High-Performance Paint Booths from Global Finishing Solutions

Global Finishing Solutions offers a full range of paint booths designed for different applications, facility layouts and finish requirements. Each booth type uses a carefully engineered air movement strategy to control overspray, remove contaminants and ensure consistent coating. These airflow designs are critical to the performance of any spray booth or paint finishing system, keeping the painting area free of dust and debris to ensure the highest quality results.

Downdraft Paint Booths
Air enters from the ceiling and is exhausted through the floor, providing the cleanest possible environment. Downdraft booths are ideal for high-end finishes and demanding applications like automotive refinishing or aerospace component painting.

Semi-Downdraft Paint Booths
These booths introduce air from the ceiling near the front of the booth and exhaust it low at the rear. The semi-downdraft configuration offers many of the cleanliness benefits of downdraft systems while requiring less ductwork and a smaller exhaust pit or raised floor.

Cross Draft Paint Booths
Air moves horizontally from the front of the booth to the rear, offering a straightforward, cost-effective option. Cross draft booths are ideal for shops with limited space or budget constraints, providing reliable performance with minimal structural modifications.

Side Downdraft Paint Booths
Air flows from the ceiling and is pulled through low exhaust plenums on both side walls. This setup creates a uniform air pattern without the need for a pit, making side downdraft a good compromise between downdraft performance and installation flexibility.

Open-Front & Prep Booths
Open-face booths and prep environments are designed for sanding, priming and smaller finishing tasks. They help isolate overspray and particulates while supporting high-throughput operations or multi-stage finishing lines.

From collision centers and transit fleets to industrial fabrication and defense, GFS offers booth configurations tailored to your finishing priorities, whether that’s performance, footprint or compliance.

Choosing the right paint booth starts with assessing how your facility operates. Your production goals, floor plan, coatings and compliance needs all play a role. Whether you’re running a compact repair shop or managing a high-volume manufacturing line, the ideal configuration depends on how air moves through the space, how fast you’re cycling jobs and what level of finish you need.

GFS is also more than just a manufacturer. Our design and engineering teams consult with customers to develop booth layouts that support current and future projects. We assess everything from air handling requirements and building code compliance to equipment placement, environmental controls and seismic zone considerations for structural integrity.

If you’re unsure which airflow style or booth size is right for your application, our team can help you compare options and evaluate the total cost of capital equipment ownership. We provide support for selecting compatible equipment, lighting and control systems to ensure your booth performs as a fully integrated piece of your finishing operation. We also help you evaluate long-term operating costs, maintenance requirements and service accessibility — factors that impact your booth’s performance well after installation.

With GFS, you’re not just buying a booth. You’re choosing a partner with the technical insight and product range to help you build a safer, more efficient and fully compliant finishing operation.

Collision repair shops face unique challenges: tight turnaround times, limited space and the need to maintain consistent finish quality across a wide variety of vehicle types. GFS works directly with shop owners, dealership groups and MSOs to deliver complete paint booth systems and finishing equipment designed for speed, safety and repeatability. The Ultra® spray booth line offers a range of configurations, with space and airflow capacity for large trucks and even commercial vehicles.

GFS helps auto body shops configure layouts that fit within existing footprints while meeting airflow and code compliance requirements. Whether you’re retrofitting aging equipment or looking to get more out of your existing space, we provide solutions that integrate spray booths with prep stations, mixing rooms, curing systems and more to create a seamless workflow from prep to cure.

With 50-plus years of experience serving the collision repair industry, GFS understands how to balance performance, compliance and quality so your shop can stay productive without compromising customer satisfaction.

Yes. While GFS paint booths are often built from modular, pre-engineered components, they are frequently customized to fit the layout, utility constraints and operational needs of a specific facility. Our team will work closely with you to adapt booth dimensions, airflow direction, component placement and access points to your space. Whether your goal is to avoid structural obstructions, streamline workflow or meet local code requirements, GFS can modify standard designs for optimal integration.

This facility-specific approach ensures your paint booth performs exactly as intended to meet your business’ unique needs. From booth enclosures and exhaust systems to control panels and lighting, we can help you choose the right combination of components so the final system matches your production goals and safety standards.

Global Finishing Solutions offers far more than off-the-shelf paint booths. We have in-house engineering and design capabilities for highly specialized finishing environments. Whether you’re coating aircraft components, military equipment, railcars or large-scale industrial assemblies, GFS can develop a paint booth tailored to your process, regulations and facility requirements.

Our engineering team includes licensed structural, electrical and mechanical engineers, as well as airflow and code compliance specialists. We use advanced tools like Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to simulate airflow and booth performance before fabrication, allowing us to optimize designs for factors like overspray capture, energy efficiency and airflow balance. As needed, we can provide stamped drawings for permit approval across all 50 U.S. states and Canada.

