Condensation is one of the most frustrating challenges for property owners with metal roofs. Are you struggling with dripping water inside your shed, warehouse, or garage? This silent menace can damage goods, ruin equipment, and even compromise the structural integrity of your building. But don’t worry – there are practical solutions, such as anti-condensation paint. By reading this guide, you’ll ...

How to Paint Powder Coated Metal for a Long-Lasting Finish If you’re looking for help “painting powder coated metal”, you’ve come to the right place. Powder coating creates a durable, smooth finish that resists wear and tear, but it also makes applying fresh paint a bit of a challenge. Rawlins are frequently asked: can you successfully paint over powder coating? ...

PU paint, or polyurethane paint, is a high-performance coating. It delivers exceptional protection and durability across various surfaces. PU stands for Polyurethane, a material renowned for its flexibility, abrasion resistance, and UV stability. This versatile coating is commonly used in areas where resilience against weathering, wear, and chemicals is required. From here on in, we will be referring to PU ...

Need to fix a leaking gutter? Discover expert tips on industrial gutter repair, gutter paint, gutter lining, and more from Rawlins Paints.

Understanding Antifouling and Its Role “Antifouling” is a critical maintenance practice for any boat owner. When your boat sits in the water, marine organisms such as barnacles, algae, and mussels start to attach themselves to the hull. This biofouling can significantly affect the boat’s performance by increasing drag, leading to slower speeds and higher fuel consumption. Over time, the build-up ...

Paint Specification Preparation Standards for Metal Paint specifications produced for larger painting projects are often heavily abbreviated. Below we have focused on some of the most common preparation standards for metal surfaces that are often abbreviated – blast cleaning to pure metal being Sa 3, for example. Against each preparation standard we have given a short description of how the ...

When undertaking a project with a high performance coating, you need to think about how you will measure the coating thickness to ensure it is applied to specification. By monitoring and recording your coating thickness measurements you can ensure that you get a quality finish, that will perform as intended and as an added bonus you won’t unnecessarily waste material ...

When looking for a ‘waterproof paint‘, you can find yourself in a bit of a minefield. Most paints claim to have some level of waterproofing properties and yes, most paints are waterproof in some way. However, there is one critical question that could cause your local vendor to shift sheepishly from foot to foot: “I appreciate these paints are all ...