Powder paints and processes are more environmentally-friendly than other coating processes. Unlike traditional wet paints, waste powder from overspray can be captured, filtered, and mixed with new powder to be reused. In contrast, the waste streams associated with traditional plating and wet paint processes contain many harmful chemicals that must be disposed of using special waste treatment systems or by hiring a hazardous waste hauler who will transport the waste to a certified waste treatment facility. Powder coating eliminates the need for costly hazardous waste removal and the risk of environmental contamination.