Surface treatment stainless steel: everything you need to know

Surface treatment stainless steel: everything you need to know

With surface treatments (coatings) for stainless steel, you create optimal coatings that add additional properties in addition to preserving the material. We share the options in this area in this article, as well as the factors involved in choosing the right surface treatment for stainless steel.

Surface treatment stainless steel: for what purposes?

The main reasons for coating stainless steel are as follows:

  • Beautifying your stainless steel commercial property(s);
  • Ensuring safe operation up to 600 degrees through heat-resistant coating;
  • Signaling danger. Our temperature romance paints provide for this purpose. (Restrictions apply to this application; please inquire).

Choosing the right stainless steel coating

Several factors are decisive in selecting the right coatings for stainless steel. Among them are the following factors:

  • What is the desired lifespan?
  • What is the surface condition of the material to be coated?
    • Based on this, it becomes clear which preprocessing operations are needed. You can read more about this below.
  • What alloy(s) or alloying elements does the stainless steel object consist of?
  • What aesthetic features are important for the surface?
    • For example, what colors, gloss levels and special effects are desired?

Get advice on proper pre-treatment

Before applying a surface treatment to stainless steel, the surface of the substrate should generally undergo a pretreatment for optimal results. The pre-treatment(s) required depends on the current surface condition. Some operations you can think of are:

  • Degreasing
  • Brushing
  • Blasting

In most cases a primer on stainless steel is not necessary. In some cases it is not recommended due to possible deterioration of the substrate. Inquire about the need for using a primer on your stainless steel commercial property(s).

Whatever surface treatment you desire, Lakfabriek Korthals will be happy to advise you on the necessary pre-treatment(s) that apply to it.

Variety of application options

Surface coatings can be applied in a variety of ways. Application can be done with and through:

  • Brush
  • Roller
  • Various spray applications (pneumatic, airless, airmix)

On stainless steel, coatings in most cases provide sufficient protection with just one coat. However, the desired coating effect and thickness vary with each application. Inquire about the appropriate paint system for your situation.

Reliable quality surface treatment

At Lakfabriek Korthals you have come to the right place for durable coatings of highly reliable quality and longevity. A promise we have been making a difference with since 1878.

Be surprised by our versatile delivery program of industrial paints.

Want to know more? For more information, please feel free to contact us at +31 255 533 554 or office@korthals.nl.

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