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Tampa Bay homes face intense sun, high humidity, heavy seasonal rain and coastal exposure throughout much of the year. From inland communities to homes near St. Petersburg, Clearwater and the Gulf Coast, exterior finishes are constantly exposed to West Central Florida’s demanding conditions.
Tampa Bay’s housing is equally diverse, from stucco and concrete block homes to masonry, wood and fiber-cement exteriors throughout the region. Rhino Shield is a ceramic-based acrylic exterior coating system engineered as a longer-lasting alternative to traditional exterior paint.
Rhino Shield combines independently tested coating performance with professional installation and long-term protection for homeowners across Tampa Bay and West Central Florida. Our system is backed by documented product testing, certified professional installers, BBB accreditation, and a 25-year transferable warranty.
Independent ASTM testing supports Rhino Shield’s performance across characteristics especially relevant to Tampa Bay homes, including solar reflectance, wind-driven rain, salt tolerance, adhesion, and permeability. Testing through recognized laboratories and facilities helps provide documented performance data behind the coating system.
Yes. Tampa Bay homes experience strong sun and high temperatures for much of the year, which can contribute to fading and deterioration of traditional exterior finishes. Rhino Shield has documented performance data for solar reflectance and other characteristics relevant to Florida’s climate. Homeowners can explore the full Rhino Shield Testing & Data to see the independent testing behind the system.
Rhino Shield is designed to help resist mold, mildew and algae growth on the coating surface—an especially useful benefit in Tampa Bay’s warm, humid environment. Proper preparation and moisture management are also important before any exterior coating is applied. See more of the core benefits of Rhino Shield and how the system is designed to protect Florida homes.
Yes. Homes around St. Petersburg, Clearwater, the Gulf Coast and other waterfront areas can experience salt air, moisture, strong sun and wind. Rhino Shield has documented testing for characteristics including salt tolerance and wind-driven rain, which are particularly relevant to Tampa Bay’s coastal environment. You can review the independent performance testing for more detail.
Rhino Shield has undergone independent ASTM testing for wind-driven rain, making this performance especially relevant during Tampa Bay’s wet summers and severe-weather season. The coating system is also designed to remain breathable rather than trapping moisture behind the exterior surface. See the wind-driven rain and permeability testing results for the documented data.
Yes. Rhino Shield can be applied to properly prepared stucco as well as concrete block, brick, HardiePlank® and other fiber-cement siding, wood and other suitable vertical exterior surfaces. Because cracks, damaged stucco and failing areas should be addressed before coating, homeowners can learn more about substrate preparation and exterior repairs and Rhino Shield’s professional coating process.
Rhino Shield is backed by a 25-year transferable warranty covering qualifying chipping, cracking and peeling, subject to the warranty’s terms and exclusions. If the home is sold, remaining coverage may also be transferred when the required process is followed. Review the complete Rhino Shield warranty and transfer information before your project.
The cost of a Rhino Shield project in Tampa depends on the individual home, including its size, exterior material, current condition, repair requirements, accessibility and overall project scope. Because every exterior is different, an on-site estimate provides the most accurate pricing. Our Rhino Shield Pricing & Cost Guide explains the major factors that can affect project cost.
Rhino Shield serves homeowners throughout Tampa Bay and West Central Florida, including Tampa, South Tampa, Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Seminole Heights, Carrollwood, Westchase, New Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, Lutz, Wesley Chapel, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Largo, St. Petersburg, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Bradenton and surrounding communities. If you don’t see your neighborhood listed, contact our Florida team to confirm service availability for your home.
