The work never stops when you’re a Rhino Linings® applicator. Whether you’re seeking it or not, the work is out there in the form of many projects beyond just pickup truck bed liners. If you’re willing to spray more than truck beds, our tech and sales teams are more than thrilled to assist with new projects and new work.
The warm summertime weather is going to bring new and different customers who are going to want to line more seasonal vehicles. Your local boat marina, boat and RV storage facilities, boat and RV dealerships are a few great places to drum up some business.
Boat gelcoat repairs can cost a lot of money and require a lot of time. As the Rhino Linings coating specialist, you have the answer with the superior product. What you offer will save the repair facilities and customers loads of money. Rhino Linings products generate a faster turnaround time and also allow for the full color customization that customers want. Here are a few substrate preparation tips on coating gelcoat and raw fiberglass to get you started:
Open Mold
Open Mold fiberglass is created in a one-sided mold and is typically formed on top of a gelcoat. A gelcoat provides a smooth surface that will accept primers and paints. An example of this kind of fiberglass would be a found on a trailer or RV front.
Clean: Clean off any dirt or contaminants.
Etch: Sand the same as a truck bed.
Blow: Blow dust from substrate.
Clean: Wipe with lacquer thinner or appropriate cleaner.
Spray: Coat with Rhino Linings
Closed Mold
Closed Mold fiberglass is created between two molds. This type of fiberglass typically contains waxes to help the molds release. Examples can be found as fender wells on large commercial trucks.
Clean: Clean off any dirt or contaminants.
Etch: Sand with an aggressive etch or a light aggregate blast.
Blow: Blow dust from substrate.
Clean: Wipe with lacquer thinner or appropriate cleaner.
Prime: Use preferred primer.
Spray: Coat within the window of primer.
Work is Out There
With truck sales at all time highs and summer upon us, we’d have to shut our eyes and ears to not find work. Make sure this influx of potential customers walk through your shop door and not the competition’s by using our free marketing materials.
