Tuesday, January 13, 2015

PAINTING IN WINTER: AN INSIDE LOOK



When the weather outside is frightful, it’s a great time to focus on interior finishes. A revamped interior welcomes clients, customers or guests and makes a great first impression. Research indicates a positive psychological effect with new paint colors, creating an added value to the project.

One example of interior renovation during the winter months is the Ogilvie Transportation Center. Celtic Commercial Painting is cleaning away the old blue paint from the exposed steel infrastructure and replacing it with a clean, inviting white. Be sure to check out the Project Highlight section of this email and see pictures of this fantastic undertaking.

Every job begins with preparation. This means protecting surfaces from cleaners, primers and paint. At Ogilvie, we masked areas off and began the cleaning process. Cleaning helps the primer bond to the surface and is an important component for a smooth finish at the end.

Once the primer is applied and properly cured, we add the paint. Since the transportation center experiences a high volume of traffic, the end finish had to be durable as well as beautiful. In this instance, we chose a two-part epoxy paint.

Color choice is important. White is neutral and sets off the colors of information or business signs. White also gives a greater sense of space and cleanliness. When it is grey or cold outside, the interior of the station warmly greets travelers and enhances their mood.

It is a point of pride at Celtic that we provide a minimal impact on the day-to-day workings of commercial and public spaces as we transform them. We can help you create a plan that transforms your inside areas while letting you conduct business as usual.