Horse Stall Systems
Finish Options
De-Mystifying Finish Options
Pre-Galvanized / Galvalume®, Hot-Dip Galvanized, or Powder Coat…which one is the best option for you?
Here are some highlights of each option available at RAMM.
Pre-Galvanized/
Galvalume®
Pre-Galvanized or Galvalume® refers to steel that has had a rust-protective coating
applied when the steel is formed. The zinc layer of protection is thin and even, having
a coating thickness of approximately 13µm. RAMM only uses pre-galvanized or
Galvalume® material with a UV coating for our kit stalls. Without this coating, the finish
will discolor over time.
• The only finish option for all materials in the Derby & Essex Series
• Economical and rust-resistant
• Shiny silver appearance
• Low maintenance finish
Hot-Dip Galvanized
Hot-Dip Galvanization refers to dipping steel in a vat of zinc. This is done after the
steel has been welded, bent, cut, etc. and is in its final form. Hot-dip provides a much
thicker layer of zinc (approximately 55µm) than pre-galvanization and therefore
increased rust protection.
• A standard finish option for the Oxford and Dublin Series
Tuscany and Nobleman Stall Series upon request
• Superior rust inhibition that will last for decades
• Slightly matte, industrial looking silver appearance
• Extremely durable and maintenance free
Powder Coat
Powder Coat is a process by which paint in a talc like form is applied to metal. The
freshly coated parts are cured in an oven to form a durable, seamless finish. The powder
coat provides both color and rust inhibition to the surfaces. RAMM powder coats over
pre-galvanized or Galvalume® steel for added rust protection.
• A finish option for the Oxford, Cambridge, Dublin, Tuscany
and Nobleman Series
• High gloss black is standard, but a wide variety of colors are available
• Smooth, consistent appearance that can coordinate with other barn finishes
• This finish requires maintenance if the horses damage the coating
Note: We do not offer products made from aluminum. Even at 1/4" thickness aluminum is much easier to bend/dent than steel.
It is for this reason that we do not recommend aluminum for use in horse stall components.
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FINISH OPTIONS