Guide · 2026-11-09

How long do commercial cladding coatings last?

There is no honest single number. Coating life depends on exposure, preparation, product system and maintenance. A written guarantee sets a contractual floor — not a laboratory maximum.

What shortens life

Skipped degreasing or abrasion, coating over active corrosion, coastal or industrial fallout exposure, and mechanical damage from impacts or poor cleaning.

What extends life

Correct substrate prep, compatible systems, controlled application, and sensible cleaning without aggressive solvents that attack the film.

Our guarantee position

We offer a five-year written guarantee on surveyed commercial work where the agreed specification applies. That is the contractual floor. Exclusions (impact damage, lack of maintenance, unrelated envelope failure) are stated in writing.

Inspection rhythm

Landlords and FM teams should schedule visual checks after harsh winters or known impact events. Early touch-up beats early failure.

Respray vs top-up myths

Not every faded elevation needs full blast-and-rebuild. Equally, not every faded elevation is a candidate for a light refresh. Survey decides.

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