How Much Does Powder Coating Cost?


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Powder coating is a safe, dry finishing process that is used to create a protective finish that is often used on metal products or vehicle parts.  This process, when complete, will create a hard finish that is known to be tougher when compared to traditional paint jobs.

This process, according to the experts, is known to be safer and is a better option when you want to protect your newly powder coated part from rust.

MODDED SPORTY FRAME POWDER COAT by REDMAXSPEEDSHOP.COM, on Flickr
MODDED SPORTY FRAME POWDER COAT” (CC BY-SA 2.0) by REDMAXSPEEDSHOP.COM

How much does powder coating cost?

The price of powder coating is going to greatly depend on the type of product being coated, the size of the project and the professional you use.  The price can be as low as $2 and be as high as $200 for more parts.

For instance, small airplane and automotive parts, such as seal plates, covers, and tubes, can cost as little as $10.  Something large, such as an engine mount or frame, can cost upwards of $200.

On the official Carters Powder Coating website, they list the different metal and parts they can powder coat.  On the list, for example, each part can cost anywhere from $5 to as much as $150.  Generally, the larger the part is, the more it is going to cost.

Burns Powder Coating, another professional located in West Virginia, lists most of their prices on their website.  Here, prices can range anywhere from as little as $10 for an alternator fan to as much as $200+ for car rims.

Now, if we’re referencing to powder coating the body of a vehicle, then the costs could be much more, often in the $400 to $1,500 range.

Powder coating a set of wheels can be in the $400 to $800 range.

The price estimates noted above often will include masking all the threads, stripping, cleaning, degreasing and coating the parts.

We researched some of the most popular parts that are often powder coated and included the estimates in the table below:

PartAverage Price
ATV Frame$150 to $250
ATV Rims$50 to $75 each
Backing Plate$20 to $45
Bed Frame$75 to $150
Bicycle$60 to $125
Brake Calipers$30 to $50
Brake Drums$20 to $45
Brake Rotors$15 to $35
Car Rims$35 to $150 each
Coil Bracket$5 to $15
Coil Springs$40 to $60
Control Arm$25 to $50
Dipstick$5 to $15
Drive Shaft$10 to $15 per foot
Exhaust Piping$15 to $20 per foot
Fan$25 to $50
Fuel Tank$75 to $150
Grates$10 to $13 per square foot
Gun Barrels$25 to $75
Handle Bars$30 to $55
Headers$150 to $300
Hood Hinge$30 to $50
Hood Latch$25 to $50
Intake Manifold$50 to $125
K-Frame$150 to $300
Lawn Mower$35 to $85
Motorcycle Cylinders$40 to $150
Motorcycle Exhaust$75 to $150
Motorcycle Frame$350 to $500
Oil Cap$5 to $10
Outdoor Furniture$55 to $110 each
Pulleys$10 to $20
Sheet Metal$4 to $6 per square foot
Spacer$10 to $20
Spindle$40 to $60
Sway Bar$35 to $75
Trailer Hitch$50 to $100
Valve Covers$95 to $200
Wagon$10 to $30

What are the extra costs?

Most professionals will charge more if the colors require a two-step coating process.  For a second coat, it’s always best to add 50 percent more to the estimates noted above.

If more prep work is required, then the costs could increase.

If you were to choose an online company that allows you to ship the parts for them to powder coat at this location, then you may have to factor in the shipping costs.

Tips to know:

The powder coating process is made up of finely graded particles of pigment, which makes it low in toxicity.  Using a special electrostatic spray gun, the particles will be charged with static electricity and will be sprayed onto the surface of the product being powder coated.  This process makes the particles adhere to the surface due to the magnetic attraction.  When adhered, it will then be heated to 350 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing to melt and adhere to the surface coating, creating a film that is eventually cooled down to create the finish.

Powder coating, when we look at the pros, is durable and it looks similar to paint; however, on the downside, it is slightly more expensive than painting and can be difficult to repair because it’s not easy to touch up when compared to painting.

How can I save money?

With any service, always make sure that you compare and get at least three quotes.  If it makes sense to ship the item to a company, then by all means, do it.


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