Published on March 31st, 2013 | Should you be using paint or solid color stain is the “question of the day”. There are differences between the two even if you cant see the difference. We mainly use Acri-Shield Paint and use Acri-Shield Solid Color Stain. Grants Painting offers deck and fence staining in Indianapolis and Greenwood. Sheen Availability of Paint or Stain: Paint is available in many sheen’s. Solid color stain is only available in its own sheen. For most products this will usually be close to a matte finish. Applications of Paint or Stain: Stain is ONLY meant for wood that has not been previously painted. Paint can be used on wood plus many other surfaces like plastic shutters and stucco. Why Use Stain Instead of Paint: There are a few instances that you will always use stain instead of paint: Paint will last longer than stain. However, stain will protect wood better by letting the moisture escape if moisture is allowed into the wood.
Tannin oil bleeds through coatings displaying yellow or brown stains. These tannin oils also harm the coating as they soak through it. Solid color stain is designed to block the tannin oil better on its own. A paint system will require a primer to stop tannin bleed. We offer a variety of exterior paint and primers-in-one, premium exterior paint and exterior alkyd paint. Available for multiple surface types, our 100% acrylic exterior paint offers durability and protection. Apply As Low As 35 Less than 50g/L VOC Quick curing exterior paint that resists extreme weather and can be applied in temperatures as low as 35°F Paint + Primer In One Our finest exterior paint + primer in one that provides a flexible coating to resist cracking, peeling and flaking. Durable protection against weathering and provides a mildew-resistant coating. High-hiding, rich glossy finish that provides outstanding hardness, brushability, adhesion and scrubbability. Low VOC, Low Odor
High production commercial paint with good dry hide and easy application. Alkyd finish provides tough interior and exterior protection on multiple, properly prepared surface types. Provides extraordinary durability and protection, and continues to be the trusted choice. Now a part of the new PPG Paints®. One Coat Bridges Cracks Offers the most exciting technological advancements available in one amazing coat. View Manor Hall® Timeless® Adheres to Glossy Surfaces This versatile, high-gloss finish can provide an elegant interior or durable exterior. for other PPG branded products like Manor Hall® or Speedhide®. Go to PPG PaintsWe offer a large selection of commercial doors that we can quickly pull from stock to meet the unique requirements of your building. Our team has many years of experience and can help you design the best doors for your particular needs. Using that information our custom door shop can tailor and modify the doors to your specifications.
Hollow Metal Doors – Hollow metal doors are commonly found on the exterior of commercial buildings. Most of the doors we stock are made of rust-resistant galvannealed steel. Galvannealed doors are a durable, long lasting solution that can withstand the elements. Hollow metal doors are typically found throughout buildings in stairwells, elevator and janitor’s closets and areas exposed to moisture. Six panel colonial steel doors enhance the beauty and security of apartment and hotel doors. Custom prefinished hollow metal doors are available with hardware preinstalled. mercial Wood Doors – Wood doors provide a warm, natural look inside buildings. Wood doors are available in wide variety of wood species with numerous stain options. Factory prefinished doors have a wider, deeper consistent finish than is attainable in the field. Wood doors can be lead lined, acoustical, and bullet resistant depending on the needs of the customer.Fire Rated Doors – There are multiple benefits to installing fire rated doors in commercial buildings:We are licensed to apply fire rating labels to doors and frames.
There are multiple fire ratings, so know which on your project requires. Fire rated assemblies are typically equivalent to 3/4 of the fire rating of the wall in which they are to be installed (i.e. if the wall has a 2 hour rating the opening will typically require a 1 1/2 hour rating).Hollow metal fire rated doors generally come in these four levels:Wood fire rated doors generally come in these four levels:The designated period of time represents how long the door will hold up against a fire. Our doors are tested and meet the requirements of UL 10B, UL 10C, UPC 7-2, or ASTM E-152 – testing methods that are commonly used when testing the durability of a fire rated door. Fire rated doors should be installed and maintained in accordance to NFPA 80.The normal components of a fire door assembly include a door, a door frame, hinges, a lock or latch, and a closing device. The rating of the installed assembly should carry the rating of the door or the frame, whichever is less.Glass is permissible in fire rated doors.
C-Label doors allow for a maximum of 1,296 square inches of exposed glass, while B-Label doors allow for a maximum of 100 square inches of exposed glass. However, there are exceptions to this rule if fire rated glass is used.Check your local building codes to find out if fire rated doors are required for your project. Then request a quote today to get an idea of how much the project will cost.Fiberglass Doors – Fiberglass doors are a great option for openings that are exposed to harsh environments. Fiberglass doors hold up well to most chemicals and areas with extreme moisture. Pool areas, sewage plants, chemical and manufacturing plants typically rely on fiberglass doors in their demanding environments. Other advantages of fiberglass include resistance to splitting, rotting and warping. Prefinished fiberglass offers a maintenance free option.Accordion Doors – Interior accordion doors are used to segment off large areas, usually meeting or conference rooms, into smaller areas for a more intimate setting.