VARIED COSMETICS: WRAPPING UP THE MULTI-COMPOSITE ENCLOSURE

摘要

Now that we've completed the construction stages our project, there are various ways to cosmetically finish it. When choosing a finish, one should factor in what kind of life the enclosure or panel will live. It's not wise to choose a glossy automotive paint finish on an enclosure in a soccer mom's SUV On the other hand, using a matching paint/vinyl/leather combination that carries the exterior and interior theme into the trunk can take a show car to the next level. For a panel or enclosure subjected to daily use and abuse, vinyl or painted enclosures aren't practical or sensible since they can be damaged easily. The easiest and most durable material is stretchable speaker-box carpet, In applications in which cosmetics are important and the enclosure will live a more pampered life, an automotive-grade vinyl or leather may be the sensible choice, Matching OEM carpets-are also available but typically have a stiff backing that makes it hard to stretch and difficult to apply. Other finishes include faux suede, SEM texture spray, SEM vinyl and color coatings, and custom color-matched interior paints (available through some autobody paint stores), If you want to finish the enclosure with automotive base/clear coat, I strongly suggest taking it to a professional auto-body shop, Or, take an autobody/paint class and use the enclosure as a class project.