Underbody Coating
underbody coating explanation their types and their pros and cons
Underbody coating is a sprayable coating ,which protects the under surface of the vechicle from corrosion.
underbody coating provides longterm protection from corrosion from to cars underbody.it also product parts like internal panels, frame rails and other inner cavities that are not physically accessible but are prone to corrosion.
Protecting the underbelly of the car car should be our top priority.especially during monsoon when heavy precipitation causes the roads to became mini rivers and our cars are left stranded there .this make them prone to heavy corrosion in the underbody region.
TYPES OF UNDER BODY COATING
1.Rubberized underbody coating
Rubberized under body coating very easy protection coating .it protect from water salt and other chemical .it absorbs the noise of the vechicle .It prevents car from getting rusted .its given in normally 2-3mm.
2.wax based under body coating
wax based underbody coating are the ultimate coating when compared to Asphalt or rubberized underbody coating .They provide protection up to 15 years and beyond .they can be applied over areas with light rusted .they maintain their flexibility over time and are self healing when it comes to chip and scratches .it is more expensive .if you are looking for the ultimate protection for your vechicle underbody ,then you can go wax basd underbody coating.
3.Asphalt based automotive underbody coating
this coating is given in heavy vechicles .it provides more protection compare to rubber based coating . it contain a bit rubber .This process takes a little bit time for sodium insulation process.
4.polyurethane underbody coating
This coating closes split and fracture .it makes bond with metal and it is good protection againts corrosion .unlike in case of asphalt base coating ,you can paint over the polyurethane coating.
pros of under body coating
1.it fights againts rust
2. it provides a layer of protection againts corrosion.
3.it extend the life of vechicle
4. it can be applied a damage area
5.it can be self applied . you want to save the money then you can do it in self.
6.There are multiple undercoating method that can be used 7. it may help to reduce the interior noise.
cons of underbody coating
1.it is less helpful if the corrosion is already present
2. it works best in new vechicles
3. most vechicle make it five year before corrosion to show
4. A third party undercoating service might void your vechicles
5. it adds weight
6. An undercoating is not imprevious to damage .
7. it must be applied every 3 to 5 years for the best result.