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Specializing in Honda/Acura service - Southwest Powder Coating - Superior quality and service is our main goal to our customers. We are a family owned business that will give you and your project that special attention it needs.
ABOUT US:
Carl is certified Acura/Honda Specialist. He also is a car and motorcycle enthusiast. Whether old or new, it is an enjoyable hobby.
Carl is married with 2 children. He has been working on Honda and Acura’s for 16 years now and is well known in the Houston and surrounding Area for his knowledge of these cars. He has built three 427 Cobras and two Shelby Daytona Coupes kit cars as well as currently building his own 427 Cobra kit car. When not working, Carl enjoys attending events like car shows, club meets or going to the race track. He also frequently visits internet forums like ffcobra.com and nsxprime.com.
Powder Coating is another form of restoration, giving new life or extended life to your prized possessions.
Carl is married with 2 children. He has been working on Honda and Acura’s for 16 years now and is well known in the Houston and surrounding Area for his knowledge of these cars. He has built three 427 Cobras and two Shelby Daytona Coupes kit cars as well as currently building his own 427 Cobra kit car. When not working, Carl enjoys attending events like car shows, club meets or going to the race track. He also frequently visits internet forums like ffcobra.com and nsxprime.com.
Powder Coating is another form of restoration, giving new life or extended life to your prized possessions.
TIPS ON CARING FOR YOUR POWDER COATED SURFACE
Powder coating is one of the most durable color coatings available for a wide range of products and uses. But even though powder coated surfaces are tougher and will shed dirt easier than solvent based paints, they are about the same hardness as automotive paint, so they will scratch. To obtain the very best results in overall finish and in longevity, correct product handling and care is essential.
"Ensure regular cleaning"
As with many coated surfaces, regular cleaning will extend the life of the surface and retain its appearance. Cleaning should be conducted routinely at three month intervals and six months should be considered the longest interval. In industrial or marine locations particular attention should be paid to regular care due to the harsher atmosphere.
> Clean with a dilute solution of mild liquid detergent and warm water. Avoid excessively hot solutions. Automotive based car wash detergents and standard deck cleaning detergents can also be used. Be sure to read all manufactures directions to make sure it is safe for use on painted surfaces. It is recommended that a small test area be checked first
> Use a soft bristle brush. Do not use abrasive tools on the coating. After cleaning, rinse thoroughly with fresh water. Ensure that areas that are not normally exposed to rain are washed and rinsed also.
> An electric pressure washer may also aid in cleaning. The use of a pressure washer with a greater than 1,500 PSI and/or applied closer than 10" could damage the powder coat surface.
> Do not use strong solvent type cleaners. Where the use of solvent is required, such as cleaning paint spills, use nothing other than Methylated Spirits. Ensure that the contact time is as short as possible, and rinse the solvent cleaner thoroughly from the surface with copious amounts of fresh water. It is strongly recommended that a small test area be checked first, to ensure that no damage will occur to the whole area.
> A mixture of 25% Bleach & 75% Warm Water can also be used on “White” powder coat to brighten the finish. It should be applied by a garden sprayer and allowed to soak no more than 10 minutes. Light scrubbing with a soft bristle brush can also aid in the effects. Rinse with copious amounts of fresh water. Make sure you have no other items that will come in contact with the bleach.
> Do not use Acetates, Dulon Thinners, Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) or Petrol products. Highly acidic cleaners are not recommended either.
> Even though most powder coatings are highly resistant, certain solvents can harm them. Avoid contact with nail polish remover, paint or lacquer thinner, motor oils, transmission and brake fluids or parts cleaning fluids. If any of these should contact the powder coated surface, immediately wipe the area with a soft, clean cloth, and wash as described above.
> Automotive (nonabrasive paint polish) may be used to remove water spotting and enhance the gloss.
> If you reside in a cold weather climate where ice and snow periodically come in contact with your deck, use calcium chloride or rock salt to melt the ice and snow.
1 comment:
Way to go, Carl T.
John
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