Painting the outside of your home or building? Exterior surfaces face a tougher job than interior walls — sun, rain, and temperature changes all take their toll, so getting the right preparation and products matters. Below we’ve answered some of the most common exterior painting questions to help you get a finish that lasts. Have a read through and you’ll likely find what you’re after. Still stuck? Get in touch with us.
Exterior paint is formulated to withstand UV exposure, rain, temperature swings, and general weathering, whereas interior paint is designed mainly for appearance, low odour, and indoor durability. Shieldcoat’s Ultramax Exterior is a water-based exterior paint built for exceptional protection against weathering and UV radiation on surfaces like weatherboards, masonry, and fibrous cement.
Yes, in most cases. Priming or sealing helps the topcoat adhere properly, blocks stains, and protects against moisture getting into the substrate. For masonry surfaces such as brick, concrete, stucco, or stone, Shieldcoat’s Ultraseal WB is a water-based penetrating sealer that protects against water damage and staining while still letting the surface breathe.
Yes, although different surfaces often suit different products. Shieldcoat’s Ultramax Exterior is suitable for the vast majority of exterior surfaces including weatherboards, masonry, and fibrous cement, with strong resistance to fading, chalking, cracking, and peeling.
If your unsure which product is best suited for your application feel free to contact one of our friendly team members, they are always happy to help.
Cracking and peeling are often caused by poor surface prep, moisture trapped behind the paint, or using a paint that isn’t durable enough for the exposure level. Choosing a high-quality, flexible exterior paint and properly sealing the surface first both help prevent this. Shieldcoat’s Ultramax Exterior is designed with superior durability and resistance to cracking and peeling over time.
All paints can fade with prolonged UV exposure, but better-quality acrylic paints are formulated to resist this far better than budget options. Shieldcoat’s Ultramax Exterior is designed to resist fading and chalking.
Masonry surfaces are prone to moisture absorption and staining, so a penetrating sealer is recommended before or instead of a standard topcoat in some cases. Shieldcoat has primers designed specifically for brick, concrete, stucco, and stone, forming a clear, non-yellowing, breathable barrier with excellent UV resistance.
Some products are versatile enough to cover multiple surface types, which can simplify a project. Shieldcoat’s Ultramax Exterior is suitable for all exterior surfaces including weatherboards, masonry, and fibrous cement.
Shieldcoat’s distributor network is growing all the time. Visit our approved applicator page to find your nearest stockist or applicator. Already have someone lined up to paint your home? Just ask them to use Shieldcoat. If needed, we can ship product anywhere in New Zealand.
