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Powder coating over insta-rust
Can a clear powder coat be used as a sealer over insta-rust rails. After many tests we are experiencing severe "fish eye" in the finish. We have tried multiple rinse, pre-bake and wipe with tack cloth ⇦[this on eBay or Amazon affil links] to remove any rust residue.
James Elmoremetal fabricator - Orangevale, California, USA
February 26, 2009
March 3, 2009
Unfortunately I am not familiar with "insta-rust" but if it is one of those waterborne finishes derived from a copper salt and acid solution... maybe it requires more washing... the final rinse in fresh water.
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The fish eyes maybe due to air entrapment? Heat the fence prior to PC (10-20 °F above recommended cure for the powder) for 15-30 mins. Whilst cooling down but still hot to the hand apply powder and then return to the oven for final baking.
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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