When considering facade renovation, the importance of a primer is not to be taken lightly. This initial step is crucial to ensure not only the aesthetics of the facade, but also its durability and resistance to external elements such as rain or other climatic hazards. The primer acts as a base, preparing the surface to receive the final paint, while contributing to its longevity and overall appearance.
From a technical perspective, a quality primer offers several advantages. It ensures better paint adhesion, a more uniform appearance, and helps hide minor surface imperfections. It also protects against moisture, UV rays, and other environmental factors that could damage the facade over time. Aesthetically, the primer influences the final appearance of the chosen color for the facade, giving it more shine and also greater certainty about the final color.
The undercoat for facade
The facade primer is one of the many undercoats available on the market that plays a vital role in protecting and preparing the surface before applying the final paint. It serves as a protective barrier, preventing moisture, pollutants, and other environmental factors from damaging the facade.
Primer improves paint adhesion, ensuring a more even application and reducing the risk of blistering, cracking, or peeling over time. It also helps hide minor surface imperfections, providing a smoother and more aesthetically pleasing finish. The durability and reliability of facade paint is significantly improved with the use of a suitable primer, making this step an essential investment for any facade renovation project.
The different types of underlay
There are a wide variety of facade undercoats available on the market, each tailored to specific needs depending on the material of your facade. Among the most common are acrylic and silicate undercoats, but there are also more natural ones, such as eco-friendly facade undercoats.
Among the eco-friendly facade primer : we offer a scallop-based paint that guarantees good paint application but also prioritizes respect for the environment.
Acrylic undercoats are ideal for most surfaces, including concrete, stucco, and brick. They are valued for their flexibility and ability to withstand weather changes while still allowing the surface to breathe. Additionally, they are often used for their compatibility with a wide variety of topcoat paints.
For wooden facades, a specially designed wood undercoat is recommended. These undercoats penetrate deep into the wood to protect it from moisture and insects, while preparing the surface for a uniform finish.
Ecological facade undercoats
As mentioned above, you can choose a more responsible and ecological undercoat for your facade.
Algo facade underlays are designed to provide the same durability and reliability as a traditional underlay, except that they are made from natural elements.
The example of our facade paints is the perfect example of the possibility of combining quality and respect for the environment.
The primer and, more broadly, the facade paints are formulated from bio-sourced resins and biowaste such as scallop shells.
Highly rich in calcium carbonate (an essential raw material for facade paints), scallops are a powerful ally for creating quality paint.
