Custom Cerakote
Choose a single color or discuss a more involved custom finish. The project is evaluated for preparation, coating requirements and the finished appearance you want.
IKKIN DIP IT · CERAMIC COATING
Cerakote Coating Service
Rochester, NY
A thin ceramic-based coating system selected around the part, substrate, heat, wear and intended use. IKKIN Dip It helps match the project to the appropriate Cerakote series, then builds the color and finish around the job.
LOCAL CERAKOTE SERVICE
Professional Cerakote coating in Rochester, NY.
IKKIN Dip It provides professional Cerakote application and custom coating work from our Rochester, New York shop. Customers can choose from a wide range of Cerakote colors and finish options for suitable properly prepared projects.
Rochester Cerakote Shop
Local customers can work directly with IKKIN Dip It in Rochester, NY. Contact us with the item, condition and finish you have in mind before bringing in or shipping a project.
Plan Your Finish
Browse Cerakote colors, review Cerakote pricing, or use the quote builder to send project details and photos.
235+colors/products in our chooser
H · C · E · Fcore coating families
V · MC · P · FXspecialty options
Project matchedseries selected around actual use
WHY CERAKOTE?
Protection and appearance in one engineered finish.
Cerakote is used where a decorative finish alone is not enough. The exact performance depends on the series and application, which is why IKKIN starts with what the part actually has to do.
Wear Resistance
Selected Cerakote systems are engineered for abrasion and wear performance on parts that are handled and used.
Corrosion Protection
Proper preparation and coating create a protective ceramic finish for compatible metal components.
Heat-Specific Options
High-temperature series are available for demanding engine and exhaust applications where ordinary finishes do not belong.
Thin-Film Finish
Cerakote is applied as a controlled coating system, making series selection and preparation as important as the final color.
Color + Performance
Choose from a broad range of solids, metallics and specialty finishes without treating the coating as paint alone.
Built Around the Part
Substrate, cure limits, service temperature and intended use guide the coating recommendation before work begins.
CERAKOTE SERIES
Different jobs need different coating systems.
These are not interchangeable labels. Each family exists for different cure methods, environments or performance goals.
Oven Cure · Broad Color Range
H-Series
The workhorse family for many firearms, metal parts and general projects. H-Series combines a large color catalog with ceramic-coating performance.
EXPLORE H-SERIES → Ambient Cure · Application SpecificC-Series
Ambient-cure ceramic-based coatings used where oven curing may not fit the part or where application requirements call for C-Series.
EXPLORE C-SERIES → Thin Film · Higher PerformanceElite / E-Series
Advanced thin-film coatings developed for increased hardness, abrasion resistance and lubricity compared with standard H-Series performance.
EXPLORE ELITE → Catalyzed · Performance CoatingF-Series
A catalyzed coating family used for production and performance applications. IKKIN matches the exact F product to the project requirements.
EXPLORE F-SERIES → Extreme Heat · Up to 1,800°F*V-Series
High-temperature ceramic coatings intended for exhaust systems and engine components, with metallic and non-metallic finish options.
EXPLORE V-SERIES → Clear / Specialty ProtectionMC-Series
Specialty ceramic clear products and protective top-coat options for compatible applications where the underlying appearance matters.
EXPLORE MC-SERIES → Specialty PerformanceP-Series
Application-specific products such as Micro Slick and other specialty coatings where function drives the product choice.
EXPLORE P-SERIES → Not Sure Which One?Compare Every Series
Start with the part and its environment. IKKIN can help narrow the coating family before you commit to a color or specialty finish.
COMPARE ALL SERIES →WHAT CAN BE CERAKOTED?
Far more than one type of project.
Compatibility depends on the material, condition, cure requirements and intended service. Send photos when you're unsure.
Firearm ComponentsSlides, frames, receivers, barrels and compatible parts.
Automotive PartsEngine and performance components matched to the right series.
Exhaust ComponentsHigh-temperature applications using purpose-built coatings.
Fabricated MetalBrackets, hardware and one-off components.
Sporting / EquipmentCompatible parts needing a durable custom finish.
Custom ProjectsShow us the part and what you want it to withstand.
THE IKKIN PROCESS
From bare part to finished project.
1EvaluateWe look at the part, material, condition, heat and intended use.
2ChooseSelect a color in our catalog or tell us the look you want.
3PrepareProper cleaning, masking and surface preparation are planned for the project.
4CoatThe selected Cerakote system is applied and cured according to the project requirements.
CERAKOTE OR HYDROGRAPHICS?
They solve different finishing goals.
Cerakote
Choose Cerakote when the project calls for a ceramic coating system, performance-oriented finish, solid or metallic color, or a coating selected around wear, heat and environment.
BROWSE CERAKOTE COLORSHydrographics
Choose hydrographics when the visual goal is a printed pattern—camo, carbon fiber, woodgrain, skulls, abstract designs and other film-based artwork.
BROWSE FILM PATTERNSWant to verify a Cerakote color?
Our color catalog includes an official Cerakote reference link on each coating so customers can compare our screen preview with Cerakote's own product information.
Important: Screen colors are approximate. Actual coating appearance can vary with lighting, substrate, gloss level and display. Series suitability also varies by application. *Cerakote's V-Series application guide describes products intended for exhaust and engine components and extreme-use temperatures up to 1,800°F; the correct product must be selected for the specific application.
READY TO START?
Show us the part. Tell us what you want it to do.
Choose a color first or send photos with your quote. IKKIN can help narrow the appropriate Cerakote family around the actual project.
CERAKOTE SERVICE FAQ
Local Cerakote questions.
Where can I get Cerakote near Rochester, NY?
IKKIN Dip It provides professional Cerakote coating from our Rochester, New York shop. Use the quote builder to send photos and details for your project.
How much does Cerakote cost?
Cost depends on the item, preparation, color count and complexity. See our Cerakote pricing guide for published starting prices.
Can I choose the Cerakote color?
Yes. Browse the Cerakote color selection and identify the color or finish you want when requesting a quote.
