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Sealant Applications
Category: Featured services Written by FGC Management
Florida General Coatings has had a wealth of experience in sealant application procedures. We have applied thousands upon thousands of square feet of surfaces (different substrates) using both water based and solvent based sealants. When deciding between a water-based or solvent-based sealers for substrates like pavers, natural stone or concrete, there are a few key points to keep in mind: 1) Has your surface been sealed before? 2) Have you had failure of product in previous application? 3) What level of ease of application are you comfortable with? 4) What look are you wanting 5) What products are appropriate for your surface 6) Where do you live? Is…
moreStain Work Applications
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Whether it is interior or exterior, stains are designed to enhance the natural color of wood. The key is to apply a stain on – evenly along the grain and to keep your work area free of dust and other contaminants especially during the application process. You have a fiber-glass door that needs to be stained?, do not worry, our stain application experts have been trained in Gel stain applications and when they are done, your door or fiberglass pieces will simulate the look you desire to match other wood stain applications. Stain application procedures / Tips We set out drop clothe or…
moreColor Consultations
Category: Other services Written by FGC Management
Florida General Coating’s professionally trained advisors will help you bring your vision to life. We choose from a variety of a customized paint palette that is inspired by the latest color and design trends that you’ll love for years to come. We will bring to you color palettes and help guide you through the color selection process as well as answer your questions based on our years of experience and observations working with different colors You can also expand your concept of color by including the multidimensional softness of a color-combinations, or the look of fine linen or raw silk. You can also allow your inspiration through our guide transform your…
moreWallpaper Removal
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The technique you use for removing the old wallpaper depends on what kind of paper you’re taking down and what kind of surface (substrate) is underneath. In most cases, walls are either drywall (gypsum sandwiched between layers of paper) or plaster smoothed over lath (either strips of wood or metal mesh). You can usually tell what you have by the feel (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, and plaster doesn’t). Some papers, such as foils or those coated with a vinyl or acrylic finish, are not porous and therefore are hard to…
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