More durable, longer lasting if the right coating is applied. Although you will not get the smoothest of finishes like a liquid paint, powder coating can last much longer with the same color characteristics as the original coating. 

My parts are rusty? I think these parts are from the factory? I'm using a rattle can to coat parts, should I be powder coating them? Here at Powder Doctor we get questions like this all the time and the answer is usually YES! We specialize in provide all our customers the best coating solution for their particular part(s). Not all powder coating is equal or tailored to your needs. Powder Doctor will take the time to explain why we do what we do and will not sell you anything your don't understand or want. Let us know if we can help, team Powder Doctor.