Project Summary

Project	Bethnal Green
Location	London
Sector	Construction
Application	Internal glass protection
Product Used	Protectapeel GlassDefend

 

Key Figures

• Easy to apply on site

• Helps protect against scratches, scuffs and construction-related damage

• Provides long-duration internal protection for up to 24 months

• Residue-free removal reduces cleaning time before handover

• Suitable for multiple finished surface types

Project Overview

For the Bethnal Green development, Yuanda required a dependable temporary protection solution to help maintain the condition of internal glazed and finished surfaces during the construction phase. With a high-profile regeneration project involving contemporary façades and premium finishes, surface protection needed to be easy to apply, durable over an extended programme and simple to remove without leaving residue. Spraylat supported the project with Protectapeel GlassDefend, a peelable coating designed to protect sensitive surfaces while improving site efficiency and finish quality.

The Challenge

Large-scale urban regeneration schemes place significant pressure on finished surfaces during installation, follow-on trades and final fit-out. On a project such as Bethnal Green, glass and adjacent internal surfaces needed reliable protection from scratches, scuffs, dirt and general site damage over a prolonged period. The solution also had to support efficient handover by removing cleanly at the end of the programme, without creating additional remedial work or compromising the appearance of completed surfaces.

The Solution

Spraylat supplied Protectapeel GlassDefend as a temporary peelable coating for internal surface protection. Developed for use on glass as well as aluminium, PVCu, acrylic, stainless steel, painted aluminium and polished concrete, GlassDefend provided Yuanda with a versatile and practical way to protect valuable finished surfaces throughout the construction process. Its easy-application format helped streamline on-site use, while the durable coating remained in place for up to 24 months. When protection was no longer required, the product could be peeled away cleanly, supporting a faster and more efficient completion stage.

Technical Information

Product	Protectapeel GlassDefend
Surface Type	Glass, aluminium, PVCu, acrylic, stainless steel, painted aluminium and polished concrete
Protection Duration	Up to 24 months internally
Removal	Peelable, residue-free removal
Primary Use	Temporary glazing and surface protection
Fire Classification	BS 476: Part 7 1997 Class 1

Key Benefits

• Easy to apply across internal glazing and compatible finished surfaces

• Helps protect against scratches, scuffs and construction-related damage

• Peels away cleanly after extended protection periods

• Residue-free removal reduces cleaning time before handover

• Supports efficient project delivery by minimising remedial work

Product Used

GlassDefend

Protectapeel GlassDefend is a temporary peelable coating design to protect surfaces such as; glass, aluminium, PVCu, acrylic, stainless steel, painted aluminium, and polished concrete internally for up to 24 months.

 

 

 

Results

• Protected newly installed glass during a complex mixed-use redevelopment

• Helped preserve the finish quality of internal surfaces through the build programme

• Enabled clean, residue-free removal ahead of final handover

• Reduced the risk of surface damage and associated rework on site

Conclusion

At Bethnal Green, Protectapeel GlassDefend delivered a practical, high-performance protection solution aligned with the demands of a modern regeneration project. By combining ease of use, long-lasting durability and clean removal, Spraylat helped Yuandaprotect key finished surfaces, reduce avoidable remedial work and maintain presentation standards through to completion. The project demonstrates how innovative temporary coatings can support both construction efficiency and high-quality final outcomes.