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There are many general advantages to using the powder coating process over conventional paints. For instance it contains no solvents so is kinder to the environment; overspray can be reused; it doesn’t run and it provides a tougher coating. There are though, a few distinct advantages for using powder coating on hand-forged ironmongery.
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Powder coating is a modern painting process whereby dry powdered paint is applied to a bare metal object and baked on in a high-temperature oven. It’s a common method of finishing everyday objects and is increasingly being offered as a finishing option for hand-forged ironmongery.
Application of the powder is by spray gun. There are two […]

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