If your storefront has a graffiti issue, you may be frustrated with keeping it clean and figuring out ways to stop further tagging. While power washing can do the trick, there are steps you can take to stop the problem before it starts.

How to Curb Graffiti on Your Storefront

1. Install Security Measures

Security systems go a long way in deterring vandals from your store. Adding a surveillance camera will make them think twice since it’ll capture their images as they paint. Since taggers prefer to work quickly in the dark, you should also install motion sensor floodlights that illuminate when someone gets too close to the building.

Consider adding a barrier to make it harder to access the storefront. Hedges, ivy, and a fence take more time and effort to scale, making your location less enticing.

2. Use a Coating

These clear coatings can easily be applied to the building so that when graffiti happens, the paint can be taken off or cleaned easily with power washing. Permanent coatings prevent the spray paint from adhering to the wall altogether—simply wash away the graffiti with a formulated cleaner.

Sacrificial coatings are designed to be removed and reapplied when damage happens. Semi-sacrificial coatings penetrate the wall to protect the porous material, making it easier to remove the graffiti with a power washer without damaging the surface.

3. Remove Their Work

The faster you remove their work, the less appealing your property is. Vandals tag for recognition, and if your building is consistently cleaned, they’ll likely move onto a new location that holds their work longer. You should also choose darker colors for the storefront since these won’t display their paint as easily.

If you need a power washing team to remove graffiti from your building, turn to Cornerstone Pressure Washing in Pearl City, HI. These professionals have provided Oahu businesses with reliable and thorough commercial cleaning services since 2001. Visit them online to find out which surfaces they can clean, or call (808) 722-6306 to schedule an appointment.