painting powder coat
 

Can you paint over powder coat? My new hood shelves came power coated and don't look like the painted serface, not near the gloss. So, should I blast off the power coat and paint or just ruff up the serface and paint direct on the power coat?

Re: painting powder coat
 

yes just want to make sure you sand them real good and paint them.

Re: painting powder coat
 

As long as the powder coat is sound and intact with no cracks, chips etc, all is good to go after you have given the coating a thorough sand to remove any gloss. Sanding assists in creating a profile for subsequent coats to adhere to. I would preferably prime with a single pack etch primer to provide a key for the finish coat.