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Q: What is the material used in
HERCULINER?
A: HERCULINER is a mixture of polyurethane coating with
rubber
granules to provide a
tough, textured finish.
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Q: How can it be applied?
A: HERCULINER can be
applied with a brush/roller or with a spray
compressor. (Brush and two (2) rollers are included with
each
kit.) It must be applied in a well
ventilated area.
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Q: What colors are available?
A: Black, Gray Red
& White.
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Q:
Where can I buy
it?
A: Click on "stores
near you" or go to http://www.247autoparts.com/store/herculiner.html
to get a kit of your own.
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Q: How much is the cost and in what size
containers will it
be
available?
A: Suggested retail on the black kit is $99.99, which
includes
one (1) gallon. Additional black
quarts are available for $29.99.
Red, gray
& white kits are available for $139.99. Red, gray and
white quarts are available for $39.99.
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Q: What surfaces will it bond
to?
A: HERCULINER will bond to most clean/dry surfaces,
including
painted or primed steel. Prepping
the surface is critical for
best results;
instructions are included with the kit, or you
can just click on "Instructions" icon on this
or any other page
of the HERCULINER
site.
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Q:
What is the shelf life of
HERCULINER?
A: If unopened, HERCULINER can be stored for several
years.
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Q: How tough is HERCULINER?
A: HERCULINER won’t
chip, flake or peel and is resistant to
damage from gasoline and most chemicals & solvents. It
can withstand years of heavy duty
use.
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Q:
How can I remove HERCULINER once
it's applied?
A: You can use Xylene while product is still wet, but if
it dries,
it's permanent.
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Q:
What happens if I get
HERCULINER on my hands?
A:
Clean off immediately with Xylene, then
wash hands with
soap and
water.
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Q:
How long does it take HERCULINER
to dry?
A: You should allow HERCULINER to dry about 9-12 hours
before
any light use and allow 24 hours for a
complete cure. Curing
begins when HERCULINER
is exposed to atmospheric moisture.
Therefore, with higher humidity, curing time is
shorter.
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Q: How thick should it be
applied?
A: First coat forms a good base. After 1 hour to 1 ½
hours to
dry; then apply a second coat that
will cover any open pores.
One (1) gallon
covers 6’ beds with 2 coats; an extra quart is
needed for 8’ beds.
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Q:
Can you repair a section that
has been damaged?
A: Yes, HERCULINER adheres to itself, while other
coatings do
not and would have to be removed
for gouging repair.
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Q: Is HERCULINER flammable?
A: Yes, but after
drying, it is no longer flammable.
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Q:
Can I apply HERCULINER in the
winter?
A: Yes, HERCULINER can be applied between 32° F and 95°
F.
However, the colder the temperature and
the lower the
humidity, the longer the curing
process will take. Additionally,
it MUST BE
APPLIED IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
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Q: What is the difference between our coating
formula
versus the other spray-on
coatings out there?
A:
HERCULINER has a proprietary
polyurethane and rubber formula.
HERCULINER
is the only do-it-yourself bedliner with a tough,
thick, skid-resistant finish that won’t chip,
flake or peel.
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Q:
What is included in a
kit?
A: 1 gallon of protective coating
2 rollers for easy application
1 abrasive pad
for scuffing/prepping bed
1 roller
handle
1 gallon can
opener
1 - 2" brush for tight
spots/corners
Plus: Bed liner application
instructions in English, French, and
Spanish
AND application instructions for other uses (also
in
English, French, and
Spanish).
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Q: What is not included in a kit that will be
needed to do the
job
right?
A: One Quart of Xylene, Acetone or MEK (solution to prep
the
surface of the bed before
coating)
Rubber gloves
Stir stick (We recommend a drill with a paint mixing
attachment.)
Paint tray and some
rags
Tape for masking off
areas
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Q:
What kind of warranty does
HERCULINER have?
A: We warranty the product against faulty manufacture
and
defective materials. We cannot accept
liability for application
or use of this
product (too many variables, proper
prepping/cleaning of surface, application methods,
etc.).
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Q:
What is the average cost for a
dealer installed spray-on
bed
liner?
A: There are a number of different products and dealers
offering
bed liner spray-on services.
Finished product mil thickness, skid
resistant
properties, and costs vary by location from $300.00
to over $500.00.
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Q:
Can I use HERCULINER Coating for
other uses?
A: Yes, the HERCULINER Coating can be used on an array
of
surfaces from concrete to plastic as well
as an undercoating
to ramp coatings, etc.
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