A customer recently contacted our technical team looking to update their Resitex textured render with a smooth more modern finish. We would like to extend knowledge about this system to the rest of our client base below. Issues With Textured Renders Such As Resitex There are a number of textured…
Sandblasting Methods For The Preparation of Steel
The most important stage of painting is the preparation. Carry out correct preparation before painting commences. Otherwise there is a likelihood that the paint coating will fail prematurely. You can significantly reduce the life and performance of any coating by the degree of previous preparation. Below, we will explore the…
FAQ: How To Cut In Paint
Today, we continue our series on How To Paint Like A Pro. In Promain‘s article we take a look at a how to cut in paint and how this could not only save you time, but will also give you that professional looking finish we all strive for. So what…
How To Choose Fence Paint Colours
At Promain we are passionate about paint, and some of us in the office get incredibly excited by the possibility of painting in the brightest colours possible! Though everyone has different tastes, we would like to introduce our extensive range of shed and fence paint colours and of course the…
Black Fence Paint & Stain Guide
In recent years, black fence paint has become a staple in UK gardens. Creating a dramatic backdrop to garden greenery, black fence paint adds a modern, clean look to your outdoor space. As Promain sell such a vast range of paint for wood, you can be forgiven for not seeing…
External Render Repair: Mapei Specification In Coastal Environments
A residents association of a series of coastal apartments recently contacted Promain for advice on repairing their external rendered concrete walls. The walls had become damaged due to water ingress. The walls currently do not have a coating applied. They had a number of requirements from the new paint coating…
How To Paint A Wooden Barn
Looking for instructions on how to paint a wooden barn? Due to many different construction styles you may find online guides rather confusing. Whether your barn construction is shiplap, feather edge, tongue and grove or even OSB board, we have the right product for you. Promain’s technical department have many years…
Atocha Station Intumescent Railway Fire Protection
Promain provide a huge range of infrastructure intumescent railway approved products from global manufacturers such as Sika, Sherwin Williams and PPG. Recently, PPG have specified and applied intumescent coatings to Atocha Railway Station in Madrid. The Client ADIF (Administrador de Infraestructuras Ferroviarias) Location Madrid, Spain Challenge To provide long-lasting and…
Guide For Removing Oil From Driveways
A few days ago, Ben in Promain‘s technical team was contacted by an elated customer wanting to thank him. The customer had recently had a new blockwork driveway installed, and to her horror had found her car had leaked oil over the new brickwork. Ben had suggested the customer use…
How To Paint Fletton Bricks
Painting your houses external facing bricks is an instant way to increase curb appeal. With such a renovation, it is important that the risks are minimised by doing your research before commencing such a task. Otherwise you risk an expensive, potentially irreversible nightmare. Promain‘s technical team would like to give…