Cream powder coat finish on 3V 522 lever door handle
Powder coating
Powder coating is unlike paint in that it is applied as a dry powder, hence its name. The powder is applied to the object using an electrostatic gun which is then heated to 200 °C. The heat enables the thermoset powder to melt and then to form a polymer of a greater molecular weight. This creates a coating of a uniform thickness without runs.
Powder coat is also eco-friendly as over-spray material is collected and re-used which apart from being non-wasteful means it is not allowed to enter the atmosphere. Also going towards its green credentials, unlike many commercial paints, powder coat does not contain solvents or Volatile Organic Compounds.
The benefits of powder coating over paint finishes
- It does not peel or flake when the substrate is flexed
- No solvents are used in the process of powder coating – this produces a low fire risk finish and is also eco-friendly
- Powder coat adheres strongly to the substrate and is corrosion-resistant
- A uniform coating thickness is achieved
- Resistant to UV light fading
- Resistant to acids, solvents and cleaning fluids.
Powder coated products
The John Desmond Ltd powder coating service includes
- Powder-coating manufacturers’ own products
- Retro-fit of furniture, fittings and equipment (FF&E)
- A range of powder coated architectural ironmongery, shown below
- Antimicrobial powder coat
Powder coated architectural ironmongery
We have developed a range of architectural ironmongery and accessories with 3V Architectural Hardware, part of the Vieler Group. The products are suitable for the most robust environments.
As standard, the products are in a hard-wearing powder coat that is resistant to corrosion, ultra-violet light, moisture, chemicals and conditions caused by extreme weather. Powder coating creates a product that is warmer to the touch than a bare metal. The products are fire resistant to standards BS476 Part 6 Fire Propagation, BS476 Part 7 Surface Spread of flames, BS6853 Smoke emission and BS6853 Toxic Fume Emission.
The products are available in:-
- Standard powder coat
- JDL Dexo antimicrobial powder coat
- Bespoke colours to match your brand, interior or other fixture
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Door Handle in Blue
3V 522 Powder coated lever door handle
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Available as a security lever/knob combination
- Available as a WC lever handle
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Grab Rail i Blue
3V 600/800 Powder coated grab rail
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Available in 600mm or 800mm length
- Fixings suitable for brick, concrete, plasterboard and stone
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Pull Handle
3V 230/240 Powder coated pull handle
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Available in 230mm or 240mm guage
- Fixings to suit timber, glass or metal door
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Door Symbols
3V Powder coated door symbols
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Two symbol designs available
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Coat Hooks in Blue
3V 5 Powder coated coat hooks
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Available as a double or single hook
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Handles
3V 6 Powder coated toilet brush set
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Wall-mounted
- Replacement inner, brush and handle available
Antimicrobial Powder Coated Toilet Roll Holder in Blue
3V 7 Powder coated toilet roll holder
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Available as a one-colour or two-colour item.
3V 8 Powder coated kick plates & push plates
3V 8 Powder coated kick plates & push plates
- Powder coated stainless steel
- Available in any size
The JDL Dexo antimicrobial powder coat colour range
Here is our standard colour range. Each set of eight colours has been designed to be used in different environments and enhance visibility whilst enabling the designer to maintain a colour aesthetic. Why should disability aids be garish, after all?
These products can play an important role in supporting colour-coding in wayfinding schemes.
All colours available in standard non-antimicrobial powder coat
The product is available in the following colours:
- RAL
- NCS
- BS4800
- BS381C
- Dulux colour reference
- Any other colour can be matched
- Can be completely colourless to retain the appearance of the substrate.
- Metallic finish
This set of light colours is designed to create visual contrast against deeper coloured backgrounds whilst providing warmth of tone.
JDL Dexo Seashore
JDL Dexo Sea Salt
JDL Dexo Pebble
JDL Dexo Beach
JDL Dexo Sand
JDL Dexo Shell
JDL Dexo Seaspray
JDL Dexo Curlew
This set of delicate colours is designed to use in healthcare environments where the avoidance of an institutional style is required.
JDL Dexo Rose
JDL Dexo Dusty Rose
JDL Dexo Miss Piggy
JDL Dexo Sunset
JDL Dexo Walk This Way
JDL Dexo Warm Lavender
JDL Dexo Mist
JDL Dexo Baby Snail
This set of subtle pinks and browns is designed for use workplace, office and public buildings where useful yet pleasing colours are needed.
JDL Dexo Cyclamen
JDL Dexo Peat
JDL Dexo Mushroom
JDL Dexo Lavender
JDL Dexo Collared Dove
JDL Dexo Evening Sky
JDL Dexo Moonless Sky
JDL Dexo Limestone
This set of vibrant colours is designed to provide vivid yet practical finishes for transport, public concourses, educational environments and on-the-go eateries.
JDL Dexo Tokyo
JDL Dexo Parisian
JDL Dexo Indian pink
JDL Dexo Lime
JDL Dexo Morocco
JDL Dexo Swiss red
JDL Dexo Fizzy Lime
JDL Dexo Big Apple
This set of soft blues and grey-blues are designed to provide visual contrast against timber doors. Use the light tones against dark wood such as wenge and the darker tones against ash, beech and maple.
JDL Dexo Rainy Sky
JDL Dexo Pale Dawn
JDL Dexo Stormy Sky
JDL Dexo Dark River
JDL Dexo Petrol
JDL Dexo Dove
JDL Dexo Gunmetal
JDL Dexo Stormcloud
This set of deep-hued colours is designed to create visual contrast against lighter backgrounds whilst providing rich tone and colour.
JDL Dexo Nimbus
JDL Dexo Moody Blue
JDL Dexo Airforce
JDL Dexo Pond
JDL Dexo Bright moss
JDL Dexo Teal
JDL Dexo Dahlia
JDL Dexo Autumn leaf