Project Challenges & Solutions

Achieving a Removable Blackout Solution

• The client needed full light blockage, but the paint had to be peelable for easy removal after six months.
• Solution: We used Mipa Peelable Booth Coating as a base layer, followed by a high-build vinyl topcoat for enhanced durability.

High Paint Consumption Due to Colour Choice

• The client opted for a lighter colour rather than full black, which required significantly more paint to achieve complete light blockage.
• Solution: We meticulously applied multiple coats to ensure 100% blackout coverage.

Height & Access Challenges

• The skylights were positioned at a steep angle, ranging from 9m to 15m high, making access difficult.
• Solution: Our IPAF-certified team used scissor lifts, ensuring safe and efficient coverage at all angles.

Strict Three-Day Completion Deadline

• The client’s timeline was non-negotiable, with only three days available before theatre equipment installation.
• Solution: We operated in shifts with 10 operatives working 12-hour days, ensuring timely completion without compromising quality.

Health & Safety Considerations

• Working at height and prolonged exposure to spray coatings required strict safety protocols.
• Solution: We implemented full RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements), used PPE and respiratory protection, and conducted daily safety briefings.

The Process

Step 1: Site Preparation & Safety Measures

• Full risk assessment and method statement (RAMS) compliance.
• Deployment of scissor lifts for safe access to the skylights.
• Team briefing on safe handling of spray equipment and coatings.

Step 2: Application of Peelable Base Coat

• Mipa Peelable Booth Coating was applied as a removable base layer.
• Ensured even coverage for easy removal after six months.

Step 3: High-Build Vinyl Topcoat for Complete Blackout

• Applied multiple layers to ensure total light blockage.
• Adjusted spray technique to accommodate the sloped skylight angles.

Step 4: Final Inspection & Client Approval

• Conducted light tests to confirm zero natural light penetration.
• Completed within the three-day deadline and received client sign-off with high praise.

The Results

100% blackout achieved, transforming the warehouse into a theatre-ready environment.
Fully removable coating, ensuring no permanent changes to the building.
Flawless execution under tight time constraints, thanks to 10-man shifts working 12-hour days.
Safe & compliant completion, following IPAF and CHAS safety regulations.

Why Sage and Jester Chose Us

Specialists in Temporary Blackout Solutions – Proven expertise in light-blocking coatings.
Fast Turnaround with No Compromises – Delivered within the strict three-day deadline.
Safe & Certified High-Level Spray Painting – IPAF-trained team working at up to 15m high.
Custom Removable Coating Solution – Ensured easy removal after lease expiration.

Need a Temporary Blackout or Removable Coating Solution?

We specialise in industrial spray coatings, blackout solutions, and temporary protective finishes for warehouses, theatres, film studios, and commercial spaces.

Keyword Focus

• Industrial skylight blackout coating
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• Mipa Peelable Booth Coating application
• Large-scale spray painting contractors UK