Cera Kote Plus

Cerakote Plus LLC operates out of Highland, Illinois just outside St. Louis, specializing in precision ceramic coating applications for firearms, automotive components, and industrial custom projects. This veteran-owned business transforms metal, polymer, and wood surfaces into protected, aesthetically striking finishes that stand up to real-world use.

Firearm Coating is their core service. They coat pistols (AR-9s, Glocks, HK VP9s, Ruger Security .380, XDm .45 ACP), rifles (AR-15s, Savage rifles, 8mm Mausers), and shotguns (Benelli, Winchester, Remington, Browning, Miroku). Custom designs available including camo patterns, battle-worn finishes, laser-engraved graphics, and themed builds.

Automotive Coating covers engine parts (headers, timing chains, valve covers, pistons), exhausts (motorcycle and vehicle), wheels, skid plates, mufflers, and custom accents. They offer high-temp Cerakote rated for 1,800+ degrees for engine components.

Industrial & Custom Coating includes tools, helmets, electronic casings, gaming equipment, golf putters, and one-off custom orders.

They follow a three-stage approach:

1. Surface Preparation - Treating the base surface for optimal coating adhesion and finish quality 2. Coating Application - Expert Cerakote application with precision masking for complex designs 3. Curing & Quality Testing - Full cure cycles followed by rigorous durability assessments

Cerakote is one of the most durable coatings available, offering superior resistance to wear, corrosion, chemicals, and extreme temperatures. It outperforms traditional coatings like paint and powder coat.

Unlike standard paint or powder coat, Cerakote provides: - Resistance to scratches, impact, and abrasion - Chemical and environmental protection - Temperature stability (including high-temp variants for exhaust/engine work) - Long-lasting color retention without fading - Compatibility with metal, polymer, and wood

They specialize in custom Cerakote artwork. Portfolio examples include:

• •Camo Patterns: 6-color custom, Duck camo, Woodland, Kryptek, KUIU Arctic
• •Solid Colors: Graphite Black, Midnight Bronze, Burnt Bronze, Tungsten, Snow White, Glacier Silver, Champagne, OD Green, McMillian Tan, Stone Grey, plus metallics and FX finishes
• •Finishes: Matte, gloss, metallic, FX series (Mystique, Shiver), high-temp variants
• •Graphics: Battle-worn distressing, laser-engraved logos, stenciled designs (Joker, Warplane Teeth, Topographic maps, flags, honeycomb patterns)
• •Specialty Work: Themed builds (Harley Quinn, Fortnite designs, patriotic themes)

Standard jobs (most firearm coatings) take 3 to 7 business days. Complex custom designs or bulk orders require additional time. Free quotes available by phone or online form.

Their portfolio showcases extensive before-and-after work: - Rusted/pitted vintage shotguns restored to pristine condition - AR builds with two-tone and multi-color designs - Tactical finishes (Graphite Black, Midnight Blue, FX series) - Automotive engine components showing protection against high heat - Custom artistic work (painted designs, distressed finishes)

Cerakote Plus LLC 2788 Water Lily Lane Highland, IL 62249 (618) 530-7219 [email protected]