Has Your Queenstown Masonry Been Vandalised? Here’s What You Can Do
If you’ve noticed graffiti on your Queenstown masonry—whether it’s brick, concrete, or stone—you’re not alone. Vandalism is a common issue in Queenstown’s tourist hotspots, but it doesn’t have to ruin your property’s appearance or value. RTS Construction Chemicals offers expert graffiti removal and protection solutions—here’s what you can do to restore and safeguard your masonry.
Why Graffiti on Queenstown Masonry Is a Problem
Graffiti mars the aesthetics of your Queenstown property, signals security concerns, and can damage masonry over time. In Queenstown’s high-traffic areas like Lake Wakatipu or main streets, tourism-driven vandalism is frequent, especially during peak seasons. Graffiti can penetrate porous materials, leading to staining, moisture retention, and even structural issues if left untreated. Worse, it can trap water, increasing the risk of efflorescence or cracking—problems RTS can address with our specialized products.
Steps to Remove Graffiti from Queenstown Masonry
Act quickly to minimize damage. Here’s how to remove graffiti effectively:
- Clean the Surface: Use a combination of RTS No. 5 Salt Away and RTS No. 6 Surface Reviver to dissolve graffiti residues. First, apply Salt Away with a brush or low-pressure sprayer, leave for 1 hour, rinse with clean water, and dry. Then, apply No. 6 to a damp (not wet) surface, leave for 4-24 hours (depending on soiling), and rinse with a high-pressure washer or running water and a stiff deck brush. Note: This works best for organic or salt-based graffiti—consult RTS for stubborn paint or markers.
- Assess Damage: Check for staining or porosity. Unsealed masonry may need sealing to prevent future issues.
- Professional Help: For stubborn or large-scale graffiti, rely on RTS’s Water Blasting & Steam Cleaning services. Our local experts in Queenstown use advanced techniques to restore your masonry without damage.
In Queenstown’s wet climate, act fast to prevent moisture-related damage like efflorescence or cracking.
Prevent Future Vandalism with Anti-Graffiti Coatings
Don’t let graffiti return. Protect your Queenstown masonry with RTS’s anti-graffiti solutions:
- Why Anti-Graffiti Coatings?: These coatings create a durable, breathable barrier on masonry, making graffiti easier to remove and preventing penetration. They’re ideal for Queenstown’s UV exposure, rain, and freeze/thaw cycles.
- RTS Solution: Use RTS No. 3 Penetrating Colour Enhancer Sealer for vertical surfaces (e.g., walls, stone) and RTS No. 2 Paving Protect for horizontal surfaces (e.g., patios, driveways). Both are non-toxic, UV-resistant, and environmentally friendly, reducing graffiti adhesion and surface degradation.
- Application Tips: Apply No. 3 bottom-to-top on verticals and No. 2 on horizontals with a low-pressure spray, brush, or roller, using 1-3 “wet on wet” coats within 10 minutes. Allow 4+ hours to cure (no rain). Regular maintenance ensures long-term protection against Queenstown’s harsh weather.
Queenstown’s public spaces and tourist areas benefit from these durable, eco-friendly coatings, keeping your property pristine.
Get Expert Help from RTS in Queenstown
Don’t let vandalism damage your Queenstown property—RTS offers top-notch graffiti removal and anti-graffiti solutions tailored to our alpine climate. Contact us today for a free consultation on restoring and protecting your masonry—call 027 711 1711 or visit our Graffiti Removal Queenstown page to learn more and get a quote. With RTS’s expertise and products, you’re not just fixing vandalism—you’re preventing it from happening again.
