Common questions

Can you seal Plastidip?

Can you seal Plastidip?

Benefits of Sealing with Plasti Dip Plasti Dip is a flexible spray paint, meaning that it’s much less likely to chip or crack than other sealants you could use, like Mod Podge or wood glue. You can apply one coat in seconds and should only need to wait about 30 minutes for the paint to dry between coats.

How many coats of Plasti Dip should I do?

5 coats
A minimum of 5 coats is recommended for best performance and easy removal. Mix Plasti Dip Spray thoroughly before each use and refilling of spray equipment. A dry coating thickness of 10 mils minimum is recommended for best performance and easy removal. Allow 4 hours cure time for each coat applied before using.

What does dip coat do?

Dip coat protects dipped surfaces from surface scratches and marring. Application after regular car washing gives dipped surfaces a smoother, slicker, less rubbery feel. Dip coat also enhances color and pearl finishes. Perfect for matte, satin, frosted, gloss, Pearl and metallic finishes!

Can you put Plasti Dip Glossifier over paint?

Yes it can be used individually from the color plastic dip.

Does Plasti Dip need primer?

Most items don’t need priming because the coating shrinks around the item as it dries. However, in extreme conditions or when adding protective coating to a large metal surface, primer is recommended. Use Plasti Dip® Primer or a high-quality acrylic auto body primer.

Can Plasti Dip be painted?

Washing a plasti dipped car may seem like it is a hard task but often it can even be easier than washing a car with paint. Because you have plasti dip on your car and it is far cheaper than paint, you can be slightly more careless when washing.

What is DIP plastic coating?

Dip coating is an efficient method of applying plastic coatings on metal surfaces . Dip coating metal is most often realised with thermoplastic powders which are molten in a fluidised bed, where the objects are dipped and receive a seamless thick film coating.

What is Plasti Dip?

Multipurpose rubber coating. Plasti Dip is an air-dry, specialty rubber coating. In fact, it’s the original peelable, flexible, insulating, non-slip, durable rubber coating. The Plasti Dip product line provides a wide range of coating solutions from automotive customization to home improvement.