Cutting corners by settling for less than the best paint on your exterior is not really saving money. Your exterior puts up with tons of abuse from the elements. Whether it is the sun beating down and raising the surface temps to well over a hundred degrees on your exterior or it is the merciless pounding from ice, rain and snow, your exterior is being beat up every day. Cheap paint will look good for the immediate but it will not hold up in the long run. Of course there are other issues with cheap paint that can actually wind up costing you more money in the end. It is far better to have things done the right way than it is to have to have it done and then have to have it redone a year later.
The Issues
Most people realize that cheap paint is far more likely to crack, spider, bubble and peel but that is not where the problem ends. Cheap paint is not the best paint because you can be inviting:
- Mold
- Water damage
- Pests
When your exterior paint is damaged because it could not hold up to the elements you are at a much greater risk for a full range of bad things to happen to your property. Mold can grow behind the chipping peeling paint and quickly spread. Water can seep behind the paint and the moisture can get trapped causing water damage. This is especially true when the property is constructed from wood. Compromised paint can also be an invitation to pests to make their home.
Avoiding the Issues
One of the best way to maintain your property is to use the best paint and coatings. A better quality of paint or coating will ensure that your exterior will look beautiful for years to come. You will be able to rest assured knowing that your exterior is protected against damage and the elements. Best options are different for every environment. There are no one size fits all when it comes to paint or coatings. The right contractor can help you to make an informed decision about which coating or paint will work best in your environment. The right advice about what will work best for your situation will go a long way in ensuring that you get the protection that you are counting on.
Rhino Shield offers some of the best paint options as well as other coating options that will keep your property looking great for years to come. Contact Rhino Shield today for all your exterior needs!
