Q: Powdercoating is done with thermoplastic or thermoset polymer powder, and these materials are formulated for bonding with different base metals to give the best results. See the next section for a detailed discussion of the differences between thermoset and thermoplastic coats. What's good for a car may not be good for a small trinket or decoration. It sounds simple, but many people forget this step. The powder coat you apply will adhere to everything (if properly done) on your rig, making sealed surfaces, bearings, clamps, bolts and nuts, etc. useless after blasting. Using bead or abrasive blasting on hard metal, such as cast iron or steel, will remove mill and rust scale, dirt and foreign materials. Chemical solvent cleaning will remove any grease, oil, or paint, and light sanding can be done to finish preparing the surface. Aluminum, magnesium, and other soft alloy metals can be solvent cleaned and wire brushed, or sanded if needed. For example, you might sand-blast whatever you want to powder coat until it's down to bare metal. This is the first step in the process. If you don't have access to a sandblaster, you can also use a wire wheel, bench-grinder, or even sandpaper. Just as long as you get the material down to bare metal. The next step is to strip the metal of any remaining grime or gunk. You can achieve this by soaking the item in acetone (if the item is small enough) or by wiping it with an acetone-soaked rag. This is done using a "gun" or compressed air sprayer which electrostatically charges the powder material so that it sticks to the grounded base metal object receiving the coating. These guns are available from various suppliers, and cost as little as $100. For experimental purposes, you can apply the powder to a flat metal surface by dusting it directly on, and spreading it to a thin, even layer. Make sure you have your electrostatic charge hooked up to whatever part you are coating. The powder you use won't properly adhere unless it's given a charge to hold onto. After applying the coat but before curing, be careful not to brush or blow on the powder coat, as this will cause some of the powder to fall off, leaving you with a less precise coat. A conventional oven is suitable for this purpose if the metal is small enough to fit, otherwise, an infrared heat lamp or other flame less heat source needs to be used. Normally, the object is heated to 350 to 375 F (175 to 190 C) for about 10 to 15 minutes, and allowed to cool. You can use a conventional oven to powder coat smaller items. Just be sure that you won't be using the oven to cook food after the powder coating. Once you've used an oven to powder coat, it absolutely should not be used for cooking.
A: Determine the type of material you are going to powdercoat and then select a suitable powder for the finish. Disassemble all threaded or lubricated interfaces before you begin, including anything you don't want coated. Clean the base metal thoroughly. Apply the powder to the object to be powder coated. Cure the metal at a temperature appropriate for the powder material you use.

Q: Picking a fragrance or perfume can be overwhelming, but it is an effective way to enhance how you smell. Here are a few tips that experts recommend when selecting a perfume: If you know there's a certain perfume you like or a certain scent, ask a sales associate for assistance finding a similar fragrance. They should be able to help you narrow down the list and identify the notes in the fragrance that you are attracted to. It's important to test the product on your skin because your unique skin pH affects the fragrance. Experts recommend wearing it for at least 20 minutes to get the full impact. Test out perfumes and fragrances in small batches so you don't overwhelm yourself with too many scents at once. This might involve multiple trips, but it will help ensure you pick a product that smells gorgeous. Bring samples of the perfumes you like home so that you can test it in your own environment and when there is less pressure to purchase something. Perfume can quickly dissipate, so try these tricks to increase the longevity of the products you apply: Apply perfume right after you shower, when your skin is moisturized and it easily absorbs the fragrance. One of the best places to apply perfume is the hair because it holds the perfume well and will leave a gorgeous-smelling scent in your wake. Instead of spraying your hair directly with perfume, which can dry it out, apply it to your hairbrush prior to brushing. Avoid rubbing the fragrance once it's on your skin because this makes the top note of your perfume fade, minimizing the full effect. Use a dab of vaseline or petroleum jelly on an area of your skin before applying perfume or fragrance to make the scent longer-lasting. Moisturizing your skin with unscented lotion before applying perfume also helps preserve the scent longer. Fragrance oils are longer-lasting formulas, so choose these when you need to smell gorgeous for a longer period. Applying too much perfume can make you smell overwhelming rather than gorgeous, so keep these tips in mind to make sure you apply it properly: Body splash, eau de cologne, and eau de toilette, have lower concentrations of fragrance oils and are usually more subtle, so if you tend to over-apply products, these might be a better choice. If you are worried you put on too much perfume or body spray, use a makeup wipe on the area and start fresh.You can also sprinkle a little baby powder on the affected area, which should absorb the fragrance. Many people store their perfumes and fragrances in the bathroom, but the increased humidity, heat, and light in these locations can actually decrease the potency of these products. To keep your products smelling gorgeous, store them in dry and cool locations. Scented lotions can often be more fragrant, cheaper, and longer-lasting than perfumes. If you're someone who worries about where to apply the perfume or how much to apply, using a lotion may require less guesswork. Just smooth an even layer of the lotion over areas you would like to moisturize. You can add a few drops of your favorite perfume or body spray to unscented lotion for a gorgeous smelling version of your perfume that is usually more affordable. Scented bath products are also an easy and inexpensive way to smell gorgeous because they are often more affordable than perfumes. If you are going to use a strong-smelling perfume or lotion, a lighter smelling body wash or shower gel might be a better choice so these scents are not competing. When you use multiple scented products, it's important to consider how the scents will mix. Here are a few tips for choosing products that go together and compliment each other so you don't choose a combination that leaves you smelling less than gorgeous: Many companies release lotions, perfumes, and body sprays in the same line that are intended to work together. These are known as ancillary products, and if you are worried about how best to combine different products, these are often a safe bet. Choose products in the same scent family so they go better together. For example, if you use a floral-based perfume, choose a floral-based shower gel or lotion. Products with vanilla, amber, and coconut layer well together and often pair with a wider range of products and scents.
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Select a gorgeous-smelling fragrance. Keep your perfume from dissipating upon application. Don't overdo the perfume. Store your fragrances and perfumes properly. Use a gorgeous-smelling lotion. Use great-smelling bath products. Combine scented products carefully.