Powder Coating Steps You Should Be Doing

With powder coating, you can make some finishes that are visually impressive and durable, but if something goes wrong with the application it can be a trouble to eliminate and start over. Beyond the basics of cleaning and prepping, here are some practical powders coating practices that will assist in ensuring the best possible finish outcome.

1.    Spray samples

After getting your powder, read the application guide for your powder, and before you use it always spray out a sample piece, doing so will ensure that you know how the powder behaves in your specific environment and will help avoid unwanted surprises.

2.    No shooting hot

We are aware of the attraction to shoot parts while this technique is not essentially wrong, it is risky. When shooting hot, the powder starts to melt on contact making it easy to apply powder which can cause texturing or coloration problems. With a clean secure ground and when a spray gun is set up and adjusted for the given conditions, the powder should have no issue adhering when spraying parts which have cooled to room temperature.

3.    Check your work

Check your work before the powder fully cures. This means you have the opportunity to correct some problems in the event that you require to. Touch up with specific areas without having to respray the entire piece. It is the perfect time to add a second coat if you find that the first coat is too thin.

4.    Don’t skimp on equipment

Buying entry level equipment is good for the beginner but their shortcomings will become apparent when trying to get custom 2 to 3 coat finishes or when tasked with the non-stop duties of a job shop.

5.    Practice your method

Powder coating takes some skill, it must be honed to become not only adequate but proficient. It would be unreasonable to assume that one could simply purchase powder and a cheap spray gun and inherit a mastery of the craft. Expect to make mistakes, be patient and allow yourself room for those mistakes to take place. Never suppose anything, and be willing to learn by asking questions of those who know the trade.

Moreover, keep these steps when using textured black railing powder coating too.