NeverWet, What all could be "painted" with this stuff?

So a while back I heard of a company called Neverwet. They Developed some coating that kept objects dry under water. Well it looks like Rust-Oleum bought them and is now selling it at Home Depot! I thought that painting engine parts would help keep the engine bay clean. Maybe the wheel wells?

I have no idea what this would do to real paint. Maybe some of the body guys here could throw their knowledge out there on this stuff.

This has a video of them using an iphone under water!
http://gizmodo.com/you-can-finally-buy-the-magical-spray-that-waterproofs-563613333

 

This could help build the amphibicar i always wanted. I have a couple fords laying around.

 

IF it works like they say, you could put a snorkel on it and just cover the car!

 

SOLD! I have to get some just to play with. at 20 bucks ill do up my phone and some other electronics, if it works it just saved a ton of money, if not oh well.

 

I see a new coating for magnesium wheels!

 

Could spell the end of wet t-shirt contests.

 

That could be perfect!

NOOOOOOOO!!!!!

 

I Checked the home depot by the house, they don't have it yet.

 

Magnesium corrodes or outgasses from the inside out. But there are many uses for this. I can use it to coat the inside go my frame rails for starters, plus any areas where seams or overlapping sheet metal corrodes. Electrical waterproofing is another. Any other suggestions out there?

 

I could see some undercarriage use if it can handle rock chips.

 

Wouldn't hurt to coat the back side of your steelies with it, that side seldom sees any maintenance I am afraid. The bottom side of your floor boards, anything that is not normally going to get much attention.

 

Coat your canvas tops, interior, wheel wells, I could go on but I think we all get the idea.

 

It is silicone based, according to the article in the link, as most of us know silicone and automotive paint not friendly to each other. Be careful where and how you use it.

 

This has me interested, could be used for all kinds of stuff​

 

I remember reading a thread here on the HAMB about this stuff.
I remember people saying it did not last long.

here it is
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=790782&highlight=waterproof

 

for those who do not have it in their local Home Depot

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Ole...CiP-cTxfA?&cm_mmc=SEM|G|STO|DSK|D24|Rustoleum

 

Would work on Bedwood top and under..?

 

So I found the spec sheet on this stuff. This FAQ was in there.
Seems like it won't work with motor oil, soaps and detergents. Basically it looks like this would't work for long on anything oil would get on or you would wash regularly

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
How abrasion resistant is Rust-Oleum NeverWet?
Rust-Oleum NeverWet is resistant to normal wear and tear; however, with excessive
abrasion or if applied to a walking surface, the superhydrophobic properties will be quickly
diminished. In many situations, the superhydrophobic action may be reduced, but the
remaining Top Coat and Base Coat still provide protection to the coated surface.
Superhydrophobicity can be restored by scuff sanding the object to remove the residual
Top Coat, and then recoating the object with Base Coat and Top Coat.

Does NeverWet work with all liquids?
Certain solvents, alcohols and soap/detergents will cause the surface of the coating to
lose superhydrophobicity. Once these chemicals are removed, the superhydrophobicity
will generally return. NeverWet is less effective at repelling motor oils and oil based
liquids.

How long will Rust-Oleum NeverWet coating last?
Environmental conditions will affect the longevity of the NeverWet coating. Abrasion is the
leading cause of reduction in the coating’s life, but also exposure to things such as high
pressure water can reduce the life of the coating.

Can NeverWet be used on fabric?
Rust-Oleum NeverWet will adhere to most fabrics, but it will leave a flat milky haze on the
surface. As with other substrates, test in an inconspicuous area before applying to the
entire surface. Particular attention should be paid to seams. Apply a heavier than normal
coat of Base Coat around seams to help prevent liquids from penetrating those areas.

Are coated items “breathable”?
The breathability of a coated item is dependent on how heavy the Base Coat is applied.
The lighter the Base Coat, the more breathable the item will be. If a continuous, heavy film
is applied, the surface will not be breathable.

Can Rust-Oleum NeverWet be used on surfaces that are continuously submerged?
Rust-Oleum NeverWet relies on a layer of air to form the superhydrophobic coating on the
surface of the object. For this reason the product is not recommended for surfaces
continuously submerged in water or liquid.

Can NeverWet be applied to glass?
Yes, but the glass will no longer be transparent. NeverWet dries to a Flat Frosted Clear
color, therefore, it should never be applied to windshields or automobile windows.
NeverWet will work on any glass that you want to have superhydrophobic properties, but
don’t need to see through.

Can NeverWet be used on electronics?
No, NeverWet should not be used on electronics. **One of their employees showed how to coat a cellphone with it**

Can NeverWet be recoated?
If the superhydrophobic properties are diminished, NeverWet can be reapplied. Lightly
sand the surface of the coated object to remove any remaining Top Coat, and then reapply
the Base and Top Coat according to the directions on the previous page.

Can NeverWet be removed?
Yes. If you desire to remove NeverWet completely, it can be removed by first sanding and
then wiping the treated object with Xylol or mineral spirits.

Can NeverWet be painted over?
No, if the Top Coat is covered with any type of coating, the superhydrophobic properties
will be lost.

 

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Heads-up here, if we can keep this contained to applications for car stuff as the OP intended it stays. If not, it's gone.


Kevin, are there not "electronics" on your vehicle? Not sure how I was so terribly OT?

 

If descriptions are accurate sounds like perfect thing to undercoat vehicles in the Northeast where the new liquid snow melt is eating up cars/parts [think 6year old brake lines]. Appears that if applied in out of the way areas inside frame rails and the like it would stop a few AW SHIT moments when a relatively new brake line blows out when some butthole pulls in front of you and stops.

 

Nothing wrong with a good dry Tshirt contest on a cold day either...