Safe and secure - Auckland Central Remand Prison

In just one year, thousands of litres of paint were applied to the interior and exterior of the new Auckland Central Remand Prison. A solid concrete multi-levelled structure sited in a high profile spot in Mt Eden, Central Auckland, the prison is easily visible to local foot and vehicle traffic.

Warm red was used on the main reception area to welcome visitors and focus attention on the main administration areas.

The specified Resene paint system comprised Resene X-200 weathertight membrane over the exterior pre-cast panels punctuated with Resene Lumbersider accent colours. Maximum durability on prisoner areas was achieved through the use of Resene Aquapoxy on cell walls and floors and Uracryl 403 on cell doors and security grills. The main administration and reception spaces were finished in Resene Zylone Sheen for a durable low sheen effect.

Architect: Neville Clarke, Opus International Consultants
Main Contractor: Mike Hannah, Mainzeal Construction Ltd
Painting Contractor: Peter Heaphy, Graham Ilich Ltd
Resene: Gill Wall, Auckland Architectural Services Representative

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