If you are responsible for the maintenance and appearance of a building, you want to do whatever possible to ensure it is looking acceptable at all times. As a result, many landlords, superintendents, and building managers are turning to the use of corner guards to maintain their walls and prevent them from sustaining a lot of damage.
If you are looking to install corner guards on your building, below are factors to consider to ensure you get the right ones for the premises.
1. Material
Corner guards are made from many types of materials. The one you choose should be considered carefully as some offer better protection that others. You would be disappointed to determine the one you chose did not meet your needs.
Corner guards are made of 3 common materials: plastic, metal, and rubber. Plastic metal guard are more aesthetically pleasing because they can allow paint or wallpaper beneath to show through or can be purchased in many different colours. Metal corner guards are durable and offer the best protection. Therefore, they are popular in high-traffic areas. Corner guards made of rubber are thick yet flexible and found in places such as factories and warehouses where contact with them are common.
2. Premises
Like anything else you have purchased or will purchase in the future, there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to corner guards. Therefore, you need to be mindful of your premises before having them installed or they will be ineffective.
If your corner guards will also serve a decorative purpose in addition to protection, plastic ones are best as they can be purchased in different colours to match any existing colours or designs. Aluminum corner guards are most effective in high traffic areas such as airports, stores, and hospitals where wear and tear is more likely to occur. Steel corner guards are popular for exterior walls as they are resistant to weather. As mentioned, rubber guards are preferred in warehouses and factories where contact with walls occurs regularly.
3. Installation
When it comes to installing corner guards, there are many ways to install them. While factors such as costs and the material of the guard will influence how they are installed, the method you choose can impact the effectiveness of it and how well it protects your premises.
The best way to ensure that your corner guards stay put and offer protection at all times is screwing them directly into the walls. However, if you do not want holes in your walls, obviously this method is not for you. Corner guards can also be secured to walls with an adhesive however it may not hold them in place for long and may be knocked out of place with enough force. This will leave your corners open to damage if no one notices that the guard is not in its regular place right away.
4. Price
You definitely do not want to sacrifice the appearance of your walls by choosing the cheapest option for corner guards. However, sometimes individuals and businesses have budget constraints and this is understandable. While stainless steel corner guards offer better protection than others, the good news is even the most economical ones will protect your corners and having something is much better than nothing.
If you are looking for the most cost-effective corner guards, plastic and vinyl ones would be the best option for you. They are cheaper yet still provide great protection. If you can spend a little more on your corner guards, steel and aluminum are best and provide the best protection available.
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