What is Powder Coating and How Does It Work?
Powder coating is a spray-on, dried powder that is electrostatically charged and sprayed onto a surface to create a protective layer on the metal. The technique involves spraying metal in powder form and baking it to a fluid state to attach it to the product’s surface, resulting in a protecting layer.
The result of this procedure is what appears to be a painted finish, and the chemicals used to give a high-quality finish. To ensure that polyester powder coating provides the best possible quality outcome, the components must be pre-treated before application.
Why Powder Coat?
In comparison with traditional painting techniques, polyester powder coating is a long-lasting option. The free-flowing powder makes the surface durable and resistant to harsh weather, chipping, and colour change. Polyester powder coating aluminium or steel provides a protective layer against corrosion, and with proper care, the finish will endure for a long time.
The popularity of polyester powder coating colour is one of the most important reasons for customers in selecting a paint finish. It’s a cost-effective alternative to painting that can’t always be achieved with paint due to the right hue and finish.
Industries and Products:
Polyester powder coating may be used to coat practically any product in a variety of sectors, although the most popular are metal (steel and aluminium) and plastic. These are just a handful of the most prevalent materials that get polyester powder coated. We frequently work on roofing materials such as profiled sheets, soakers, louvres, and
Tomburns offered a variety of more vibrant roofing materials to seaside areas like Skye, Shetland, and the Falkland Islands. In these places, you’ll see a lot of brightly coloured yellow, red, and green roofs; all as a result of powder coating and the many hues available.
Frequently Asked Questions:
To answer any unanswered questions, you may have about this method of coating, the specialists at Tomburns have provided the most frequently asked questions below:
- Can you coat my alloy wheels? Yes, you can; however, they would need to be prepared first (either sand or shot blasted). We only have the equipment to apply a coating, therefore we cannot do the pre-treating process.
- How long does it take? The typical duration for a project is one week.
- What colours can I have and what colours do you stock? Companies like Tomburn powder coating can colour match to any BS or RAL reference and can even colour match to your sample if required. They stock a wide range of colours, including 200 types of powders and finishes at our factory in Aberdeen.
- What finishes do you have available? They can offer matt, satin (semi-gloss) or gloss.
