Every surface requires protection, especially if it has regular exposure to sunlight, precipitation, and physical forces. Most surfaces can make do with a few coats of paint that protect them against rust and damage. But painting can be a laborious process, requiring periodic coats to ensure the object stays looking lovely as well as safe from harm. Powder coating is a handy alternative, especially for metal. It’s a finishing process that electrically charges the treated surface to attract and hold a dry powder substance. The process finishes with the baking of this powder to set it. Here are just a few of the benefits of powder coating in metal fabrication.
Long-Term Durability
One of the biggest benefits of powder coating for metal is its durability. Unlike paint, powder coating can take a lot of abuse without chipping or otherwise becoming damaged. It can last upwards of 40 or more years, protecting the metal from rust and corrosion while resisting damage itself. That means less spending on the upkeep and replacement coats that ordinary paint demands over time. Powder coating looks brand new for years because it can really take a licking.
Plenty of Variety
Just like paint, powder coating comes in a huge assortment of colors and finishes. It doesn’t only have primary- and secondary-color options. Match your décor while protecting your investment, and keep even the dullest and most industrial objects looking bright and beautiful. You can also frame the protected surface with an assortment of finishes, including glossy, semigloss, matte, and even metallic finishes. Help your surfaces blend in with any aesthetic or design.
Eco-Friendliness
Powder coating may not seem like it, but it can be a more environmentally friendly finishing option than paint. Many paints contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Whether sprayed or applied with a brush, paint can also leave behind a mess and may even involve polluting solvents. On the other hand, powder coating contains few harmful chemicals. It’s possible to collect and apply any excess to the next project. Its single application also eliminates the necessity of painting and repainting.
Good Looks
Here’s just one more of the benefits of powder coating in metal fabrication. When adding a commercial powder coating, you’ll get a perfect and long-lasting finish every time. Powder coating coats evenly and uniformly, reaching into areas that might be difficult to properly paint. Don’t worry about drips, streaks, see-through coats, or other unpleasant flaws that often crop up with painting. Powder coating keeps your metal surfaces and objects well and truly covered!
Interested in learning more about powder coating and what it can do for you? Contact us for a consultation, and we’ll discuss your options!