Architectural and Building / Construction

The architectural and building market is growing for powder coated products because of the excellent durability of powder coatings and the variety of finishes and colors that are available. In Europe, powder coatings predominate within this market, and in North America the industry is working diligently to expand powder coating use.

The recent advances in polyester-TGIC and fluoropolymer powders have enabled powder coatings to compete with liquid architectural coatings in durability, weatherability, and resistance to fading. These are being used on outdoor stadium seating and other exterior applications that were previously susceptible to degradation from ultraviolet rays.

Aluminum extrusions used on frames for windows and doors are powder coated as are building facades, fixtures, and modular furniture. Many highway and building projects use powder coating on products such as light poles, guard rails, signs, posts, and fencing.

Light poles, lawn furniture, shopping carts and shelving often benefit from powder with fluorocarbon (polytetrafluoroethylene) additives for increased resistance to abrasion.

Clear coat powders are often used as an external protective layer on many brass products such as door knobs, hinges, railing, lamps, and plumbing fixtures. There are also powders that can substitute for chrome and brass plating in certain applications.