Final Touch Powder Coating

Let us put the FINAL TOUCH on your project!

Business hour update

With a focus on customer service, we have been open for business 6-days per week for the past 13 years! We understand it is not always possible, or convenient, to come in during the workweek. Being here on Saturday AND Sunday gives our customers the opportunity to visit us when their schedule permits. Knowing how important that is, we will continue to be available on Sundays from 8 am - 12 pm. A complete list of our business hours can be found at the bottom of this page.

A Sharp Salute!

As a 20 year veteran of the U.S. Air Force I am extremely proud of the brave men and women of the Armed Forces who have dedicated their lives, and those who have given their lives, defending us and our way of life. Likewise, emergency responders such as police, firefighters and EMTs also put themselves in harms way to protect us here at home, and unfortunately, many have died doing just that. Please take a minute to thank a military member and emergency responder for what they do, and remember, every one of them have chosen their profession.

Roger Blanchard

About Final Touch Powder Coating

Our priority is high quality finishes and top-notch customer service. We have been applying show quality powder coating since 1999. Every part we work on is treated as if it were our own, taking special care to tape off or plug critical areas that shouldn't be coated. Final Touch Powder Coating is a custom coater [batch] shop. That basically means we powder coat in batches for the general public and our process is completely manual, no automated equipment. Our 5,000 square foot facility is located only 10 miles north of Fayetteville NC in Spring Lake, just outside of Fort Bragg and Pope Army Airfield (see address below). Our 20' oven can handle any motorcycle part and practically any car or truck part including frames and race car chassis. For a price quote please E-mail a detailed description, with dimensions, and pictures if possible to roger@finaltouchpowdercoating.com. You are also welcome to stop in during normal business hours (see below) or call 910-496-0555. Please leave a message after hours and we will get back to you no later than the following business day.

We also have a fully furnished 1,200 square foot indoor blast facility! We will gladly blast your parts even if they won't be powder coated so prep work on your various projects will be quick and thorough. We use a fine grit aluminum oxide (abrasive) or baking soda (non-abrasive) depending on job requirements. Because baking soda is non-abrasive there is no need to remove or mask glass, chrome, rubber, fiberglass or plastic. That translates to a considerable time savings for our customers. See an example of how gentle soda blasting is on our Shop photo gallery as we stripped a 1971 Corvette. The paint was completely stripped off but the fiberglass was not damaged. In fact, the process is so easy on the surface that we can even leave old body filler in tact if desired, as seen in the pictures. We will be happy to talk to you about your project and advise about what blast media would be best. Blasting large items like an entire car or truck is by appointment only and will usually be completed the same or next day, a fraction of the time needed to hand sand or chemically strip. Please contact us for more information and pricing.

For any blasting needs you may have that cannot be brought to our location, we can now come to you! We are very excited to announce the launch of Final Touch Mobile Blasting. Our mobile blasting service uses the latest in dustless blasting technology. All abrasives used are environmentally friendly and recycled materials. For any metal items we blast, we include a 100% eco-friendly rust inhibitor that prevents flash rusting for several days, allowing you to prime and paint the parts at your leisure, rather than the mad scramble we have become accustomed to. The eco-friendly rust inhibitor will not damage plants, animals, or people so blasting a car in your driveway will not harm momma's flowers, or Fifi. This equipment is the perfect solution for more than just cars and trucks, although it does strip them exceptionally well. The dustless blaster is equally effective on concrete, brick, cinder block, wood, and even fiberglass without damaging the surface! Visit our Mobile Blasting web site and be sure to follow, like and share both business's on Facebook.

What is Powder Coating?

Powder coating is an advanced method of applying a decorative and protective finish to any metal parts that are used by both industries and private consumers. The powder used for this process is a mixture of finely ground particles of pigment and resin that is electrostatically sprayed onto the surface to be coated. The charged powder particles adhere to the electrically grounded surface until heated and fused into a smooth coating in a curing oven. The result is a uniform, durable, high quality and attractive finish. Powder coating is one of the fastest growing finishing technologies in North America.

Powder coatings produce an attractive finish that offers excellent resistance to corrosion, heat, impact, abrasion, fading from sunlight, and extreme weather. Color selection is virtually unlimited with high and low gloss levels, metallics and even clear finishes available. Texture selection ranges from smooth surfaces to wrinkled or rough textures designed for hiding surface imperfections while enhancing the parts appearance. Both thin and thick film applications are possible to suit the particular requirements of the job.

The automotive industry uses powder coating on wheels, bumpers, hubcaps, door handles, decorative trim and accent parts, truck beds, frames, suspension parts, filters and numerous engine parts. Powder coatings can also be used as primer surfacing and an anti-chip coating on hoods and body panels.

The architectural and building market powder coats aluminum extrusions used on frames for windows, doors and modular furniture. Many highway and building projects use powder coating on light poles, guard rails, signs, posts and fencing.

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company has recognized the advantages of powder coating since 1994. They have used this process on frames, swing arms, engine components and various other parts. Harley-Davidson has also included powder coating on virtually every part of the Dyna Super Glide Sport and Night Train models with very impressive results.

What can be powder coated?

Any metal part can be powder coated. However, powder coating has some limitations such as excessive heat and high powder cure temperatures. The rule of thumb on powder coating an automotive exhaust part is, anywhere a chrome pipe "blues" or discolors from high heat is too hot for powder coating. Another limitation is powder coating parts that contain lead solder such as radiators, heater cores, metal gas tanks, etc. The powder cure temperature is high enough to cause lead solder to soften and sometimes start to melt.

All parts must be fully disassembled before being brought in for powder coat, to include all bearings and seals. However, metal bushings and bearing races should be left in and will be masked.

Why choose powder coating over paint?

Significantly more durable than conventional wet paints - extremely resistant to chips, abrasion, heat, UV light, and various chemicals
Environmentally friendly - no hazardous materials, vapors or disposal concerns
Can be less expensive than liquid coatings with superior results possible
Wide selection of OEM and custom colors available including translucents, textures and metallics
Consistent application - no runs, drips or sags
Extremely quick - part is ready for service in less than an hour after heat cure. There are no additional drying or curing times as with liquid paints
Proven award-winning results!