Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Use Surface Protection To Save Time And Money

By Lucy Joanna Ashton

Whether you are constructing or remodelling, it is very important to protect the already finished surfaces, woodwork, carpets and other fixtures from being damaged. This will save both time and money, because if damage is caused to any of the already finished parts of the house, more money and time would have to be spent for their restoration.

Using protection will prevent any damage that can be caused due to spills, stains, leaks, debris, sawdust or any other construction material. Whether you have a hardwood floor or one that is tiled, protection is necessary. Different floor films are available for all kinds of floors. These films are non-porous and they protect the floor from scratches and any kind of spills of liquid or paint. These films are puncture proof, so that your floors are completely protected. These films are also cost-effective. They can be easily rolled back when they are no longer needed. Protection films for carpets are also available, which protect your carpet from debris, paint, spills or any other stains and dirt. These films have non-penetrable surfaces and have a little adhesive so they don't keep siding and moving on the carpet, hence providing complete protection against any kind of damage.

Window films are available in various tinted colours to provide protection against any scratches and other damage caused from mortar, sprays, or any other material. These protective films are easily to apply and remove, and they stick to the window until you remove them.

Different kinds of protection available for doors include sheets, cardboards, and doorjambs for protection against abrasion and other damages. Protection is also available for Door Knobs, Doorframes and Door Edges. These methods of protection prevent any damages caused to the door, while carts or other items pass through the threshold.

Wrapable sheets are available for protecting cabinets against scratches, spray and paint splatter, nicks, dirt, and any kind of dents. These sheets are available to be custom measured, and are easy to apply and remove.

The appliances, drawers, cabinets, and counter in your kitchen can be protected by protection sheets. These are available in different sizes, and they can also be modified. Protective Films are also available for the counter tops and sinks. The film provides protection against all kinds of damage, whether your counter top is marble, granite or made from any other kind of material.

Solid surface film coatings provide complete protection for Bathroom fixtures against scratches, abrasions, dirt and other damage. A protective skin is also available for bathtubs, which is water based and dries off to form a protective skin, and it can be peeled off easily when required. Temporary wooden coverings are usually used to protect the stairs from breakage and other damage. Cushioned foam profiles are available for fitting to doorframes. These are shock-proof, and protect the frame from nicks, chips or any other possible damage. - 15252

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