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spray primer and paint
Plastics are primed and sprayed with paints for aesthetics and protection from UV degradation
Vinyl decals
Printed and cut self adhesive vinyl can be attached to most surfaces
Flocking
Electrostatically charged strands of plastic stand on end and one end is bonded to the material with adhesive
Engraving and frosting
Image is printed onto special paper and transferred onto the surface with a heat press
Hydrographic printing
Colour images are printed onto watersoluble film which floats on a tank, the product is submerged and the image wraps around it
Electroplating and electoless plating
Plastics are covered in a conductive layer or etched before plating with nickel, chrome, copper, tin or gold
Rubberising spray
A slightly textured coating that can be sprayed onto various materials, provides grip and has a matt aesthetic
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