Many people today
have rediscovered the beauty and classic touch of metal for home decor. One of
the reasons so many people love to use metal is its strength and durability.
However, if you are thinking of stainless steel as just being available in one
color (the traditional metal color), you have not discovered the possibilities
that powder coating can give you, making your next railing project much more
than just traditional iron or steel colors.
What is Powder Coating?
Powder coating is a
very cost-effective and durable option to finish metals like stainless steel.
There are other options for creating a finish look, including more traditional
liquid enamel or acrylic finishes, but to get the most attractive and
affordable option with a wide range of finish colors available, your best bet
is to go with powder coating. This process uses a dry powder rather than liquid
paint, applied electrostatically and then finished with a heat process that
forms a coat much stronger than a usual coat of paint.
The Benefits of Powder Coating
As mentioned, powder
coating is far more durable than traditional paint, which makes it a favorite
for many different applications where items might be subject to significant
wear and tear from weather and other sources—for example, outdoor railings at
your home. In addition to its durability, it is also a very affordable option
to get railings or other stainless steel from Wasatch Steel in the color of
your choice. The application process ensure that you will get a smooth, even
coat for your finish with the right thickness and no running or sagging like you
may get with liquid paint, so it looks professional and clean. There are a wide
range of color possibilities as well so you can get exactly the shade you want
to match your home, and with the right skills you can also get a variety of
special effects for the coating, giving you a one-of-a-kind finish appearance.
Finally, powder
coating is often preferred over other paint methods because it is an
environmentally-friendly option. The process emits almost no volatile organic
compounds and has far less hazardous waste than more conventional paint
methods, and even the excess powder can be recycled almost indefinitely, so
there is very little waste. In addition, new developments in cleaning
solutions, including phosphate-free cleaning products, maximize performance
while minimizing the environmental impacts of the process.
Set Your Style
With all the options
available for powder coating paint colors, you can easily get exactly the match
you want for your indoor or outdoor railing projects. Start at Wasatch Steel,
where you can select the stainless steel railing style from one of the widest
selections of designs and sizes. Choose from traditional styles, simple styles,
ornate and whimsical looks, and even contemporary styles. Next, get your
railing spindles powder coated to give them a uniform, smooth finish. Keep in
mind that thinner coatings often do not have as uniform a look as a thicker
finish, so you’ll want to add several coats to get the best outcome. It’s best
to work with someone skilled at working with powder coat tools so you can get
the railing properly prepped for optimal adhesion and to keep it looking great
in the long term, plus get long-lasting corrosion resistance with the highest
quality paints.
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