While there are plenty of ways you can protect your metal fixtures, we’re sure you’ve heard of powder coating.
Are you thinking about protecting your chain link fence, aluminum fence or metal railing? While there are plenty of ways you can protect your metal fixtures, we’re sure you’ve heard of powder coating. Powder coating is made from finely ground particles comprised of pigment and resin that is electrostatically sprayed onto a metal surface. Then the metal is heated and fused in a curing oven, which makes the powder coating smooth and extremely durable.
Strong & Customizable
Unlike other finishes one can have on their metal fixtures, powder coating is resistant to chipping, scratching, fading, and wearing down over time. There are also a plethora of colors to choose from and numerous finishing options, like flat, satin, gloss and high gloss as well as metallic, iridescent, fluorescent, or glittery colors. Finishes can also come in hammered metal or a wrinkled texture to hide surface imperfections if your metal fixture isn’t perfectly smooth.
Eco-Friendly
Typically, liquid finishes have pollutants called volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which you will need to buy pollution control equipment for; also, powder coating doesn’t use any solvents, virtually eliminating VOCs in the air and the need for the machines to control them.
Cost Effective
Especially for businesses, powder coating can cut costs by reducing any waste associated with the maintenance of liquid sealants and also help these companies better comply with government regulations.
Versatile
Powder coating is already used in a variety of settings and many products you already every day have powder coating on them.
- Appliances: Your fridge, washer tops, dryer drums, air conditioner cabinets, water heaters, dishwater racks and even your microwave all have powder coatings.
- Cars and Trucks: A powder coating is used to protect various parts of your car, from bumpers, hubcaps, door handles, and decorative trims, to truck beds, radiators, and filters. A clear powder topcoat has also been used to protect auto bodies.
- Buildings: Typically, powder coating is used on aluminum extrusions on window and door frames as well as furniture. Powder coating is also a popular choice on highways for light poles, guardrails, signs, posts, and fencing.
- Everyday Items: If you work in an office, you’ve encountered thumbtacks or mechanical pencils with powder coating. A house will typically have powder-coated lawnmowers, barbeques, garden tools for outside, or items for children like wagons, strollers, or cribs.
CHOOSE HERCULES CUSTOM IRON
Whether you would like precast bollards or your aluminum fence to be repaired, replaced, or would like an iron fence (period!), the pros at Hercules Custom Iron are ready to help. For more information and to learn how we can meet your custom fencing needs, contact Hercules Custom Iron online or giving us a call at 1-800-331-2590. We will ensure your investment serves your family for years to come! For updates and to see projects we’re working on, visit us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google+, and Pinterest.