Powder Coating Patio Furniture: A Complete Guide
Has your beautiful metal patio furniture seen better days? After a few seasons in the harsh Colorado sun and snow, even the most expensive outdoor furniture can start to look faded, chipped, and rusted. Before you spend a fortune on a new set, consider a much more cost-effective and durable solution: powder coating.
Restoring your existing patio furniture with a professional powder coat finish can make it look better than new and protect it for many years to come. At ColorWerks in Centennial, CO, we’re not just automotive experts; we can bring our durable coating expertise to your backyard. Here’s everything you need to know about powder coating your patio furniture.
Why is Your Old Finish Failing?
Most metal patio furniture comes from the factory with a simple painted finish. While it may look good initially, this thin layer of paint is no match for the elements. The intense UV rays of the Denver sun cause the paint to fade and become brittle. Moisture from rain and snow finds its way into any small chip or scratch, leading to rust and corrosion that bubbles and flakes the paint.
The Powder Coating Advantage for Outdoor Furniture
Powder coating is a far superior finish for any metal item that lives outdoors. Unlike paint, which is a simple liquid layer, powder coating is a thermal-fused polymer shell that is chemically bonded to the metal. This creates a finish that is:
- Extremely Durable: It is highly resistant to chipping, scratching, and peeling.
- Weather-Resistant: It provides a seamless, non-porous barrier that protects the metal from moisture and prevents rust.
- UV-Stable: High-quality powders are designed to resist fading and degradation from sunlight, keeping your furniture looking vibrant for years.
- Environmentally Friendly: Powder coating contains no solvents and releases negligible amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the atmosphere.
The Restoration Process
When you bring your old patio furniture to ColorWerks, we put it through a complete restoration process:
- Sandblasting: First, we completely strip the old, failing finish and any rust down to the bare metal using our professional sandblasting equipment.
- Preparation: We then inspect the furniture for any needed repairs and thoroughly clean it to prepare for coating.
- Powder Coating: We apply a durable, weather-resistant powder in your choice of color. With over 6,500 colors and textures to choose from, you can match your home’s exterior or go for a bold new look.
- Curing: The furniture is then cured in our large oven, which melts the powder into a hard, beautiful, and long-lasting finish.
The result is a piece of furniture that is not just refreshed, but is now far more durable and weather-resistant than it was when it was new.
What Kind of Furniture Can Be Powder Coated?
If it’s made of metal, it can be powder coated! We can restore:
- Wrought iron chairs and tables
- Aluminum loungers
- Steel benches
- Metal planters and decorative items
A Smart Investment for Your Home
Powder coating your existing patio furniture is a smart and sustainable choice. It saves you the high cost of buying a new set, keeps bulky items out of the landfill, and gives you a custom look that is built to last. A professionally powder-coated set of patio furniture can easily provide another 15-20 years of service.
Ready to give your backyard a makeover? Bring your tired old patio furniture to ColorWerks! Call us today at 720-328-5439 for a free quote, or visit us online at colorwerks.co.