Choosing the right Cerakote depends on your project’s needs. Here’s a quick guide:

H-Series: Oven-cure coating suitable for most applications. Durable and chemical-resistant.

C-Series: Air-dry coating ideal for large items like exhausts and panels. Best UV resistance — perfect for outdoor use.

E-Series: Elite oven-cure coating with limited colours. Offers maximum performance for extreme environments.

At Salopian Cerakote in Shrewsbury, we’ll help you select the best series for your project.

Cerakote is one of the most durable coatings available. It resists flaking, chipping, and scratching, outperforming traditional finishes.

It’s tested to withstand over 5,000 hours of salt spray exposure and can be applied to metal, plastic, wood, and more.

No. Cerakote is applied in ultra-thin layers that preserve serial numbers, logos, and engravings. It does not interfere with the function or fit of parts — even those with tight tolerances.

Yes. Cerakote can restore older parts to their original condition or give them a fresh, custom look. It protects against rust, pitting, and scratches while adding a weatherproof and chemical-resistant barrier.

Here is Salopian Cerakote’s step-by-step process:

Disassemble the item

Degrease and clean thoroughly

Heat to remove oils and impurities

Repeat cleaning until fully prepped

Sandblast to remove rust and surface marks

Spray Cerakote evenly

Cure with heat or air depending on the series

We follow Cerakote’s official standards to ensure maximum durability.

Many clients prefer to disassemble their items themselves. If you do, take clear photos and note the order of disassembly.

Salopian Cerakote prefer projects fully dis-assembled (this includes, gaskets, o-rings, bearings etc) to be fully removed before sending.

This allows us to spend more time on coating, saving you money in potential costly prep work

Lead times vary based on workload and project complexity. Small items may be completed quickly, while large or intricate orders can take up to 30 working days. Contact us for a personalised estimate.

Cerakote offers hundreds of colours across multiple series. Visit the official Cerakote colour gallery for examples. Colours may appear differently on screens, so we can provide sample chips and help you choose the perfect finish.

Cerakote adheres to a wide range of materials including:

Metals and alloys

Polymers and plastics

Carbon fibre and composites

Wood and glass

Cerakote does not adhere to rubber parts.