From oversized part finishing to integration with robotics or legacy systems, our engineered solutions are built to perform under pressure and comply with demanding standards like NFPA 33, OSHA and local fire and environmental codes. GFS also understands and designs for industry nuances, from aerospace cleanroom specs to marine corrosion requirements.

Global Finishing Solutions offers robust service and preventative maintenance programs designed to protect your investment and keep your finishing equipment performing at its best for years to come. These programs can be tailored to your business’ needs and may include quarterly or annual site visits, filter and parts replacement, booth cleaning and just-in-time filter replenishment — all aimed at minimizing downtime and maximizing operational reliability.

GFS-certified technicians inspect every critical booth component, helping identify potential issues before they become costly problems. Proper maintenance not only extends equipment lifespan but also ensures a safer environment for operators by preventing issues caused by buildup, wear or mechanical failure. As part of the annual service, GFS applies Booth Shield®, a peelable protective coating for your booth’s walls and floors that maintains a clean, bright painting environment.

Our team of experienced service professionals has worked on more than 20 brands of paint booths, making GFS a trusted partner for both GFS and non-GFS systems. In addition to our internal team, GFS’ extensive distribution network across North America offers localized support and custom maintenance plans.

For quick assistance, GFS provides direct access to our service team via dedicated phone and email support. Whether you need help scheduling a visit, replacing filters or responding to a maintenance issue, you can count on fast response times, personalized service and knowledgeable support from people who understand your finishing operation.

Filtration is one of the most important components of a paint booth. Intake filters remove airborne debris before it can settle on wet paint, while exhaust filters capture overspray and volatile compounds before releasing air back into the environment. Without proper filtration, finishes can become inconsistent and facilities risk violating safety or emissions regulations.

GFS offers multi-stage filtration systems, including HEPA and UL-listed options, to help protect your technicians, coatings and the environment. For industrial applications, we offer chemical burn-off systems to further reduce harmful emissions. We also provide guidance on maintaining your filters based on your production volume and coating type.

Yes. Global Finishing Solutions offers a comprehensive lineup of equipment that supports every stage of the finishing process. Our solutions go beyond the paint booth to help you build a fully integrated, code-compliant and efficient finishing environment.

Prep Environments
Designed for sanding, masking and priming, GFS prep booths and open-face workstations help reduce overspray contamination and streamline pre-paint processes.

Mixing Rooms
GFS paint mixing rooms provide a safe, ventilated area for storing and preparing coatings. These rooms are compliant with fire and chemical safety standards, ensuring both worker protection and environmental compliance.

Curing Ovens
For operations requiring faster drying times, GFS offers batch and conveyor-style curing ovens. These systems can be temperature-controlled and integrated with paint booths for continuous flow finishing.

Clean Rooms
Used in aerospace, defense and advanced manufacturing, GFS clean rooms provide tightly controlled environments for processes that require minimal airborne particles and strict contamination prevention.

Air Make-Up Units (AMUs)
AMUs regulate the temperature and volume of incoming air, maintaining consistent airflow and helping spray booths operate efficiently year-round, even in extreme climates.

Dust Collection & Filtration
GFS filtration systems reduce airborne particles, improve finish quality and help meet environmental regulations. Custom filter configurations are available based on your coatings and production volume.

Hazardous Material Storage
For flammable or hazardous materials, GFS offers fully ventilated, fire-rated storage buildings that meet NFPA, EPA and OSHA requirements.

System Upgrades & Retrofitting
GFS retrofits older equipment with upgraded lighting, airflow components, controls and safety features, helping extend the life of your capital investment while keeping pace with evolving standards.

GFS provides the equipment, tools and support infrastructure needed to optimize your entire finishing operation, from spray booths to air handling systems and everything in between.

Global Finishing Solutions stands apart not only for the quality of its paint booths, but for its end-to-end support, engineering depth and over 50 years of industry experience. From small automotive refinishing shops to large-scale defense, transit or aerospace projects, GFS is the trusted choice for safe, scalable and code-compliant finishing solutions. 

As a vertically integrated manufacturer, GFS controls every step of the process, from design and fabrication to installation and long-term service. Our in-house teams include licensed engineers, code compliance experts and airflow specialists who collaborate with shops, OEMs and enterprise-scale manufacturers to deliver tailored finishing environments. Our responsive service and preventative maintenance programs keep operations running smoothly for years. 

Whether you’re launching a new facility, retrofitting existing equipment or expanding your capabilities, GFS brings the expertise, tools and nationwide distribution network you need for success. 

GFS provides tailored support for both new installations and upgrades to existing equipment. You can start by submitting a request for an automotive refinish or industrial products quote. We will connect you with a local distributor who can assess your needs, recommend the right booth and walk you through the ordering and installation process. 

Need help right away? Visit our Contact Us page to connect with a finishing expert in your area. Our team will guide you through the quoting and sales process, ensuring you have the right booth configuration, equipment and support for your application.