Technical | Methods of Coating | Zinc Electroplating
| Process | Parts are immersed in a solution containing zinc and electric current causes a coating to deposit on the part |
| Stengths | Quick to apply Low cost Factory controlled process |
| Weaknesses | Very thin coating – less than 10 microns Insufficient protection for external applications Coating can peel and flake off |
| Durability | A few years indoors, weeks outdoors |
| Cost | Between £5 - £8 per square metre |
| Health and Safety | Factory process, so no site issues |
| Environmental | Factory Process, no site issues |
