Architectural Coatings for Projects That Can't Fail

From landmark skyscrapers to world-class stadiums, trust Spectrum for finishes that perform for decades.

Parts up to 33 feet Liquid + Powder under one roof 20-year warranties
33'

Part Capacity

Largest in the region. Handle extrusions and panels your competitors can't.

2-in-1

Liquid + Powder

One facility, one point of contact, turnkey finishing for mixed-spec projects.

7

Stage Pretreatment

Full immersion system for superior adhesion and corrosion resistance.

20yr

Warranties

AAMA 2605 compliant coatings with long-term film integrity guarantees.

ISO 9001:2015
Sherwin Williams
PPG Certified
AAMA 2605
Tiger Drylac
The Spectrum Advantage

Why Choose Spectrum?

See how our capabilities compare to the competition.

Capability Spectrum Typical Competitor
Max Part Length 33 feet 10-24 feet
Pretreatment System 7-stage immersion 5-stage spray
Liquid + Powder Same facility Separate / powder-only
Application Efficiency 98% 85-90% industry avg
Warranty Available Up to 20 years Varies
1

33-Foot Part Capacity

Our horizontal production lines handle parts up to 33 feet long — the largest capacity within 500 miles. This means full-length curtainwall mullions, continuous extrusions, and large panels can be finished without field splices or color-matching issues.

2

7-Stage Pretreatment

While most competitors use 5-stage spray systems, our 7-stage full-immersion pretreatment provides superior surface preparation. This translates to better coating adhesion, improved corrosion resistance, and longer service life — especially critical for coastal and harsh environments.

3

Liquid + Powder Under One Roof

We're one of the few applicators offering both liquid Kynar and powder coating in the same facility. For projects requiring mixed specifications, this eliminates coordination between multiple vendors, reduces shipping, and ensures consistent quality across all components.

About Us

Family-Owned Excellence Since 1993

Founded by Neil Chrisman with 18 years of PPG experience, Spectrum Metal Finishing has grown to become a leader in architectural coatings. Now led by the second generation, we combine decades of expertise with continuous investment in the latest technology.

Located in Youngstown, Ohio — the birthplace of the aluminum extrusion industry — we're just one hour from Cleveland and Pittsburgh, with direct access to the Ohio Turnpike. We have coated projects for customers throughout North America and the Caribbean.

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