If you ask most commercial painting companies in Kelowna, they’ll tell you that painting hospitality or food type businesses is a little different than other commercial spaces like office buildings. There are certain health guidelines that need to be factored into the equation, as well as specific planning and preparation.
Here are some things to take into account when hiring commercial painting companies in Kelowna to paint your hotel, motel, or restaurant.
Planning to avoid business disruptions
Many wonder if they need to close down their business when having it repainted. However, with proper planning and communication with your painting company, you should be able to complete the paint job while staying open.
If it’s a restaurant, it’s not unreasonable to ask that the painting be done outside of your business hours. If for some reason that can’t be done, you can always adjust your business hours for the few days it will take to paint.
For motels and hotels, you can make it very easy and just paint certain sections of the building at a time. This way you’re still able to have guests stay at your establishment while painting the building. It’s always a good idea to block off areas that are being painted so that they are safe from the fumes, and also won’t accidentally touch wet paint.
Take precautions and follow the rules
The food and hospitality industries see a heavy amount of foot traffic from customers, so make sure the painters take extra precautions to ensure all aspects of the paint job are being done safely and professionally.
Most importantly, make sure they know how to paint certain areas like kitchens or hotel guest rooms that have heavy traffic. Also make sure that the painting company covers all furniture, appliances, etc.
Safety Measures
Safety is the most important aspect of a commercial paint job, so make sure that the painting company you hire follows all of the guidelines set by the CPCA (Canadian Coatings Regulations). This includes making sure all food is removed from the kitchen, and making sure they are using low or no VOC paints. Those types of paint reduce the smell of a new paint job where you don’t want people to smell it, like dining rooms and motel/hotel rooms.
There are many things to consider when safely painting your restaurant, motel, or hotel, so if you have any questions and would like to book a consultation, contact us today!
