Painting & Touch-up Services for Institutional Property at Bukit Batok

Project Overview

This institutional project focused on refreshing and maintaining the aesthetic appeal of a public-use facility, specifically an educational institution. The primary scope of work involved comprehensive general painting and surface touch-ups across high-traffic areas such as classrooms, corridors, and multipurpose spaces.

Our team was tasked with rejuvenating worn-out and marked wall surfaces to create a cleaner and more inviting environment for students and staff. The project emphasized high-quality finishes, durability, and minimal disruption to ongoing operations within the institution.

Technical Challenges

Working within an operational institutional setting presented several technical considerations:

1. Surface Preparation and Consistency
   Many areas required thorough preparation before painting, including patching of minor wall imperfections and ensuring consistent surface textures. Achieving a smooth and uniform finish across different wall materials required skillful blending and attention to detail.

2. Minimizing Operational Disruption
   As the institution remained functional during the project, painting had to be executed during specific time slots, including evenings and weekends. Our team coordinated closely with facility managers to ensure that our work did not interfere with daily academic operations.

3. Maintaining Cleanliness During Painting
   Given the setting, maintaining a clean and safe work environment was essential. Plastic sheeting, masking tape, and drop cloths were used extensively to protect furniture, flooring, and adjacent surfaces from paint splatter and dust.

4. Colour Matching and Finishing
   Certain areas required precise colour matching to existing themes and tones. Our team carefully selected paints that matched the client’s specifications and used high-quality tools to achieve a professional-grade finish with minimal variance.

Project Considerations

Several key factors contributed to the success of the painting and touch-up works:

• Safety Measures for Occupied Spaces
  Painting was conducted in phases, with appropriate signage and barriers to prevent access to wet paint areas. Ventilation was maintained to ensure quick drying times and a safe environment for users of the space.

• Client Collaboration and Communication
  Daily updates and progress photos were shared with the client via WhatsApp to ensure alignment and transparency. This streamlined communication allowed for quick approvals and effective schedule management.

• Durability and Maintenance Planning
  Paints used were chosen for their durability and ease of maintenance, especially in high-traffic institutional settings. Finishes were selected based on the balance between aesthetics and long-term performance.

Results

The completion of this project significantly improved the visual appeal and upkeep of the institutional property. With all walls professionally painted and touched up, the spaces now appear brighter, more modern, and conducive to a positive learning environment.

The project was delivered on time and with minimal disruption to ongoing activities. By focusing on precision, cleanliness, and proactive communication, we delivered a seamless painting and touch-up service that exceeded the client’s expectations.

This project further reinforces HackingSG’s commitment to delivering high-quality maintenance and aesthetic improvement services for institutional properties across Singapore.