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Maintenance continues after the clean.

Protective and coating treatments for building exteriors, planned alongside cleaning and inspection.

Illustrative operation scenario

01 / Common situation

Protection needs a sound start

A protective treatment only works on a clean surface whose condition is known. Applied without cleaning and checking first, its suitability and results are hard to judge.

02 / The SKYHY approach

Protection that follows cleaning

Treatment is planned after inspection and cleaning. The product system is chosen for the facade material, a trial area comes first, and treated zones, dates and conditions are recorded.

Suitable surfaces
Confirmed for each facade material, finish and condition during site assessment
Product systems
Selected for the facade material and specified in the project proposal, with a trial area before full application
Typical sequence
Inspect, clean, treat, record
Records delivered
Treated zones, dates and conditions of application
How the work runsFull operational process
  1. 01Assess

    We visit the building and read it: height, surroundings, facade material, access, and who uses it.

  2. 02Plan

    The facade is split into zones, flight paths are drawn, and the ground below is closed off on paper first.

  3. 03Execute

    Drone work runs to the project SOP, one zone at a time, with the site under control.

  4. 04Record

    Every pass and every image is logged against a zone and a floor.

  5. 05Deliver

    You receive the project record: what was done, what was found, and what we suggest next.

Surfaces and preparation

Every surface is checked before it is treated.

A protective system is chosen for the facade material, its finish and its condition, and is specified in the project proposal. Before any treatment, we check the points below on each material and complete a trial area.

Facade materialChecked before treatment
M-01 GraniteThe finish, and how readily the stone absorbs water
M-02 MarbleThe condition of the polish, and sensitivity to acidic products
M-03 TravertineWhether the pores are filled, and with what
M-04 Ceramic tileHollow or loose tiles, and the condition of the joints
M-05 Glass curtain wallAny coating on the glass, and the state of the sealant joints
M-06 Fair-faced concreteAny existing sealer, and how a trial area looks once dry
M-07 Metal panelThe panel coating type, chalking and edge corrosion

Material notes and cleaning agents

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which surfaces can be treated?

Protective treatments exist for most common facade materials, including natural stone, ceramic tile, fair-faced concrete, glass and metal. Whether we recommend one for your facade depends on its material, finish and condition, and is confirmed during the site assessment.

Does the facade need to be cleaned first?

Yes. A treatment needs a clean, dry and sound surface, so the facade is normally inspected and cleaned before it is applied. Damaged areas, such as loose tiles or failed sealant, should be repaired first.

Will the treatment change how the facade looks?

It depends on the product. Some treatments are designed to be almost invisible; others can slightly darken the surface or change its sheen. A trial area is done first, so the result can be approved before full application.

How long does a protective treatment last?

It depends on the product, the material, exposure to sun and rain, and how the facade is maintained. Any expected service life is stated in the project proposal for the specific product system, based on the manufacturer’s documentation. We do not quote a general figure or guarantee.

How should a treated facade be maintained?

Clean it regularly with cleaning agents suitable for the treated surface, and avoid harsh or acidic products, which can shorten the life of a treatment. Periodic inspection shows when it is wearing off; for water-repellent treatments, water no longer beading on the surface is an early sign. Reapplication is planned from those inspection results.