Powder Coating Services in San Antonio
Powder Coating Services in San Antonio, TX
Powder coating is a dry finish sprayed with an electrostatic charge and cured in an oven into a hard, even coat. We coat brackets, signs, equipment, motorcycle and ATV parts, trailers, and architectural and commercial metal — and we prep every part down to bare metal first. Same-day quotes may be available. Our workmanship is guaranteed. Book your spot now!
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Powder Coating Services in San Antonio
Powder coating is a dry finish: the powder is sprayed onto metal with an electrostatic charge, then cured in an oven so it flows into a hard, even coat. We coat brackets, signs, equipment, motorcycle and ATV parts, trailers, and restaurant and storefront metal — and we prep every part down to bare metal first. We also coat gates, fences, railings and patio furniture (see our gate and fence page) and wheels and automotive parts (see our wheel page).
Why Choose Us for Powder Coating
Oven-Cured Toughness
The powder flows into a hard, even finish in the oven — thicker and tougher than most spray paint.
Bare-Metal Prep
Every job starts with blasting and cleaning to bare metal so the powder bonds clean and lasts.
Workmanship Guaranteed
We stand behind our prep and finish. If something isn't right, we make it right.
Custom Colors
Gloss, satin, matte, textured, metallic, candy and clear — with color matching for custom work.
What's Included
Parts & Equipment
Brackets, signs, equipment, motorcycle and ATV parts, and trailers — blasted, prepped and coated to last.
Commercial Metal
Architectural and commercial metal for businesses, restaurants and storefronts, including production runs.
Color Matching
Custom powder coating with color matching to a sample, in a wide range of colors and finishes.
Single & Two-Stage
Single-stage powder for solid colors, and two-stage base-plus-clear for candy, metallic and chrome-look finishes.
Why This Matters in San Antonio
San Antonio's long, hot summers — with many days near or above 100°F — and intense sun fade and chalk ordinary paint fast. A cured powder finish resists that sun-fading and chalking far better than spray paint, which is why it's the right choice for metal that lives outdoors here. Spring hailstorms, like the April 2016 hailstorm that was one of the costliest in Texas history, can dent and chip metal and finishes; powder coating's thicker, harder surface takes that abuse better than paint. The region's hard, mineral-rich water from the Edwards Aquifer leaves white calcium scale on metal, and a smooth powder finish is easier to rinse clean. From the decorative ironwork on older homes near downtown to the patio sets and fences in the newer master-planned communities on the north and west sides, San Antonio's metal takes a beating — and powder coating is built for it.
Care & Prevention
Rinse powder-coated items with mild soap and water and avoid harsh solvents that can dull the finish. Touch up chips from hail or gravel before rust creeps under the coating. Keep sprinkler spray off coated items so hard-water spots don't build up, and a light wax once or twice a year helps outdoor metal hold its gloss.
Powder Coating Colors & Finishes
A powder coat finish can look and feel very different depending on the powder. Gloss is shiny and reflective; satin has a soft sheen; matte is flat and low-glare; textured has a slight roughness that hides fingerprints and wear; metallic has a sparkle from metal flakes in the powder; candy is a translucent color over a base coat for depth; and clear is a transparent protective topcoat. We'll show you what each looks like and recommend the right one for your part and where it lives.
Powder Coating Cost & Prices
What drives the price: the size and number of parts, how much old coating and rust must come off, the surface or substrate, the finish and number of coats, the color choice, masking, any repairs, and removal and reinstallation for installed pieces. Two-stage finishes cost more than single-stage because they need a base coat plus a clear or color coat. Larger batches cost less per piece because the oven and prep time are spread across more parts. We give you a firm price after we see the job.
Powder Coating vs Paint
A cured powder finish is thicker and tougher than most spray paint, resists chips and sun-fading better, and contains no solvents. Paint still makes sense for touch-ups, surfaces that can't go in an oven, or items too large to transport. For metal that lives outdoors in the San Antonio sun, powder coating holds its color and gloss far longer.
Powder Coat Aluminum
Aluminum powder coats very well — it's a common substrate, from patio furniture to automotive parts. The key is the right prep and the right powder for aluminum. We handle both, and we'll tell you honestly whether powder coating is the right fit for your aluminum part.
