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Is VHT made by Duplicolor?
These two products are both great options, and this may be because they are both Sherwin Williams brands. In fact, Dupli-Color is a Sherwin Williams brand, and VHT Paint is just a division of Dupli-Color.
What does VHT stand for paint?
Our very high temperature (VHT) flameproof automotive paint is designed for exterior and interior dress-up application, capable of withstanding temperatures of up to 2000°F. LEARN MORE.
Is VHT engine enamel acrylic?
VHT Engine enamels are a unique blend of urethane and ceramic resins, which produce a tough and long-lasting finish for engines, engine accessories or wherever a tough, durable heat or chemical-resistant finish is needed.
Who manufactures VHT Paint?
VHT is a division of Dupli-Color®, a Sherwin-Williams brand. And together, we strive to be the leader in the automotive specialty coatings industry, bringing an expanded product line with our continuing quality promise to the market.
Can Vht plastic paint be used on metal?
Product Description VHT(R) Prime Coat(TM) is specially formulated to fill scratches or pin holes caused by sanding or body fillers to form a strong corrosion barrier. It is a multi-purpose product, and can be used on metal, fiberglass, masonry, wood and most plastic surfaces.
Can you paint over VHT paint?
A finish coat is only as good as the surface it is coating. We are frequently asked if VHT Engine Enamels can be painted over a primer or other old paint on the engine. To obtain the best results we recommend the parts be stripped clean of any old paint or primer.
Do you need primer for engine enamel?
All automotive paints require primer to get adhesion right? Absolutely, if you are talking about sheetmetal. It is true that you would not want to spray a car without primer first. For one the paint would be splotchy from variations in the body work, but also the paint has a hard time sticking to smooth sheet metal.
Does high temperature paint need primer?
Do I need a primer? Many high temp stove paints are self-priming with no additional primer needed for most indoor applications. Under rare circumstances (outdoor use and extremely humid climates), a high temp primer may need to be applied prior to painting.
Do you need primer with VHT caliper paint?
VHT FlameProof coatings require no primer. For most economical use of VHT FlameProof colors on ”hard to hide” surfaces, apply a thin coat of VHT FlameProof White or VHT FlameProof Silver base coating.
Can I paint my rotors?
When looking for paint to use on your calipers and/or rotors, get only high-temperature paint. Be sure to get paint that can withstand at least 500 degrees F. Brake calipers and rotors can get hotter than the engine. So these parts need paint that can withstand the high temperatures.
What is the best paint for an engine?
Our top pick is the Rust-Oleum Heat Protective Enamel. It’s one of the most heat-resistant products on the market and features a great formulation with a rare satin finish. If you’re looking to keep a bit more cash in your wallet, check out our best value option, the Dupli-Color Ceramic Gloss Black Engine Paint.