Hydro Dipping Services
Water transfer printing for stunning custom finishes on almost any surface
How Hydro Dipping Works
Six precision stages take your part from raw substrate to gallery-finish — every dip, every time.
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STEP 01
Surface Prep
Cleaned, sanded and degreased for optimal film adhesion.
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STEP 02
Base Coat
A colour base sprayed to enhance the chosen pattern.
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STEP 03
Film Laying
PVA film floated and hydrated on the dip tank surface.
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STEP 04
Activation
Chemical activator dissolves the film, freeing the ink.
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STEP 05
Dipping
The part is drawn through the ink, wrapping every contour.
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STEP 06
Clear Coat
Automotive-grade clear locks in finish, gloss and UV defence.
Pattern Categories
Over 1,000 film designs across eight popular families — plus full custom artwork to print on demand.
- grid_4x4 Carbon Fibre 120+ carbon weave patterns in various scales.
- forest Wood Grain Oak, walnut, burr and exotic wood effects.
- pattern Camouflage Military, hunting and custom camo patterns.
- blur_on Abstract Swirls, geometrics and artistic designs.
- landscape Stone & Marble Marble, granite and natural stone effects.
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hexagon Geometric Hex, kryptek and digital patterns.
- auto_awesome Metallic Brushed aluminium, chrome and metal effects.
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palette Custom Artwork Your own artwork or brand printed to bespoke film.
See Patterns on Real Items
Preview every film on real demo items — bathrooms, helmets, wheels, dashboards and more — before you commit.
What Can Be Dipped?
Almost any solid object can be hydro dipped. Here are some of the most popular items our customers bring to us.
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Helmets Motorcycle, cycling, ski and safety helmets in any pattern or design.
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Wheels Alloy wheels, wheel centres and trim rings for cars and motorcycles.
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Game Controllers PlayStation, Xbox and custom gaming peripherals with unique finishes.
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Guitar Bodies Electric and bass guitar bodies with stunning custom pattern finishes.
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Motorcycle Parts Fairings, tanks, engine covers, mudguards and frame components.
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Phone Cases Custom dipped phone cases, laptop covers and electronic housings.
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Car Interior Dashboard trims, door handles, centre consoles and interior panels.
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RC Bodies Radio-controlled car, truck and drone bodies with race-ready finishes.
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Tumblers Stainless steel tumblers, water bottles and drinkware with unique designs.
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Furniture Table tops, lamp bases, picture frames and decorative home items.
Hydro Dipping vs Carbon Dipping
Two very different finishing routes — here is how to choose between them.
Patterned, decorative, any substrate
When you want a printed pattern wrapped around complex shapes — wheels, helmets, controllers, trim.
- check Over 1,000 patterns to choose from
- check Works on metal, plastic, wood, composites
- check Wraps recesses and complex 3D contours
- check Quick turnaround — typically 48 hours
- check From £25 — accessible for personal projects
Real woven carbon, structural look
When the part needs the depth, weave detail and prestige of true 2x2 twill carbon fibre.
- check Real carbon-fibre cloth, not a printed pattern
- check Premium finish for showcase and high-end builds
- check Best on rigid, smooth substrates
- check Multi-layer build with epoxy and clear coat
- check Higher cost, longer lead time, exceptional result
Hydro Dipping Portfolio
A selection of recent hydro dipping projects showcasing the range and quality of our work.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Whether you need a quote for a commercial coating job or want to discuss a personal project, our team is ready to help. Call us, email us or fill out our quick quote form.
