Powder coating is a process of applying a dry powder to the surface of an object and then curing it with heat. This creates a durable, long-lasting finish that can be used on a variety of surfaces, including furniture.
To powder coat furniture at home, you will need to purchase a powder coating kit, which includes a powder coating gun, powders, and cure oven. You will also need to sand and clean the surface of your furniture before starting.
Once you have all of your supplies, follow these steps:
1. Set up your work area in a well-ventilated space. Cover any nearby surfaces with drop cloths or plastic sheeting to protect them from overspray.
2. Sand the surface of your furniture with medium-grit sandpaper to create an even texture for the powder to adhere to. Be sure to remove any dust from sanding by wiping down the piece with a tack cloth or vacuum attachment.
3. Clean the surface of your furniture with alcohol or another cleaner designed for powder coating prep. This step is important for ensuring that the powder adheres properly to the surface.
4 .Set up your powder coating gun according to the manufacturer's instructions . When you are ready to startpowdercoating , hold the gun about 6 inches away fromthe surface of the furniture and releasea small amountofpowder ontoit . Movethe gunbackandforthacrossthe surfacetoensureevencoverage .
5 Letthepowdercoatingsit onthefurnitureforabout5 minutesbeforecuring itinanoven setto300 degreesFahrenheit .Placethesurfaceofyourfurnitureonawirerackinsideoftheoven so thatallofthesidesareexposedtocured evenly .
6 Wait untilthefurnitureiscompletelycooledoffbeforehandling itor usingitinanyway