What is powder coating?

Powder coating is a dry-finishing process for metal products. A finely ground mix of pigment and resin is electrically charged and sprayed on the oppositely electrically charged product to be coated. Electrostatic adhesion holds the particles onto the metal while it is baked onto the product in a 400^oF curing oven. The pigment and resin mix becomes bonded to the metal forming an extremely durable, high-quality finish that can withstand a large range of temperatures and is very resistant to weather.

Is the process environmentally friendly?

Unlike traditional paints, no solvents are used to deliver the pigment to the product. Oversprayed pigment, being a dry granulated powder, can be recovered minimizing waste and exposure. Since no solvents are needed, the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released by most paints are minimal if not absent in the powder coating process.

Is powder coating durable?

Yes! Powder coating is extremely resistant to heat, abrasion, corrosion, and is chemically resistant! A powder coating finish is very difficult to scratch, can withstand a large range of temperatures, and can withstand even the worst weather.

What colors are available?

If you have a color in mind, we either have it in stock or we can color match. There are also a wide variety of finishes available: flat (matte), satin, high gloss, metallic, textured, and more. See our colors and finishes page for a sample of what is possible.

Can powder coating be clear?

A surface can be clear coated with powder just as it can be with a traditional solvent-based paint. A clear powder coating is applied to a first coat to protect it against elements that could cause the color to fade, change, or become damaged.

What can be coated?

Any metal surface that can be electrically charged and can withstand the high-temperatures at which the powder is cured and bonded to the metal, typically 400^oF. Nearly any size object can be powder coated as well, from the individual spokes of a motorcycle wheel up to an entire trailer or car frame! Many of the more often coated products include outdoor patio furniture, motorcycle and automobile frames, metal fencing, wheels, and even wrought iron furniture and artwork. See our products page for examples of what can be coated.

What cannot be coated?

Anything that will not hold an electric charge or withstand a temperature of 400^oF cannot be powder coated. This excludes most plastics and plastic resin products such as body fillers, grommets, bushings or tires.

Can only part of an part be coated?

Yes! A masking agent can be applied to any surface that is not to be coated before the surface is charged, coated and placed into the curing oven. Threads and mating surfaces are common examples of surfaces that are often masked.