Hydrographics

Are you looking to enhance the appearance of your next project? Advanced Coatings is the answer! We can turn your items into an amazing work of art! We utilize the most advanced technologies in the industry. Hundreds of patterns to choose from in just about every color! We can transform almost any surface glass, woods, metals, even plastics! Hydro-Dipping is lightweight, affordable, and you won't believe the amazing results!

We have all the tools, equipment, and experience necessary to customize your next project. Visit our Patterns Gallery for samples of some of the prints available.

Check out our automotive and firearms galleries for incredible examples created using our specialized Water Transfer Printing methods.

The Process

Film Selection
You select the desired pattern from our collection of patterns.

Preparation
This is a crucial step in ensuring good adhesion. We prepare the piece to be primed.

Application of Primer
A primer designed for the particular object we are processing is applied.

Application of Base Coat
Base coat that compliments the pattern you selected is applied. Different base colors can be applied in most cases to change the final appearance of the object being processed.

Preparing film
We cut film to size for your item and place it in emersion tank.

Activate film
We spray a chemical activator on the film that dissolves the film leaving the liquified pattern on the water surface.

Transfer of pattern
We submerge the object through the liquified film. The pattern adheres to the prepared object.

Rinse
We clean any leftover film residue and dry the object.

Top coat
We top coat the object with a high grade top coat. Top coats can be full gloss or a matte finish depending on application or preference.

OEM

Advanced Coatings O.E.M. Shop specializes in servicing the needs of volume based customers or manufacturers. Our Master Decorators will help you with a program that best fits your needs.

Advanced Coatings operates around the clock to meet or exceed product dead lines.