The Installation Process for Rhino Shield

A Peek into Our Installation Process

Rhino Shield of Cincinnati and Kentucky prides itself on providing superior coating services, focused on quality and customer satisfaction. Our team of professional applicators ensure timely, error-free installations, backed by our A+ rating from the local Better Business Bureau. Our unique Rhino Shield systems, including our Ceramic Elastomeric Top Coat, offer durable, long-lasting results, supported by a 25-year warranty. We are not just service providers but advisors, always ahead in technology and techniques, aiming to provide optimal solutions for your property. Trust us to deliver unmatched quality in exterior house painting and other services, standing the test of time.

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Step 1

Thorough Inspection: In this initial stage, a Rhino Shield Dealer Representative carries out an extensive assessment of the project area. Every detail, from areas needing particular attention to required replacements or repairs, is duly noted. An efficient production plan, including estimated time, labor requirement, and any special equipment like a lift, is developed.

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Step 2

Cleaning & Washing: Each project begins with rigorous cleaning, primarily involving pressure washing. The team ensures the substrate's original appearance is maintained while eliminating all traces of dust, oils, mildew spores, algae, and surface chalking, which guarantees optimal adhesion of the Rhino Shield coating.

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Step 3

Patching & Repair: Depending on the extent of the wall damage, necessary repairs or replacements are carried out. This includes wood replacement, stucco repair, and more. The objective is to restore the surface to its original condition for both aesthetic and coating installation reasons.

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Step 4

Scraping: For wooden houses, all loose paint and debris are removed. Paint can be easily sanded and scraped off, but in some cases, chemical or mechanical stripping may be required. The primary goal is to create a bondable surface for both the primer and ceramic finish coats.

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Step 5

Caulking: Caulking is a critical aspect of any successful coating installation. Rhino Shield crews utilize high-quality acrylic elastomeric caulk (not silicone caulk) to fill small surface cracks, vertical joints, and horizontal seams around doors and windows, reducing moisture intrusion. Old or cracked caulk is removed during this process.

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Step 6

Masking: Areas not being coated are masked off, covered, or temporarily removed. Typical removable items include light fixtures, signs, downspouts, window shutters, and mailboxes. Landscaping, lawns, decks, roofs, and other areas prone to windborne spray receive special attention.

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Step 7

Step 7- Priming: A full area prime is conducted to seal the surface, enhance water resistance, and provide a bonding agent for the ceramic finish coat. The primer-sealer is initially white but may dry to a clear finish depending on the Rhino Shield system used.

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Step 8

Finish Coat Application: The surface is now ready for the ceramic finish coat. Sprayed at a high mil thickness, the finish coat offers maximum protection to your walls. The coat can be tinted to over 1,500 colors.

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Step 9

Detail Touch-Up: After the finish coat application, detailed touch-up is carried out to refine any tight spaces or intricate details.

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Step 10

Clean Up & Final Inspection: The installation team ensures that the job site is restored to its original state, with all masking and coverings removed, fixtures replaced, and debris cleared. Upon project completion, you will review your Rhino Shield installation with the crew chief. Any remaining issues are identified, and the work is considered complete only when you are fully satisfied with your Rhino Shield application.

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