3M Dinoc switch and plug covers

[Daddy]

Just a little project I did today.

Wrapped some switch and plug plates in 3M DINOC carbon fiber wrap.

 

[coldfusion21]

Looks nice!

I've never used the stuff, is it tricky to apply? I'd like to copy your idea for some accent stuff in my room/garage.

 

[Daddy]

Its really not too hard as long as there aren't too many complicated curves. The most important thing is making sure everything is very clean. Any dirt will show through. Also be careful not to stretch it too far or you'll smudge the fiber weave graphic. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask.

 

[nperkins]

Where did you order it from? Curious what you paid a sq/ft...

 

[formek]

Nicely done
That stuff is a little pricey

 

[FilthyZ]

3M Di-Noc is great stuff. I use it quite often for customers. Very easy to work with and if you ever get a crease, just heat it back up and your good to go. 3M Di-Noc started as an architectual material and has slowly merged into the car scene. I've used it for laptops, car roof, table tops, etc. It's endless where you can use it.

Just like formek said, it is a bit pricey. Ordering rolls can leave a dent lol (4'x60' roll costs me $1000 a roll)

 

[SCutchins]

Looks good, did mine a while ago:

 

[Todd.Brock]

so...~$4 bucks a sq ft. That isnt TOO bad if you dont mess up!! That looks pretty cool though. Is it just vinyl wrap?

 

[Zrexxer]

3M Di-Noc is great stuff. I use it quite often for customers. Very easy to work with and if you ever get a crease, just heat it back up and your good to go.

Would you elaborate more on application method? You said "heat it back up," is it a heat-shrink type material, or adhesive backed, or what?

 

[csp]

Just general info on the who, what, where, why, etc. for the uneducated would be appreciated.

 

[bgott]

Do you wrap it around the edges? Maybe a picture of the back side will help us visualize the installation process.

 

[mmhouse]

Looks good, did mine a while ago:

Was that you SCutchins in the 'guide for installing' video at the lower right-hand side of the page on the following website? Your photo appears to be the exact same wall, boxes scratches and all.

http://www.carbonfiberfilm.com/blog/3m-carbon-fiber-di-noc-now-available-in-7-different-colors/

 

[Daddy]

for smaller quantities you're looking at ~$7/ft^2

I chose to wrap the edges a little bit since the backside isn't seen. You could just use a razor knife and slice it off at the edge of the plate.

to install it, you peal the packing off and lay it down on the piece you're wrapping. You then use a heat gun to smooth it all out and make it bend to the contours of the piece you're wrapping. There are a number of videos on youtube.

 

[E.rodz]

ever try to clear coat that stuff? kind of curious if it would wrinkle?

 

[Daddy]

I've never seen it clear coated in person but I know people have done it to give it a more "wet carbon fiber" look instead of the "dry" look

 

[southernfriedcj]

Do they sell other "looks" beside CF?

 

[Daddy]

They have over 600 different finishes

http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/...eriorEnvironments/Di-Noc-Film/ProductGallery/

 

[MartyO]

Neato!!

 

[SCutchins]

Was that you SCutchins in the 'guide for installing' video at the lower right-hand side of the page on the following website? Your photo appears to be the exact same wall, boxes scratches and all.

http://www.carbonfiberfilm.com/blog/3m-carbon-fiber-di-noc-now-available-in-7-different-colors/

That's my garage, in fact those are my hands in the video! I know the guy who owns carbonfiberfilm.com, he wanted to use a motorcycle I had for some install videos and while we were at it we did the switch plates in my garage. Somewhere on his site he used to have a video of installing trim pieces on a CBR1000RR, that was my bike.

His name is Dave, he's a great guy. Tell him Steve sent you, not sure it will get you anything but it couldn't hurt.