Smith and Company Painting, a seasoned painting contractor based in Mcminnville Oregon, recently tackled a challenging project that demanded precision, efficiency, and expertise. The task was to remove rust and restore the metal pipes and railings of a massive 1,000,000 sq. ft. Grocery Distribution Facility in Portland Oregon.
This pipe painting project was crucial for the facility. The rusted pipes and railings were not only unattractive but also posed the risk of expensive remediation and replacement. Smith and Company Painting stepped up to the plate and successfully completed the project within budget and on time. Their skilled work ensures the longevity and appearance of the metal pipes and railings at the facility.
In this case study, we delve into the details of this remarkable project and take a closer look at Smith and Company Painting, the team behind this successful endeavor.
NE Portland Grocery Distribution Center Pipe Painting Project
- Type Of Facility: Grocery distribution center
- Building size: 1,000,000 sq. ft.
- Problem: Rusting pipes were unattractive, and there was the potential for expensive remediation and replacement if pipes were not coated, protected, and painted.
- Solution: Remove rust and restore metal pipe and railings to extend their life.
- Scope of Project: This job was for the pipes and railings on the cooling tower.
- Pre Work: pressure washing, scraping loose flaking rust. Spot priming areas of rust with a rust-inhibitive primer.
- Type Of Paint: Maintenance and Marine Enamel from Cloverdale. This is a urethane-modified, VOC-compliant alkyd, gloss enamel. It is a quick-drying rust-protective finish coat for metal surfaces. The Marine Enamel paint can be applied by brush, roller, or sprayed on. It can be used for painting and coating metal tanks, lamp posts, guard railings, and metal signs.
- Length of Pipe Painted: There were 1,500 feet of pipes and 200 feet of metal railings
- Areas Painted: We painted all the gas pipes, water pipes, coolant pipes, couplers, nuts and bolts, and railings
- Painting Contractor: Smith and Company Painting of Mcminnville Oregon
The rust removal and gas pipe painting project at the Grocery Distribution Facility in Portland Oregon was a shining example of the expertise and dedication of Smith and Company Painting. The team’s meticulous approach, from pre-work pressure washing to the application of corrosion-resistant paint, helped ensure the longevity and appearance of the metal pipes and railings at the facility. Completing the project on time and within budget highlights the company’s professionalism and commitment to delivering exceptional results.
Gas Pipe Painting & Rusted Railing Paint Photo Gallery
We bid this project with three separate contractors. Not only was Parker at Smith & Co. the fastest to prepare our quote, their preparation, communication and in-depth comprehensive quote really impressed us. And their quote was very competitive. So why did we choose Smith & Co.? They had a slightly longer lead time than the other bidders. Which only tells me that their demand is greater. This is a good thing and something everyone should look for. They have a long-standing reputation for excellence in the community. And after reading the stellar reviews left by previous customers it was a simple choice.
Everyone from the office staff to the paint crews are some of the nicest and most professional people you could hope to do business with. We started with the bidding process mid-March. After two days of review on our part, we signed the agreement, paid the deposit and settled on the time frame to have the work completed. Parker was very helpful in selecting our paint colors. We wanted to stay reasonably close to the existing three colors and they absolutely nailed it.
A couple days before the paint work began, they sent someone to pressure wash the entire house. With timing befitting of a Greek tragedy, we scheduled the work to be done during the hottest week of the summer with temps nearly 100 degrees. We coordinated with Parker and his team to arrive at 6am to take advantage of cooler temps. Despite the uncooperative weather, the crew finished the job on schedule and the transformation is spectacular. The entire crew at Smith & Co. are polite, professional, punctual and quality minded. They treated our home like it was their own. The entire crew is very knowledgeable and they were great about communicating with us. At the end of each day, they walked us through what had been completed and what the plan for the next day was. They kept the work area clean and organized and were very respectful of the neighbors. A few of our neighbors even commented to me how efficient and polite the crew was. My wife and I are very pleased with the entire process. Our house looks amazing and we highly recommend Smith & Co. for your painting project. We are already planning to have them back for a large indoor paint project.
About Smith and Company Painting of Oregon
With over 60 years of experience, including a long history of successful projects such as the famous Wings and Waves Water Park, Smith and Company Painting is the premier choice for all commercial and industrial painting and coating needs in the Salem to Portland Oregon area. If you want a reliable and experienced painting contractor, Smith and Company Painting is the answer.