Powder Coating Cost Guide
What drives a powder coating quote: part size, prep, color, finish and turnaround — with our published minimums.
Comparison
Powder Coating vs Paint: Which Lasts Longer?
Powder coating and wet paint both add color — but they perform very differently, especially on the Gulf coast. Here's the honest comparison.
The Core Difference
Paint is a wet film that air-dries; powder is a dry coating baked into a hard shell. That shell resists chips, corrosion and UV fade far better — which matters most where salt air attacks finishes.
Where Each Makes Sense
Powder coating wins for metal that takes weather, wear or salt: railings, wheels, marine hardware, industrial parts. Paint still has a place for very large structures, certain substrates and touch-ups — we'll tell you honestly when powder isn't the right fit.
Side by Side
| Criterion | Powder coating | Paint |
|---|---|---|
| Durability | Our pick | — |
| Corrosion/salt resistance | Our pick | — |
| Color range | Either — RAL for powder | Either |
| Very large or on-site structures | — | Our pick |
A dash means it is not our pick for that row, not that it cannot be done.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is powder coating better than paint?
For durability and corrosion resistance on metal, yes — it lasts far longer, especially near saltwater.
Does powder coating chip like paint?
It resists chipping much better because it's a baked, flexible shell rather than a thin film.
Can you powder coat anything paint can cover?
Most metal, yes; very large or on-site structures may still suit paint. We'll advise per part.
Is powder coating worth the cost vs paint?
Usually — you recoat far less often, so it's better value over time.
Which resists Florida sun better?
Powder coating resists UV fade better than most wet paints.
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Powder Coating Color Catalog (RAL)
Browse the RAL range with matte, satin, gloss and texture finishes — and see which are house colors at no charge.
Powder Coating Finishes Guide
Matte, satin, gloss, textured, silver vein and copper vein — how each wears and where each belongs.
Side by Side
Tell us the part, quantity, color and date — we'll quote it. Free estimate, 2-year workmanship warranty.