Recent respray experiences ?

[danson67]

I've used Retrocoatings to strip and repaint with plain blue polyester powder a big bank of drawers for me.
http://www.retrocoatings.co.uk/

RETRO COATINGS
Counting House
Sandy Lane
Ettiley Heat
Sandbach
Cheshire
CW11 3NG
t: 01270 764643
e: salesl@retrocoatings.co.uk

In all it ended up quite pricey, but there were 120 small (10x6x5") drawers and about 30 lengths of steel angle for the framework. They were responsive and interested in the work, unlike some of the more 'industrial' powdercoaters which I have used. They have a specialist sideline in refurbishing those smart American Belmont barber's seats, so have a good idea what weird old shit is actually worth, and take due care.

No problem with a clearcoat over the top of powders. A number of the finishes which I have done (not by them) on my racing chairs actually need a clear topcoat to work, see Tiger Drylac Dormants, which have a subtle metallic sheen to them:


All the best,

 

[Neilios]

What put you off Argos? I have a frame with them at the moment, I've obviously not seen the finished job yet, but so far I have been very, very impressed with their manner and the sample tube they did for me.

Bob Jackson (or whoever does their emailing) were rude to the point that I wouldn't use them regardless of the quality of their work.

 

[Peachy!]

Bob Jackson (or whoever does their emailing) were rude to the point that I wouldn't use them regardless of the quality of their work.

Thats unfortunate, someone must have been having a bad day, as I've only ever had the very best service from them..... Just shows that you cant afford to be rude to a customer.

 

[Neilios]

Yeah it's odd really, given that so many people rave about them. It's not like I was being dickish with them either. Bad day probably as you say.