Getting your kettle painted.

ba843 · July 12, 2021, 07:43:17 AM

Ok, so who has done it and what type of place did you take it to. I want to get some smokey joes painted first just to see how it comes out. I have called a few places locally that deal in porcelain & ceramic painting but have yet to find a place that is willing to do it. I see customs on here from time to time. Any suggestions?

JEBIV · July 12, 2021, 07:47:20 AM

try here, this is where most are getting done

http://www.ipe-porcelain.com/

ba843 · July 12, 2021, 09:07:51 AM

Quote from: JEBIV on July 12, 2021, 07:47:20 AM
try here, this is where most are getting done

http://www.ipe-porcelain.com/

Yeah, I have seen his wk, so killer!

Dave in KC · July 12, 2021, 09:50:09 AM

Quote from: ba843 on July 12, 2021, 09:07:51 AM
Yeah, I have seen his wk, so killer!

Jeff has done 2 projects for me, and will be doing a few more soon.
Top-notch work. I would not consider using anyone else.

Vwbuggin64 · July 13, 2021, 03:49:58 PM

Maybe i can actually get another yellow without the yellow pricing after all.

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Kuhall · July 13, 2021, 04:04:59 PM

Jeff Gaylord at IPE is the best around.

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Robert · July 14, 2021, 06:45:22 AM

For those that have had a kettle done, can you share the price?

Thanks,

Robert

bamakettles · July 14, 2021, 07:27:26 AM

Quote from: Robert on July 14, 2021, 06:45:22 AM
For those that have had a kettle done, can you share the price?

Thanks,

Robert

I've not had one done, but I did receive a quote from IPE for a Weber Go Anywhere - $200 plus shipping to and back. I decided to wait.

Mr.CPHo · July 14, 2021, 08:08:05 AM

I had a little 14" WSM cerakoted blue by Atlantic Powder Coating in Jacksonville, FL. It was a couple hundred IIRC.

TXFlyGuy · July 14, 2021, 02:29:05 PM

For that money just buy a new Weber. Slings and arrows headed my way now!

RRRanger99 · July 14, 2021, 02:53:21 PM

As a permanent looker kettle, you can paint it any color you want with a non porcelain coating, but as soon as you get that urge and fire it up, the paint will burn right off!

Transit98 · July 14, 2021, 10:30:03 PM

They do have afew high temp paint colors at Homedepot/Lowe's - One Youtuber "Heavy Metal BBQ" painted his silver. $11 a can

https://www.lowes.com/pl/High-heat--Paint/4294729418?refinement=4294388938

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TXFlyGuy · July 15, 2021, 03:30:06 AM

Brake caliper paint works well, looks good, and the temp rating is 900 degrees F.

Craig · July 15, 2021, 09:54:21 AM

The best way to get a solid finish is with the porcelain coating. Independence Porcelain is the best bet. I've yet to see a "high heat" paint or anything "rattle canned" hold up. Unless you retire it from service and designate it a permanent "looker".

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TXFlyGuy · July 15, 2021, 12:20:09 PM

Quote from: Craig on July 15, 2021, 09:54:21 AM
The best way to get a solid finish is with the porcelain coating. Independence Porcelain is the best bet. I've yet to see a "high heat" paint or anything "rattle canned" hold up. Unless you retire it from service and designate it a permanent "looker".

I rattle-canned a couple chips, both inside and outside the kettle using brake caliper paint. Looks good, and has held up through many grillings.

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