Developing a paint maintenance plan doesn’t have to be difficult. Here is 4 simple steps to start you on the road to developing your own plan.
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In our interactions with hundreds of customers each year, we pick up the vibes about what washing company's are great and who you should avoid.
This is our selection of the top 5 commercial building washing companies in NZ.
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With a product, you can observe the quality of it, touch it and see the quality in front of you. With a service this is a little bit different, you have to know the quality is going to be what you expect prior to the work being done. Watch this quick video to find out how you can know much more definitely that you are going to receive what you are expecting
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In our interactions with hundreds of customers each year, we pick up the vibes about what washing company's are great and who you should avoid.
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Aiming to lengthen the time between paints at your school can free up funds for other projects you have in your 10YPP and 5YA. Here are some tips we have picked up over the years to improve the longevity of your school coating.
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The Principal often wants to “just get it done”, the Property Manager is keen to “take it slowly and get it right” while the CFO would prefer to put it off till next budget. But if all parties understand some basic points, it’ll all come together for you. Here are 5 things to consider when going through the process:
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Lead was banned in paint in 1979 which seems like a long time ago now, surely all that paint is gone by now? However, this is often not the case. Older buildings are often layered with many years of paint and as they are prepared properly the methods will likely expose old layers of paint from previous years.
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Managing health and safety on projects can be a real challenge. However, it’s something that cannot be overlooked because all parties, directly and indirectly involved have a legal obligation to provide a safe and healthy workplace at all times.
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What are we as a painting company trying to tell you about engineering? Well, we know enough that moisture and heat are the 2 most likely culprits to break down your structural integrity. Minimising these 2 things will give your buildings a much longer lifespan.
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VIDEO - If you were assessing a product you would get samples, photos and specs prior to buying however assessing a service quote is always a challenge because you won’t be able to see or feel what you are buying until after you have given the go ahead. Also just looking at a completed paint job doesn’t tell you if its been done well or will last in the future.
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There have been many studies done over the years to measure and assess the noise levels in our classrooms, and the effect of these noise levels on the students and their learning development. It can be difficult to assess the relevance of these reports on the modern day learning environment, because so much has changed in recent years, however all conclusions point to the fact that our children are suffering in a range of ways due to this problem.
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You’re probably wondering whats the best paint maintenance program for my school or commercial property. Heres a bit of background and some tips to help you get setup.
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To help you work out what level the sound in your classroom is likely to be (and whether you need to do anything about it or not), it’s good to have a basic understanding on how sound is measured. When we measure noise levels with a sound meter, we measure how intense the noise is in decibel units – or decibels.
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VIDEO - Acoustic treatment classrooms is an effective solution to this widespread problem, and with a huge range of ceiling tiles, baffles and acoustic wall panels available for any budget, a great investment. But how do you understand what is needed or the best way to utilise your budget?
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For many years’ schools have been using acoustic materials such as Frontrunner, Autex, Mammoth and others to line the walls of their learning spaces and classrooms. Part of this fast rise in popularity has been due to the multiple benefits to the school and users. In this article we unpack the top 5 benefits.
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The New Zealand and Australian contracting industries have 2 main models for procurement - Tendering and Partnership. There are pros and cons with both methods, and this article will give you the information you need to help make an informed decision on which model is best for your situation.
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Ample studies have been done on the environments children learn the best in. And we all want the best for our children. But we can’t all build modern Learning Centres – its just not going to happen that quick, so we need ways to upgrade the appearance of our classrooms within a budget.
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VIDEO - Yelling into the cliffs at the beach or listening to your favourite musician in concert are both fun ways to experience sound and acoustics. But when it comes to managing reverberated noise in the classroom with textiles and acoustic panel solutions there are a couple of key concepts to understand about the function of the materials and where they can be used effectively.
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Comparing contractors for projects can be a difficult task because the industry supplies intangible services. You cannot sample the experience of a plumber, painter or property consultant until you actually give them the order.
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The primary reason for the 5x5 is to ensure safety. But as well as this, the 5x5 has evolved to become a critical communication tool. Tradespeople take photos and share with operations and other parties involved in the project through a document, allowing others to assist in assessing risks, hazards and possible improvements that could be made.
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