Powder Coated Car Parts in Maldon, Essex
At Maldon Shot Blasting & Powder Coating Ltd, we specialise in delivering high-quality, durable finishes for automotive components, with a strong focus on longevity and attention to detail. Our approach is built around doing the job properly the first time, ensuring results that stand the test of time and perform far better than traditional stove or wet paint systems.
Powder coating offers exceptional resistance to chipping and wear, making it an ideal solution for automotive parts exposed to regular use and harsh conditions. Each component undergoes a thorough blast-cleaning process, followed by the application of a self-healing primer that is partially cured. A polyester top coat is then applied while the part remains warm, allowing for improved adhesion and enhanced coverage — particularly in joints, corners, and other hard-to-reach areas.
We regularly coat a wide range of items including suspension components, wheels, and interior parts, all of which receive the same meticulous preparation and finishing process. For moving parts or components prone to stone impact, we recommend Plascoat®, a highly flexible and resilient coating. This specialist finish provides excellent protection against stone chipping while also offering strong resistance to oil-based fluids and many common automotive chemicals.
Any general repair work required can be completed in-house where appropriate. For specialist tasks beyond our scope — such as structural welding — components are referred to trusted local engineering partners, ensuring every project benefits from the right expertise and maintains our high standards throughout.
Some of Our Recent Work
High Quality Powder Coating
Precision powder coating by Maldon Shotblasting. High-quality results that stand up to the elements.
Standing Out From The Crowd
MSB can make your engine & car parts stand out from the crowd. After some 25 years of carrying out this type of work you can be sure that they are in safe experienced hands.
V Series Pistons Coated in Cerakote…
Cerakote V Series Piston Coat is a dark bronze/gold with a soft metallic look. It’s an oven cure ceramic thin film thermal barrier coating, designed to be applied on the top of pistons, top of valves, and the combustion chamber on a cylinder head.
Zinc Metallisation
Long term protection with Zinc Metallisation… for car chassis, car panels and more. Contact us for more information.
Plasma Coated Exhaust Systems
Applying our plasma coat system…
Although this manifold has seen better days, we have extended its life and efficiency by blast cleaning and applying our plasma coat system. This will help to reduce heat radiation and offer protection from corrosion and help with metal fatigue.
High Performance Clear Ceramic Coated Wheels
The strongest clear coat on the market – it leads the industry in hardness, chemical resistance, wear performance and UV stability. As a high gloss, ceramic clear coating, MC-160 can be used as a topcoat over several materials such as metals, paints, composites, plastics and hydro graphics.
Powder Coated Engine Casings
A recently finished product: Honda engine casing finished in Poe coat silver.
Ceramic Coated Manifolds
The manifolds shown have been pre-treated with our plasma coat system and a further ceramic coat applied. This process preserves and protects cast iron & mild steel items and extends serviceable life.
Hunter Orange Ceramic Coating
Hunter orange ceramic coating. we offer a wide range of colours and styles – explore our website to find out more.
Crinkle effect cam covers, fresh out of the oven…
Crinkle effect cam covers, fresh out of the oven…
Bead Blasted Rocker Covers
Rocker covers fresh from the ‘Bead Blasting Workshop’, ready for Ceramic Coating!
Blast Cleaning Car Bodies
As well as powder coating car parts, we also blast clean and treat car bodies. A recent project – Alfa Romeo blast cleaned and treated with Trimagard 19 Phosphate.
Although this manifold had seen better days, we’ve extended its life and efficiency by blast cleaning it and applying our plasma coat system. This reduces heat radiation, protects against corrosion and helps prevent metal fatigue.
Why Powder Coating?
Powder coating is one of the most advanced finishing processes available, giving car parts a tough, long-lasting finish that outperforms traditional wet paint. Electrostatically charged powder is sprayed onto the earthed part, which is then baked in an oven so the powder flows and cures into a smooth, even coat. Polyester powders are highly resistant to UV fading, and there’s a wide choice of colours, from dead matt to high gloss, plus textured and special-effect finishes. The process is also environmentally friendly, releasing virtually no VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
Why does it need shot blasting first?
Blast cleaning removes rust, old paint and contamination, leaving a clean surface with a good key for the coating to grip. It also shows up hidden problems such as corrosion, weak spots or broken welds, so they can be dealt with before coating. Good preparation is the key to a finish that lasts.
Parts that don’t need blasting go through our three-stage cleaning and phosphate coating process, which leaves a clean, etched surface for the powder to bond to. For delicate or valuable parts, we also offer aqua and bead blast cleaning.
How can we offer our warranty?
By using the correct methods, high-quality materials, experienced staff and professional equipment. Cheap jobs often cost more in the long run, because the finish fails and has to be done again. Our motto is simple: do it once, do it right. Read about our warranty.
Read more: How is powder coating done?
Various Powder Coated Car Parts by MSBPCL
Engine Parts Black Chrome
Porsche silver powder coat
Zinc Metallisation for Car Chassis & Panels
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does powder coating last on car parts?
With the right preparation, a powder coated finish will last for many years. Every part is blast cleaned or phosphate treated before coating, and our powder coating carries a five-year guarantee, subject to the condition of the parts.
Can you powder coat alloy wheels?
Yes. Wheels are one of the most common items we refurbish. They are stripped, blast cleaned and powder coated in your choice of colour and finish, from factory silvers to gloss black, candy and special-effect colours.
Is powder coating or ceramic coating better for exhausts?
Standard powder coating isn’t designed for very hot parts. For exhaust manifolds, headers and turbo parts we use Cerakote ceramic coatings or high-temperature powder coating rated up to 550°C, which resist heat, reduce heat radiation and protect against corrosion.
Do you blast clean car bodies and chassis?
Yes. We blast clean complete car bodies, shells and chassis to remove rust, old paint and filler. Chassis and panels can then be given a zinc metallisation coating for long-term corrosion protection before painting or powder coating.
Where are you based and can I drop parts off?
Our workshop is at Unit 2a, Benbridge Industrial Estate, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4ER. We’re open Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am to 4.00pm, and Saturdays by appointment. Call 01621 841100 or email msb@msbpcl.co.uk for a quote.
Our Opening Times:
Monday to Thursday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Friday: 9.00am – 4.00pm
Saturday: By arranged appointment
Closed Bank Holiday weekends
Tel: 01621 841100
Our Address:
Unit 2a, Benbridge Industrial Estate,
Heybridge, Maldon, Essex,
CM9 4ER
You can also find us on:
https://www.msbpcl.co.uk
https://www.powdercoated-customcarparts.co.uk











