Here I am holding two Moroccan-style lanterns from Z Gallerie that we had powder coated a jaunty orange. The original finish on these lanterns had begun to peel and flake, so a trip to the powder coating facility was necessary. These revitalized lovelies will keep their good looks for years to come.
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Sometimes we must sound like an old record on eternal repeat… We cannot discuss painting a front door often enough or decoupaging a table or, well, powder coating anything metal.
So here we are again extolling the virtues of powder coating!
If you have anything from metal patio furniture to sconces and everything in between, there is nothing like powder coating to take the finish on these pieces from tired to tip-top terrific. Here’s how powder coating works: Powder coating is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. The coating is typically applied electrostatically and is then cured under heat to allow it to flow and form a “skin.” The results are tougher than conventional paint and emit nearly no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and the powder coated items won’t chip or show wear and tear like fading from being out in the sun and the elements.
So if you have anything metal that needs any overhaul, why not think about a trip to a powder coater near you. It’s one of our most favorite activities…
To find your local powder coater, simply go to Google and type in “powder coating” and see what comes up nearby… It’s that easy!
John and I borrowed a neighbor's truck to head to our powder coaters in upstate New York. It was a rainy fall day, but at least we got a hint of the fall hues. Note our small maple tree in full autumn glory to the right of the truck.
John empties the truck at Madcap Cottage of our candy-colored stash!
Two vintage faux bamboo chairs refreshed with bubblegum pink powder coating!
Here's a pair of vintage anchor planters that were tired and beat-up. These ladies needed an overhaul!
Here's one of those same anchor planters after it has been given a marine blue powder coating treatment. Stunning, n'est-ce pas?
A vintage Chinoiserie-styled lantern that I found in upstate New York. Sadly, this lamp was in terrible shape. I took out the wiring and then sent the lantern to the powder coaters for a fun and flirty overhaul.
Here's the same lantern "after!" It had started to rain, so the lamp is a tad wet, but you can still see the dramatic, transformative results...
Tags: Before and After, Color, Inc., John Loecke, Madcap Cottage, Powder coating, Weekend warrior
Jason,
Wow what a transformation for these great pieces!! I love the vibrant colors of course!
What kind of cost approximately for these sizes?
Oh I have a designer pillow Giveaway I hope you will join! (a great resource as well),
Xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
The pink bamboo chairs are my favorite! Thank you for the tip, just found a powder coater place 10 min. from my house… now what to have powder coated?