Frequently Asked Questions

 

- Are there other coating products available like AM-VI-CO® Liquid Vinyl?
- Are Liquid Vinyl Siding-USA dealers licensed and insured?
- Can I buy the Liquid Vinyl coating directly from you and apply it myself?
- Does Liquid Vinyl Siding help insulate?
- How long has Liquid Vinyl Siding been in existence?
- How thick is Liquid Vinyl Siding?
- How do I clean Liquid Vinyl Siding?
- My house has several colors on it, can more than one color be applied?
- Do I have to coat the entire structure or can I just coat selected parts, such as trim?
- But I have a brick house?
- Can I change the color of my house, or if I sell it can the new owner change the color?
- Can Liquid Vinyl Siding be applied to stucco, block, brick, aluminum, etc?
- Can it go over existing vinyl siding or aluminum siding to renew or change the color?
- What about preparation, do I need to have that done first before applying Liquid Vinyl Siding?
- How can I find out how much Liquid Vinyl will cost?
- How can I find out about starting a Liquid Vinyl Siding business in my area?

 

Are there other coating products available like AM-VI-CO® Liquid Vinyl?
Not really. There are companies that have similar names and advertise spray on coatings and liquid sidings, but that's where the similarity ends. There is only one AM-VI-CO®  Liquid Vinyl Siding.  For over 20 years property owners across the United States have been trusting AM-VI-CO®  Liquid Vinyl to protect their homes and businesses. While other companies market spray-on coatings that are nothing more than modified formulas of ordinary paint, our unique vinyl coating is composed of technologically advanced PVC vinyl resins, the same high quality PVC resin used to manufacture traditional vinyl siding panels. Our coating is guaranteed to last. We are proud of our two-decade reputation for quality and excellence. For uncompromised beauty and lasting durability, Liquid Vinyl Siding is an investment that will save you money and put an end to the endless painting cycle.
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Are Liquid Vinyl Siding-USA dealers licensed and insured?
Yes, Liquid Vinyl Siding-USA dealers are required to be fully licensed and insured. The certified contractors who install the LVS system are thoroughly trained on application procedures and manufacturer specifications. By working with an authorized  Liquid Vinyl Siding dealer, you are assured a professional installation and complete satisfaction.
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Can I buy the Liquid Vinyl coating directly from you and apply it myself?
Liquid Vinyl Siding is sold through our authorized dealers, who apply the product according to rigid manufacturer guidelines in order to assure guaranteed performance and long-term protection. Call 1-866-557-9063 for product availability if there is not a dealer in your area.
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Does Liquid Vinyl Siding help insulate?
Yes, but only to the extent of sealing the structure and  reducing conduction and convection heat loss in winter and gain in summer. Insulating value (R-value)  in a coating products is difficult to measure. Beware of insulation claims made by other coating products. They are typically unverifiable and the FTC is disciplining companies making fictitious insulation claims. A spray on coating or a ceramic paint cannot provide insulation equal to that inside the walls, nor will it significantly reduce your energy bills. The true value of Liquid Vinyl Siding is in the elimination of future maintenance, continuing beautiful appearance and what it can add to the property's resale value.
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How long has Liquid Vinyl Siding been in existence?
Liquid Vinyl was originally developed in England over 35 years ago. Liquid Vinyl Siding - USA introduced the product to the United States in 1986. For over 20 years Liquid Vinyl Siding has been marketed across the U.S.A.. AM-VI-CO® Liquid Vinyl is time tested and has proven to work  in all climates, even under the most extreme of weather conditions.
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How thick is Liquid Vinyl Siding?
Generally speaking, Liquid Vinyl Siding is about ten to fifteen times thicker than an average coat of paint. Standard paints consist of about 70% to 80% liquids which will evaporate as the paint dries. Only 20% to 30% of the actual solid paint is left on the surface.  Liquid Vinyl has a much higher percentage of solids, about 70% solid particles. A coat of dry paint is about one mil (1/1,000 inch) thick, that's as thin as a Glad sandwich bag or 4 times thinner than a sheet of printer paper (4 mils). AM-VI-CO® Liquid Vinyl dries to about 14 mils, and combined with the bonder, leaves a total film thickness of about 18 mils of coating. Regular paint and stains do not provide enough needed protection and will not last very long when exposed to the weather.
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How do I clean Liquid Vinyl Siding?
When necessary, simply hose it down with a garden hose. If you prefer to pressure wash, it will not hurt the coating. Ordinary household cleansers such as Spic & Span or a solution of bleach and water can be used without harming the coating.
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My house has several colors on it, can more than one color be applied?
Yes, we can coat a home with multiple colors or any combination of colors.
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Do I have to coat the entire structure or can I just coat selected parts, such as trim?
We can coat only those parts you want covered.
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But I have a brick house?
Even brick homes still have a lot of wood that needs to be protected, such as the eves, wood trim around windows and door openings, railing, columns, porch ceilings, etc. Applying Liquid Vinyl to these areas can make the entire exterior maintenance-free.
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Can  I change the color of my house, or if I sell it can the new owner change the color?
Yes! The color can be changed by applying a thin coat of fresh vinyl over the existing vinyl.  The cost is usually less expensive than regular painting since little surface preparation is needed and not much additional product is needed for a color change. Liquid Vinyl can be painted over using a quality primer and latex paint but this will void the warranty.
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Can Liquid Vinyl Siding be applied to stucco, block, brick, aluminum, etc?
Yes, Liquid Vinyl Siding can be applied to most paintable surfaces.
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Can it go over existing vinyl siding or aluminum siding to renew or change the color?
Yes! Liquid Vinyl Siding can be used to coat over traditional vinyl siding and aluminum siding to change the color or renew the existing color.
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What about  preparation, do I need to have that done before applying Liquid Vinyl Siding?
Surface preparation is absolutely crucial. We take care of all the preparation before installing the Liquid Vinyl system. Each project involves different preparation steps depending on the type, age and condition of the surfaces. Mold and mildew is removed and surfaces are cleaned. Rotted or faulty wood is replaced and surfaces are routinely scraped, sanded and caulked. Rust or other oxidation is removed and sealed. Moisture levels in the wood surface are checked before coating. We will thoroughly prepare all surfaces before applying the Liquid Vinyl bonder and top coat of Liquid Vinyl Siding.
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How can I find out how much Liquid Vinyl will cost?
Due to the difference in labor, insurance and permit costs in different parts of the country, only the local dealer servicing your area can provide you with pricing information. Each project is unique depending on the many factors involved. Your dealer will arrange for a representative to come out and look at your project and provide you with a free estimate.
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How can I find out about starting a Liquid Vinyl Siding business in my area?
Review the dealership opportunity page and fill out the dealer opportunity form to obtain additional information. We will get in touch with you to discuss the availability and requirements or you can call us at 1-866-557-9063.
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