Weathershield Paints
Protecting Your Investment
When you purchase house number plaques and other home signs, the last thing you want is to see them destroyed by the sometimes brutal weather outdoors. House number plaques are an investment in the value of your property, adding to your home's charm and value; watching that investment sink into ruin is upsetting indeed. For this reason, most manufacturers now use weathershield paints on their house number plaques.
Weathershield paints are designed to resist the forces of nature in all their forms. House number plaques painted with weathershield paints can withstand storms, mud, and snow without losing their glossy shine, and are guaranteed not to fade, mildew, "chalk", or blister. This acrylic latex paint can keep your house number plaques looking brand new for five years or longer with no touch-ups.
Caring for Your House Number Plaques
When you purchase house number plaques, inquire about the type of paint used in their creation. Many manufacturers will proudly quote back the brand name, type and color of paint, and might even be able to tell you where you can find it in your area. This information is helpful for future reference in case your house number plaques need a touch-up or a complete repainting.
However, quality house number plaques often will not require any maintenance on your part. The paint is sealed onto the sign by the use of a sealant or varnish in some cases, making it absolutely impervious to weather conditions. House number plaques created in this manner can last upwards of ten years. Regular washing with mild soap and water, and an occasional scrubbing with a small brush such as a toothbrush, is enough to keep any house number plaques in top shape.
Guarding Against Weather Hazards
Perhaps because we've become so domesticated, we don't often really think about the amount of damage that can be suffered during a prolonged stay out-of-doors. House number plaques, of course, can't get burned by the sun or the wind, but they can suffer damage to their varnish coat or paint layers, and those problems can grow to become major issues over time. Strong winds from stormy weather and excessive heat during the summer can both damage the exterior of house number plaques.
Some house number signs are created from highly weather-resistant materials, such as high-density urethane. In the case of wooden house number plaques, or house number plaques crafted from less hardy materials, weathershield paints and a varnish topcoat are often the best solution for weatherproofing.
If you dislike the "shiny" appearance of varnish, it's safe to go with weathershield paints on their own, but the paints may need to be touched up over the lifespan of your house sign. How long your house number plaques will last without damage depends not only on their coating or paint, but on the climate in which you live, and the typical weather patterns for your area.