Can you paint roller shutters?
The answer, of course, is yes. You can in fact customise your roller shutters as you wish, to ensure that your industrial doors effortlessly blend into their surroundings – regardless of your preferred aesthetic. Or, perhaps you’d rather them be a focal point, using them as a standout feature. Whatever the case, there are a few prior steps you should take before arming yourself with paint.
What are the benefits
Although their primary purpose is to provide your business with an additional layer of protection, roller shutters (when maintained) look attractive on your premises, enhancing the overall look of your business. With plenty of colours and shades to take your pick from, it’s never been easier to discover your ideal preference.
How to paint your roller shutters
Step 1: Find your desired colour
So, how can you go about finding the perfect paint for your roller shutters? Perhaps you want to use your brand’s colours? Or maybe you’re looking for a way to brighten up the environment? In which case, a bright, bold colour will suffice. This is the beauty of bespoke design – you’ll have the ability to customise as you please.
Just ensure that the paint you choose is a high-quality, metal spray paint; this way, you won’t risk damaging your roller shutters, and the paint is less likely to crack.
Step 2: Clean your roller shutters thoroughly
The first step to preparing your roller shutters for a coat of paint is to make sure that they’re completely clean first. If you did attempt to paint dirty roller shutters, you may end up with an unsightly, uneven coating. Using a soft-bristled brush to scrub off any dirt and grime, a power washer on a low-pressure setting, mild detergent, a sponge or cloth, and a bucket full of warm water, your shutters will be sparkling in no time. Once your roller shutters are completely dry, you can start painting.
For more advice on how to clean roller shutters, head over to our previous blog post for a detailed, step by step guide.
Step 3: Protecting your premises
Painting can be a messy job, so use masking tape and plastic sheeting to cover walls and other areas that could end up being accidentally sprayed.
Step 4: Applying the paint
You’ll need to use at least 2-3 coats of paint to ensure an even finish. With this in mind, make sure that you purchase plenty of paint to avoid running out midway through the job. You can always store extra cans away for when your roller shutters are in need of a fresh coat. Remember, maintenance isn’t a one time thing.
Step 5: Let the paint dry
If you choose to paint your roller shutters on a warm and sunny day, you’ll have a better chance of them drying properly. Excess humidity or rain can end up damaging the paint job you’ve just done, which will be time wasted. Once the process is complete, your shutters will be ready to use once more.
Are there any alternatives to painting your roller shutters?
Powder coating is a modern alternative to painting, and it creates a hard finish that’s more durable than regular paint. If you choose to get your shutters polyester powder-coated (which is one of our optional extras), this will make your doors stronger, and more resistant to scratches, corrosion and chipping. With a vast array of colours to choose from, you definitely won’t be short of options.
With a variety of security-focused roller shutters available, bespoke to your preferences, it’s never been easier to discover an industrial door design that best suits your premises. From helping you to choose the initial design, to running you through different customisation options, our team of experts are on hand to help throughout the installation and maintenance process. Get in touch with us today to find out more.
