The Hydro Dipping process

To get a good result, you need to perform several actions.
The preparatory work is essential.

Below the process is outlined in steps.

PROCESS STEPS

CLEANING/ DEGREASING
The object should be well cleaned and degreased.

SAND DOWN
Some parts will need to be sanded or even blasted.

PRE-TREATMENT
Any damage will have to be eliminated, otherwise it will always be visible. After pre-treating, the article is cleaned and degreased thoroughly again.

PRIMER
For optimum adhesion, the object must be provided with an adhesive primer. For different materials, there are also different binding primers.

BASECOAT
The base coat (basic color) can be applied after the primer. This is the background color for the print. For example; an object with a carboxylic pattern in basic color orange. Or an object with black skulls in basic color green. Basecoat is a special varnish which is suitable for this process.

DIPPING/DIP
The film is placed on the water surface in the basin. An activator is sprayed on the film so that it becomes liquid. Then the object can be dipped.

RINSING
Rinse the object to remove the excess gel-like film remains. After this, the object must dry thoroughly.

TOP LAYER
A two-component paint, matte or gloss, is applied in order to optimize the sustainability.

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