—DEI for short—is one of the top suppliers for vehicle acoustic and thermal management treatments. The company has long been known for its thermal wraps, stick-on sheets, heat shields, turbo blankets, and other insulation and sound-deadening materials. DEI is always looking for new ways to manage heat and sound and the DEI guys have just announced the company’s newest product:, or
is DEI’s first paint-on sound and thermal barrier coating and it can be either sprayed on using DEI’s proprietaryor it can be painted on with an ordinary paintbrush. For many pro builders and DIY enthusiasts, a paint-on acoustic treatment is preferrable to stick-on sheets because it’s easier and cheaper . As a spray, it will be easier to apply in hard-to-access interior spaces and take less time to apply than cut-to-fit, stick-on panels.
is fully dry after 48 hours, but a follow-on coat can be applied after 12 hours if needed.By our calculations, one gallon should be more than enough to cover the interior sheetmetal of a typical muscle car, truck cab, or street rod. The product works by means of microscopic micro-spheres that act as insulating cells to defeat or dampen the transfer of heat and vibration .
to a gloss painted surface, scuff the surface first for best adhesion, using a shop vac and a tack cloth for final prep before spraying. Once applied,