Glossary

Powder coating

What powder coating is, when it is used on metal parts, and how to specify it clearly in UK manufacturing RFQs.

What it is

Powder coating is a dry-finish process where powder is applied electrostatically and cured into a durable coating — common on metal fabrications and outdoor parts.

What to specify

Call out colour (RAL/Pantone where relevant), gloss level, texture, and any masking requirements. Ask about lead time separately from fabrication lead time.

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