Rust-Oleum have a wide range of primers suitable for all sorts of projects i.e. cladding jobs and structural steel etc. Generally, these don’t come with warranties but very good life expectancies. To find out more about the Rustoleum primers available from Promain.co.uk, read below! Rustoleum Primers For Cladding Rust-Oleum’s Metal…
Road Line Marking Solutions: A Beginners Guide
When it comes to road line painting, many people can get confused and mixed up with the types of product available. In this article, Promain will look at the differences of each line marking solution. This should help you determine which would be best suited to your specific needs. Typically,…
Cheapest Masonry Paint: Is It Worth It In The Long Run?
Our technical gurus at Promain often receive calls asking for the cheapest masonry paint. The real question is, how can you determine the cheapest masonry paint? For example, we have clients who might spend £5k on putting up scaffolding. In addition, they employ two decorators to paint the outside of…
Can You Use Masonry Paint on Wood?
Masonry paint although formulated for application to external walls, it is in fact a very versatile paint. It can be used over a variety of different surfaces. Homeowners use paint to add colour that enhances and the mental well-being to the environment around them. Masonry paint predominantly has been formulated…
How to Paint Metal?
Looking to paint metal? Look no further! If you are lost and unsure which metal paint is best for your project you are in the right place. In this article we go back to basics and discuss metal paints and the ranges available. What Kind of Paint Do You Use…
Can I Use Garage Floor Paint Outside?
If you are looking to paint your patio, paint your driveway or just refresh your paths and paving look no further. Promain has extensive knowledge regarding industrial paints and coatings. In this article we will be discussing exterior floor paints, answering questions such as can you use garage floor paint…
Can You Paint Concrete?
Let’s face it, unless you want to live in some dystopian Brutalist concrete jungle, concrete is pretty boring. It’s grey, it’s flat and it’s not very friendly. However, concrete is an amazing building material. And even better than that, you can use it for floors, walls and even in the…
Brick Sealers: Alternatives to Sika Liquid Plastics K501
One of the most popular discontinued brick sealers we get asked for is Sika K501. K501 was a transparent sealer for brick, masonry and stone. K501 was formulated to protect external wall substrates from the effects of wind and rain for up to 10 years. It was this guarantee to…
Anti Carbonation Paint Introduction
If you are looking for more information regarding anti carbonation paint you are in the right place. Below, our technical team would like to introduce the effects of carbonation on concrete in exposed areas. Where Can Carbonation Happen? Generally, carbonation happens around areas such as car parks or along busy…
Sherman Tank Restoration At Slapton Sands
Promain are regularly contacted by clients looking to protect memorials. Over the years, we have supplied protective coatings to the Sherman Tank in Slapton Sands. Find out more about the tank and paint below. The Story of The Sherman Tank It was the mystery and magic of Slapton Sands that…