
About the service
We apply advanced protective coatings to steel frameworks, beams, supports, and industrial surfaces. Our solutions are resistant to corrosion and tailored to extreme environments, providing long-lasting steel protection for warehouses, factories, and infrastructure projects.
Protect and preserve your steel structures with APD Decorating Ltd’s specialist steelwork coatings designed for commercial, industrial, and institutional environments. Our advanced solutions prevent corrosion, extend asset lifespan, and maintain safety while ensuring a clean, professional appearance.
Why choose us
Corrosion and Rust Protection
We apply high-performance coatings that shield structural steel from moisture, chemicals, and environmental conditions that cause rust and degradation.
Industrial Strength Durability
Coatings are selected and applied to withstand heavy use, abrasion, and exposure to weather extremes typical in warehouses, factories, and external steel frameworks.
Custom-Tailored Solutions
Surface preparation, primers, and topcoat systems are tailored to your specific project needs and operating environment.
Compliance and Safety Focused
Using coatings that meet industry standards for fire resistance, chemical exposure, and workplace safety.
Services offered
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Surface Preparation and Treatment:
Abrasive blasting, degreasing, and removal of existing coatings or rust to ensure a clean base. -
Primer Application:
Use of corrosion-inhibiting primers tailored to steel type and intended service environment. -
Protective Topcoats:
Application of polyurethane, epoxy, or specialized industrial coatings designed for maximum durability and finish quality. -
Fire-Resistant Coatings:
Intumescent coatings to provide fire protection where required. -
Maintenance & Refurbishment Coatings:
Periodic recoating and touch-ups to extend steel service life and preserve appearance. -
Custom Colour Matching:
Color options to align with branding, aesthetics, or safety coding requirements.
Popular questions
Why are steelwork coatings necessary?
They protect steel from rust and corrosion, extending the structure’s life, enhancing safety, and reducing maintenance costs.
Which steel structures can you coat?
We work on structural beams, frameworks, supports, staircases, railings, and other steel components found in commercial and industrial settings.
Can coatings be applied on site without disrupting operations?
Yes, we carefully plan projects around your schedule, often working in phases or outside normal hours to minimize disruption.
Do you offer fire-resistant steel coatings?
Yes, we provide intumescent coatings that enhance fire resistance as required by safety regulations.
How long does the coating last?
With correct application and maintenance, coatings typically last 8–15 years depending on exposure and use.