In the United States, there are an estimated 610,000 bridges. Replacing all of them when their useful life cycle has expired would cost American taxpayers billions of dollars. Thankfully, with proper maintenance, bridges and overpasses can fight off corrosion. All over the country, bridges and overpasses are susceptible to the destruction of corrosion. It’s the enemy of all things metal. Proper finishing is a huge part...
When you spec out quotes to finishing contractors, what’s the best way to go about doing it? How do you ensure a smooth bidding process and make sure you’re comparing apples to apples? When bidding, a clear scope of work is essential so you get proper comparisons in labor and material costs. To get that scope, the easiest thing to do is to reach out to...
Roller covers seem simple, but they’re a vital part of any paint job. The abundance of cover options can often overwhelm shoppers, and they’re often left with no choice but to trust the questionable expertise of home improvement store employees. Episode 9 of the FSN podcast will tell you everything you need to know about roller covers. Steve Kulovits, our Director of Business Development, once again...
In recent years, our clients at the Finishing Solutions Network have regularly opted to stay in their current facility rather than relocate. Thus, they place more value on having the right products for touch-ups and renovations, and they’re more willing than ever to spend more for a longer-lasting, better product. With labor as the largest cost of any project, spending a little more on materials...
In this episode, we discuss the versatility of wall coverings and decals. Useful in both residential and commercial settings, wallpaper is back. But it’s not the stuff you remember from your childhood. Today’s wall coverings are really about achieving looks you can’t get with paint alone. They’re user-friendly and easy to change when it’s time for something new. And if you have a larger commercial wall...
Indoor painting can be a major pain. Add outdoor elements to the mix, and you can have a major mess on your hands. In this episode of our FSN podcast, Steve Kulovits gives the lowdown on common paint problems for exterior projects, as well as highlights the best ways to solve them. Do you have a commercial painting project on the horizon? We are here to...
We are excited to say goodbye to winter and hello to spring! Now, it’s time to take a look at the damage a subzero Mother Nature did to your building and decide what repairs should be done now rather than later. After all, fixing a small issue now is much easier than fixing a big issue later. Let Steve walk you through his spring exterior checklist...