Protect and enhance your property's exterior with professional painting and cladding services. With over 18 years of experience serving Ashford and all of Kent, A.P.T. Builders specializes in exterior decorating that withstands our challenging coastal and inland weather. Whether you're painting render in Canterbury, refreshing external woodwork in Tunbridge Wells, or installing cladding in Maidstone, our skilled team delivers weather-resistant finishes that protect your property while improving its appearance and value.
Exterior painting requires specialized paints, thorough preparation, and understanding of weather conditions. From dealing with algae growth to preparing flaking surfaces and choosing durable coatings, every decision affects longevity. Across Kent properties from coastal areas in Dover and Folkestone to inland towns like Sevenoaks and Ashford, we understand how local weather patterns impact exterior finishes. Our experienced decorators deliver long-lasting, attractive results that protect your investment.
Breathable paints for render and brick with weather protection, algae resistance, and 10-15 year durability.
Self-cleaning technology paints resisting dirt and organic growth for longer-lasting fresh appearance.
Flexible coatings moving with timber preventing cracking and peeling in varying temperatures.
Breathable systems allowing moisture to escape while keeping rain out, ideal for timber windows.
Anti-corrosive primers and topcoats for steel gates, railings, and metal-framed windows.
Translucent finishes enhancing natural grain while providing UV and water protection for cladding and fencing.
External cladding transforms property appearance while providing insulation and weather protection. From modern composite boards to traditional timber cladding, the right choice enhances your Kent property's aesthetics and performance. Our expertise in cladding installation ensures proper ventilation, secure fixing, and weather-resistant finishes that last for decades.
Instantly modernize dated properties, cover damaged render, or create contemporary aesthetic with clean lines and attractive finishes.
Additional barrier against rain, wind, and frost protecting underlying walls from moisture penetration and weather damage.
Opportunity to add external insulation boards reducing heat loss and lowering energy bills while improving comfort.
Modern composite and uPVC cladding requiring minimal upkeep compared to traditional render that needs regular repainting.
Proper render preparation removes organic growth, stabilizes surfaces, and ensures excellent paint adhesion for long-lasting results.
Essential for: All masonry painting
External woodwork requires removal of failing paint, treatment of bare wood, and proper priming before topcoat application.
Required for: Fascias, doors, windows
Metal surfaces need rust removal and specialized primers preventing future corrosion and ensuring paint adhesion in all weather.
Ideal for: Gates, railings, gutters
Exterior painting requires dry conditions and appropriate temperatures ensuring proper curing and preventing rain damage to fresh paint.
Critical for: Lasting exterior finishes
These typical exterior issues require professional attention before repainting or cladding:
Failed exterior paint removed completely, surfaces prepared properly, and repainted with appropriate systems.
Organic growth treated and removed before painting preventing early paint failure and maintaining appearance.
Structural and surface cracks filled with flexible fillers preventing water ingress and further deterioration.
Damaged sections cut out and replaced with treated timber before painting for structural soundness.
Corrosion removed, treated with rust converters, and protected with anti-corrosive primers and paints.
Degraded paint surfaces stabilized and sealed before repainting preventing premature topcoat failure.
Blown or crumbling render repaired or over-clad providing fresh, weather-resistant exterior finish.
UV-degraded paint replaced with modern high-quality masonry paints maintaining color for longer periods.
Assessing current condition, identifying preparation needed, and discussing color and material options
Comprehensive written quotation covering preparation, repairs, materials, labor, and access equipment
Pressure washing, scraping, sanding, treating, and repairing surfaces ready for coating
Erecting scaffolding or towers providing safe access to all areas requiring treatment
Applying appropriate primers, undercoats, and finish coats in suitable weather conditions
Removing equipment, cleaning work areas, and final inspection ensuring perfect results
As Ashford Kent's experienced exterior painting and cladding specialists with over 18 years of service, A.P.T. Builders has protected and enhanced thousands of properties across the county. We understand that Kent's weather demands durable, weather-resistant finishes applied with thorough preparation and quality materials. From coastal properties facing salt spray in Margate and Folkestone to inland homes in Maidstone and Sevenoaks, we deliver exterior finishes that protect your investment and look outstanding for years.
Our reputation is built on doing the job properly, using scaffolding where needed for safety and quality, preparing surfaces thoroughly, and only painting in suitable weather conditions. Whether you're refreshing render on a Canterbury townhouse, painting external woodwork on a Tunbridge Wells period property, or installing modern cladding on an Ashford extension, our experienced team delivers the professionalism and quality your property deserves.
We proudly serve all areas of Kent including Ashford, Maidstone, Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Dartford, Gravesend, Chatham, Gillingham, Rochester, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Dover, Folkestone, Margate, Ramsgate, and surrounding villages. Our local knowledge and understanding of Kent's weather patterns ensures we recommend and apply the right exterior finishes for lasting protection.
Comprehensive cleaning, repairs, and priming ensuring excellent adhesion and long-lasting finishes.
Premium exterior paints from Dulux Weathershield, Sandtex, and other trusted brands.
Proper scaffolding and tower systems providing safe working platforms for quality results.
Experience installing timber, composite, uPVC, and fiber cement cladding systems.
Professional advice on exterior color schemes complementing your property and surroundings.
Careful scheduling around weather forecasts ensuring optimal painting conditions throughout.
Fixing rotten woodwork, damaged render, and other issues before painting or cladding.
Focus on durability and weather resistance providing years of protection for your property.
Get your free survey and detailed quotation from Kent's exterior specialists