When it comes to coating any type of metal to give it the perfect look you’re looking for, there are a variety of options to choose from. However, for those who are concerned about their environmental impact, the best choice is powder coating. When compared to other metal finishing options such as plating, sandblasting, or using paint, powder coating delivers a beautiful finish while still providing all of the environmental benefits.

Why Powder Coating is an Environmentally Friendly Options

1. Doesn’t Impact the Air Quality

Unlike liquid coatings, powder coating doesn’t need a solvent to stick to the metal which means it doesn’t not contain volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. Over time, the VOCs are released into the air and damage the ozone. They are also an extremely dangerous health risk, causing eye, nose, and throat irritation as well as damage to the liver, kidney, and central nervous system. This metal coating is also a greener process because it doesn’t release as much exhaust into the atmosphere, instead recycling it back into the plant.

2. Can Be Recycled

When powder coating, it’s inevitable that some of the powder paint will not make its way onto the metal, but unlike using a paint, it’s much easier to reuse the excess powder. Powder reclamation allows companies to get the unused powder from the filters and off the floor and reuse it in another batch. This process is best done when using the same or similar primary colors.

3. Produces Less Hazardous Waste

Another benefit of powder coating is that it is easily disposed of. Unlike harmful paints that can damage the environment in not properly disposed of, powder paint won’t lead to any damage, regardless of how it is thrown out. It also provides greater preservation during the retouching aspect of metal resurfacing. If a mistake is made during the coating process, you don’t need to use harsh chemicals in order to correct it. Before it’s cured, changes can be made simply by removing the paint powder using compressed air.

 

In addition to providing a beautiful finish to your metal project, powder coating is also much safer for the environment, and there’s no one better at providing professional metal coating services than the experts at Gateway Powder Coating in O’Fallon, MO. Servicing the great St. Louis area, they specialize in the application of powder coating to a variety of metal surfaces. Using state-of-the-art technology, they provide fast and reliable coating services to keep your metals protected. Schedule a consultation by calling (636) 486-2428 or learn more online.