The first step is substrate diagnosis. If the existing paint is well adhered, we cover it. If it's flaking, we remove it completely with a spatula and sander, leaving the substrate clean. If there are structural cracks (not superficial), we treat them with flexible filler that accommodates slight building movements without re-cracking. If there are saltpetre stains or white efflorescence, we scrape them off with a specific chemical product and neutralise before painting. The third step is applying the final paint coat. For large facades, we use airless spray guns for a fast, uniform finish. For terraces and detailed areas, a good quality roller. We always apply two cross coats (the first vertical, the second horizontal) to ensure uniform coverage without brush marks. The second step is priming. We apply a specific sealing primer that penetrates the substrate and creates a uniform adhesion base for the final paint. Without the correct primer, the final paint may not adhere well to the substrate and peel off quickly. This is the step most often skipped in quick repaints but has the biggest impact on durability.

Homes on the front line of the sea have specific problems requiring extra treatment. Saltpetre deposits on the wall and, with moisture, migrates into the substrate. When we paint over it, the salts continue their path and cause the new paint to peel off within months. The solution is washing with specific chemicals before painting, neutralisation, and applying siloxane-type paint that allows the wall to breathe without letting water in. When you repaint with good white plastic paint and two coats, the room changes radically, and the effect goes beyond the purely aesthetic. The sense of space increases. Light reflects better off the walls, so you need less artificial lighting. Furniture looks cleaner by contrast. And living in a freshly painted house feels different from living in one that needs a refresh. It's a modest investment with a disproportionate impact on daily well-being. For damp areas (kitchens, bathrooms), there are specific anti-damp and anti-mould plastic paints that resist condensation and steam without generating black mould stains. Application requires prior priming with a fungicidal product if the wall already had mould traces.

We check the facade's condition and choose the appropriate paint system for the material and exposure. Have you bought a property in the area and the facade or terrace has yellowish, flaking paint, or whitish stains? It's not due to poor quality of the original paint. It's due to the harsh exposure conditions of the area. The Costa Blanca combines four factors that destroy standard exterior paints: Intense and constant sun, over 300 days a year of direct UV radiation. Sea salt spray that deposits on surfaces near the coast. Rare but torrential rains that wash away layers. And Saharan dust that embeds itself in the pigments. An economical white paint resistant to UV would last three summers in these conditions. A specific paint for coastal climates with a reinforced UV filter will last 8-10 years looking good. Official manufacturer's warranty plus our labour coverage.

The price for waterproofing in Pedralbes typically ranges from €170 to €5000. The final figure depends on the property's condition, materials, and working time. We always provide a fixed quote before starting. The most common mistake is repainting a facade with interior paint or economical large-surface exterior paint. It works the first year but visibly degrades by the second. You need to invest in specific exterior paint with acrylic or silicone resins, quality UV filter, and impact resistance. The price difference per litre between economical and professional paint is relatively small. The difference in years of durability more than compensates. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request your quote online — we'll reply in under 10 minutes during business hours.