
Direct-to-metal (DTM) acrylics are a common choice for siding and doors. Higher-performance systems such as epoxy primers with urethane topcoats are used where durability matters most. The right system depends on the condition of the metal and your budget.
Interior structural steel
Exposed steel, joists and decking in warehouses can be spray-painted to brighten the space and improve lighting. This is usually done before racking goes in, or in phases around operations.
Call or text (850) 616-8366 for a metal building assessment.