Commercial Powder Coating
We coat architectural and commercial metal for businesses, restaurants, contractors and production runs. Whether it's a batch of brackets, storefront metal, or restaurant equipment, we prep and coat to a consistent standard. Larger production runs cost less per piece because the oven and prep time are spread across more parts.
Single Stage vs Two-Stage Powder Coat
Single-stage powder coat is one coat of powder with no clear — a solid, durable color in one pass. Two-stage uses a base coat plus a clear or color coat, and it's how candy, metallic and chrome-look finishes are built. Two-stage costs more because it needs an extra coat and extra cure time, but the depth and effect are worth it for show-quality work.
Custom Powder Coating & Color Matching
We do custom powder coating and color matching to a sample. Bring us a part, a swatch, or a color code, and we'll match it as closely as the powder allows. Not every color is an exact match in powder, but we get close, and we'll tell you honestly how close before we start.
A Note on Mobile Powder Coating
Blasting and prep can be done on-site with our mobile rig, but the powder itself has to be cured in an oven — so the coating is done in the shop. Mobile and on-site work means blasting and prep. If you have a large or installed piece, we'll talk through removal, transport and reinstallation when you book.
Pricing Guide
We never guess a price. The figures below show what drives the cost — your exact price is set after we see the job.
| Job Type | Price | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Small parts (brackets, valve covers) | Priced after we see the job | Part size, condition, finish, number of colors |
| Medium parts (signs, equipment) | Priced after we see the job | Size, prep needed, finish, masking |
| Large items (trailers, frames) | Priced after we see the job | Size, oven space, how much old coating and rust, number of coats |
| Commercial / production runs | Priced after we see the job | Quantity, batch size, color, finish, turnaround |
Is this the right fit? The right method is decided after we see the item or surface. Some items may not suit a given process — for example thin sheet metal, plastic, glass, rubber or cast parts that may warp, pit or outgas, or items with lead paint that need special handling. We'll tell you straight before we start.
Get Your Quote Today
Call now or book online. Same-day quotes may be available — our workmanship is guaranteed.
What to Expect
Call or Book
Call us or send a quote request with photos and what you need.
We Look & Quote
We look at the parts and give you a firm price and timeframe.
Blast, Prep & Coat
We strip, blast, prep and apply the powder, then cure it in the oven.
Pick-Up or Delivery
You pick up or we deliver — details confirmed when you book.
Powder Coating FAQ
QIs powder coating heat resistant?
Powder coating handles normal heat well — far better than most spray paint — but the exact heat it can take depends on the powder chemistry and the part it's on. We won't promise a specific temperature rating, because that depends on the resin, the color, and how the part is used. Tell us what the part does and how hot it gets, and we'll recommend the right powder for the job.
QHow long does powder coat last?
A well-prepped, oven-cured powder finish lasts far longer than spray paint — it resists chips, scratches and sun-fading better because it's thicker and harder. Exactly how long depends on the part, the finish, the color, and how much sun, heat and wear it sees. We prep every part down to bare metal first, which is the single biggest factor in how long the finish holds up.
QCan aluminum be powder coated?
Yes — aluminum powder coats very well. It's a common substrate for powder coating, from patio furniture to automotive parts. The key is the right prep and the right powder for aluminum, and we handle both.
QCan you paint powder coated aluminum?
You can paint over a powder-coated surface, but it's not usually the best move. Powder coating is already tougher than paint, so painting over it is a step down in durability. If the coating is in good shape, we'd rather leave it. If it's failing, the better fix is to strip it, re-prep, and re-coat — not paint over it.
Our Other Services
Sandblasting
Dry abrasive blasting that strips paint, rust and old coatings down to bare surface.
Dustless, Soda & Media Blasting
On-site wet abrasive and media blasting for homes, brick, pools and delicate surfaces.
Industrial, Paint Stripping & Rust Removal
Heavy-duty blast cleaning for structural steel, equipment, fleets and fabricated steel.
Wheel, Rim & Automotive Powder Coating
Wheel refinishing and automotive powder coating for rims, calipers and car parts.
Gates, Fences, Railings & Patio Furniture
Powder coating for wrought iron gates, fences, railings and outdoor furniture.
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