Painting Cornices: How Do We Do It?

Corniches Appartements Montréal

How to perform cornice painting on a 3-stories building? We frequently have to deal with such projects.

For the painting of a cornice, it’s important to know how to apply certain techniques for overhead and exterior painting. The method chosen by the house painter also varies according to the type of substrate. Whether it’s wood, galvanized metal, corrugated steel, or another material, we have the right solution for the job.

Tools

When it comes to painting cornices, there are several specialized tools to choose from.

As with any overhead painting project, you’ll be better equipped with an aerial work platform. These machines, also known as cherry pickers or platform lifts, make it easier to paint roofs, dormers, soffits and lintels. Used with a safety harness, the lifting platform is a safe and efficient method, and efficiency means potential savings!

The pressure washer is also an essential tool for cleaning exterior surfaces. Whether the surface consists of aluminum, iron, wood, PVC, or other materials, this tool can dislodge impurities deep down.

Thanks to our lifting equipment, you can avoid the high cost of rental.

Steps not to forget

As for all exterior painting tasks, we must first thoroughly clean the surface to maximize paint adhesion. Paint will not adhere easily on a greasy or dusty surface, even with a paint primer applied first. Furthermore, the quantity of coats of paint applied won’t matter on a dirty surface. Indeed, adding more paint will do nothing to improve the finish.

A clean surface increases paint durability and improves the quality of the finish. This is precisely why we use a high-pressure hot-water washer. Just as washing dishes in hot water doesn’t offer the same results as washing them in cold water. On top of that, we use an organic degreaser for this operation.

These are just a few of the ways in which FinDécor sets itself apart from the competition.

Safety

It’s essential for a house painter to adopt safety measures when painting at height. When painting a cornice, our painters always use a safety harness. They board a platform lift, and have taken a cherry picker driving course beforehand.

This CSST-mandated training enables them to operate the cherry picker in a way that’s safe for themselves and others. As a result, they can apply paint efficiently and optimally.

High-quality work

FinDécor’s primary goal is to deliver quality work. That is how we have set ourselves apart for many years now. The key to success in removing impurities is to use top-quality products, applied according to manufacturing recommendations. If one of these elements is missing, the quality of the project is in jeopardy.

For overhead exterior painting, it would be foolish and costly to choose a mediocre, less durable paint. Indeed, this choice would only help you save about 10% of the total job cost.

There is no need to shop for paint brushes and masking tape as our painters come fully equipped for the job. For further details, contact us now to book a meeting with one of our specialists. We will determine the right solution and security measures required to fit your needs.

To learn more about the painting techniques we use, visit our Expert Zone.

Dave Beaupre

Master-painter