Powder Coating vs Spray Painting — Getting the Right Finish
Compare the appearance, surface and care information for the chosen body.
The exterior finish affects the colour, feel, artwork and quotation. Send the intended use and colour reference so we can compare available finishes on the actual model.
Finishing brings the surface preparation, colour and curing process together. We discuss the chosen method early and use the approved sample as the reference for production; any change to the finish is confirmed with the order details.
The coating and finishing area at the Jupeng factory
Spray Painting
Liquid paint is sprayed and cured on the body. Available colours and effects depend on the selected surface and model; compare them on a sample with the artwork and care information.
Logo marking & printing workshop at the Jupeng factory
Powder Coating
Powder is applied and cured to form the exterior finish. We can compare the available colours and feel with spray-painted options on the chosen body and confirm the finish on a sample.
Electroplating
For a metallic appearance, ask about the finishes available for your model. The sample shows the selected colour and surface alongside the decoration.
Metallic exterior finish shown on a drinkware model.
Powder-coated appearance and feel: compare available finishes on the model
Mirror metallic / chrome / gold: electroplating
Tell us the finish and intended use you have in mind. We can compare the available coating options on a sample and confirm the artwork and care information.
Send the Pantone reference, model and artwork together. We can compare available finishes on a sample and keep the approved colour and decoration with the order reference.
Frequently asked questions
How should I compare the colour and feel of two finishes?▾
Compare the available finish on the selected model under the intended artwork and lighting. A sample helps you review colour, texture and the way the logo sits on the surface.
Why review the logo method with the body finish?▾
The selected surface can affect which decoration methods are suitable. Confirm the combined finish and logo placement on the proof or sample rather than deciding each part in isolation.
Which finish and colour references help with a repeat order?▾
Keep the model code, approved colour or finish reference, sample, artwork and packing specification together. If a colour or surface changes, review the revised proof or sample before confirming production.
When might spray painting suit the selected body and colour?▾
Liquid paint is sprayed and cured on the body. Available colours and effects depend on the selected surface and model; compare them on a sample with the artwork and care information.
When might powder coating suit the selected drinkware model?▾
Powder is applied and cured to form the exterior finish. We can compare the available colours and feel with spray-painted options on the chosen body and confirm the finish on a sample.
What finish and colour details should I confirm for electroplating?▾
For a metallic appearance, ask about the finishes available for your model. The sample shows the selected colour and surface alongside the decoration.
What is the difference between powder coating and spray painting on custom stainless steel bottles?▾
Powder coating electrostatically applies dry polymer powder cured at high temperature to form a textured, scratch-resistant matte finish; spray painting allows metallic, gradient, glossy or soft-touch rubberised finishes matched to custom Pantone codes.
Which sales representative should I contact for samples, mock-ups or a quotation on this topic?▾
All four sales representatives — Beyond Lee, Miya Wu, Candy Tang and Shally Zhang — welcome global buyers in English and take part in our internal service competition to provide the most attentive follow-up. Choose Miya, Candy or Shally and Sales Manager Beyond Lee supervises the full order process from sample to shipment; choose Beyond Lee and a dedicated assistant works alongside him to co-follow your order. Each contact serves global buyers in English first and is also particularly familiar with specific order types and regional markets: Beyond Lee for custom development, logo options and new tooling; Miya Wu for supermarket, retail, online/FBA and brand orders (esp. Europe, Russia & CIS); Candy Tang for promotional gift campaigns and multi-item sets (esp. the US & Canada, Spain & Latin America, Oceania and select African markets); and Shally Zhang for volume orders, container scheduling and incoming accessory checks (esp. Brazil & Portugal, Southeast Asia and the Middle East).
Share the model or product type, quantity, colours, logo and packing you have in mind. We’ll confirm the applicable minimum, sample plan and production schedule for that specific order, then help compare delivery options for your destination.
Written by the Jupeng Drinkware team — Yongkang, Zhejiang, China. Manufacturing drinkware since 1998. Contact Beyond: [email protected] | WhatsApp +86 156 5791 8881
