Underbody Coating
Under Body Coating:
An undercoating is the first line of defense between an automobile’s metallic underside and the elements, and all vehicles receive a coating of this stuff before rolling off the assembly line. But these OEM coatings will eventually wear-out over time, leaving oil pans, transfer cases, suspension arms, and other metal components vulnerable to corrosion and rust.
In Indian road conditions, a cars underbody is most prone to corrosion. Underbody coating provides long term protection from corrosion to car’s underbody. It also protects parts like internal body panels, frame rails and other inner cavities that are not physically accessible but are prone to corrosion.
Purpose:
- Minimizes Sound: It minimizes the sound from underneath the car resulting a noiseless, smooth driving experience.
- Heat Insulation: It insulates the interior of the car from extreme temperatures from beneath the vehicle providing a comfortable cabin experience.
- Anti-chipping property: If any stone hits the coating it does not get chipped away hence protects the underbody from exposure to water.
Types:
- Rubberized Underbody coating
- Wax based Underbody coating
- Polyurethane Undercoating
- Asphalt-Based Undercoating
Pros:
- The significant advantage to having an undercoating installed on the underside of an automobile, is well known that the vehicle is protected from rust and corrosion to an extent.
- Undercoating add an extra layer of sound-deadening insulation to the underbelly of vehicle and do reduce road noise.
Cons:
- Like many chemical-rich products, the average undercoating is a gateway to organ failure, cancer, infertility and genetic defects.
So before Spraying, always wear a ventilation mask, protective eyewear, gloves and also a painter’s suit
