Not every commercial painting project involves walls and ceilings. Some require specialized coating systems to protect exposed metal, infrastructure, and other surfaces from corrosion and weather.
At the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, D.C., Cochran & Mann provided specialty coating services for the Cheetah Conservation Station renovation, led by Senior Project Manager Tom Shoemaker.
Located along the Zoo's Africa Trail, the Cheetah Conservation Station underwent renovations that included infrastructure improvements, fencing upgrades, and facility repairs.
Project highlights:
Exterior metalwork requires coating systems that can withstand moisture, changing temperatures, and everyday environmental exposure.
For this project, Cochran & Mann used three Tnemec products:
These high-performance coatings help protect exposed metal surfaces while maintaining a consistent finished appearance.
For commercial and institutional facilities, protective coatings serve a purpose beyond appearance.
Key benefits include:
Successful application also requires proper surface preparation, product compatibility, and attention to environmental conditions.
Senior Project Manager Tom Shoemaker led Cochran & Mann's work at the National Zoo, bringing decades of commercial painting and specialty coatings experience to the project.
From coordinating coating specifications to managing application requirements and project schedules, experienced leadership helps keep complex commercial renovations moving.
Cochran & Mann provides commercial painting and specialty coating services for general contractors and facility owners throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
From exterior steel and railings to other surfaces requiring high-performance protective finishes, our team brings the experience needed for demanding commercial applications.
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