On Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:16:44 GMT, Jere Lull wrote:

Another thought that looked interesting. Somewhere recently, I saw a
DIY powder-coating that might do the trick. Friends had their frame
done professionally and liked the results. What I recall of the process
reminds me of a fired ceramic finish: Very tough and thick.

Do you have more information on the DIY powder-coating? I've got a
few things I'd like to try it on.