Translucent coating systems for external applications.
Translucent coating systems offer a natural and decorative appearance while providing optimal protection to a timber substrate. A careful balance of pigments and binders mean the coating accentuates the grain of the timber, delivering a natural appearance.
Depending on the coating manufacturer, translucent coatings can vary from either two or three coat systems.
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The operation of our vacuum coating machine means we achieve a flawless and consistent finish. Factory finishing offers a range of benefits to end users.
Primarily , a reduction in preparation and clean up time as timber arrives fully coated, ready to install. Timber is coated in our purpose-built factory, which is temperature controlled, meaning the weather doesn’t affect the application of coatings, and coating can be carried out year-round.All the timber we coat is sanded as standard using our in-line sanding machine prior to it being coated. This means each length of timber has been processed in exactly the same way from start to finish.
We are audited yearly by the paint manufacturers in order to be approved applicators and ensure the quality of the coating system applied.
Translucent systems are available in a range of colours from natural tones to coloured shades, offering a wide variety of options. We can even use a RAL colour code to tint a translucent system in order to achieve the colour desired while still seeing the timbers grain.
Any coating system will require maintenance and the frequency of maintenance is influenced by a number of factors such as, substrate, colour, surface finish, location and weather conditions. We offer our customers full support and guidance when preparing to maintain their coated timber. For more information on maintenance please get in touch.
All of our coating systems are water based, making them easier to maintain and much more environmentally friendly.
Our Natural Collection is designed to offer customers the most natural finish achievable without compromising on the coatings durability or performance.
These coatings protect against UV light and weather damage while maintaining the timber’s natural aesthetics as well as having vast durability benefits over ‘clear’ coating systems.
The Natural Collection consists of coloured translucent coatings that are tinted to the natural colour of different timbers. We currently have a natural colour for the following timber species; Redwood Thermowood, Radiata Pine Thermowood, Western Red Cedar, Accoya and Siberian Larch, with colours for additional timbers being produced.
These coating systems allow the timber to maintain its natural appearance as much as possible without compromising performance.
We offer translucent coatings from a range of coating manufacturers, this allows us to offer the most suitable coating system for each project.
Good design detailing is crucial; for-instance with cladding avoiding ground contact, achieving a design which sheds water at eaves level and ensures adequate airflow behind the cladding. The selection of good quality, high grade, durable timbers will also assist in maximising the life of your coated product. In-service maintenance is a factor that should be built into your design, planning how maintenance will be carried out at the design stage can save large amounts of time and money later down the line when service maintenance is required. Your coated timber needs to be kept clean in order to prevent the buildup of dirt and surface fungi.
Maintenance will vary from project to project and depend on a range of factors. We advise carrying out an annual inspection, either in the spring or later summer/ autumn. This will allow you to visually inspect for any damage to the coating and carry out any necessary repairs to the coating.
Cleaning should be carried out periodically in order to prevent the build up of dirt and possible algae growth. This can be done using warm soapy water and a microfiber cloth, avoid rubbing hard as this may damage the coating system. Once complete rinse the cladding down with a hosepipe on a gentle setting to remove any bubbles. We recommend cleaning your timber after a few wet/ damp days as it is easier to remove the dirt.
Timber is a natural product and you may experience occasional signs of resin exudation, usually in the summer months. The appearance of resin can vary depending on the species of timber but is generally a thick sticky substance. If exudation occurs let the resin dry on the surface of the timber, avoid trying to remove it while it is still soft. Once it has hardened you can scrape the resin off the timber with a brush. After, use very fine sandpaper to remove any finer bits of resin and then re-coat the area, this will seal the coating system and prevent moisture from being absorbed into the timber.
We offer translucent coatings from a range of coating manufacturers, this allows us to offer the most suitable coating system for each project.
James E. Hatch & Son LLP specialise in Timber Engineering Machinery repairs and maintenance as well as manufacturing fully factory finished Timber Coated Products.
Pasquill Roof Trusses, Wigan Ln, Chorley, United Kingdom PR7 4BU
