These
are the most frequently asked
questions by our customers. Please
review this section before emailing
your inquiry. Due to the high volume
of emails we receive, your inquiry
may not be answered in a timely
manner if the questions are
addressed here.
What is the difference between
flat and molded dash kits?
Molded dash kits are pre formed
at the factory to fit the shape and
contour of your dash. The pieces
arrive to you 3 dimensional, and
mold around corners, sides, and
edges to give a more OEM factory
look. Flat dash kits are called
"flat" because they arrive as flat
pieces. They are flexible when
warmed, and will curve to the shape
of the dash, but in only one
direction, and are capable of doing
only the front facing surface of the
dash. Both kits are applied in the
same way, with adhesive backing.
Molded dash kits way more expensive
than flat, contains less pieces and
depends on the car may not provide
same beauty as flat do. We
manufacture FLAT kits only.
Do these kits replace parts in my
vehicle?
No. These kits are applied directly
to your existing dash surface. No
pieces are removed from your
vehicle.
Can I do the installation myself?
Yes! Almost all of our customers
do their own installations. Your
dash kit is supplied with complete
installation instructions and all
the materials required to install
your kit. Our website also has
general guidelines and tips for
installation. Please refer to
the instructions included with your
kit.
Which type of kit is easier to
install, flat or molded?
Both types of kits are applied
in generally the same way. Each type
has a 3M adhesive backing, and
adheres to the existing dash
surface. Our Flat dash kit
installations often require a little
more time because of the greater
number of pieces in the kit.
What is the difference between
real and synthetic wood?
Real wood veneers are
manufactured from thin sheets of
genuine wood. The entire thickness
is about 1/8 inch. Synthetic veneers
are an embossed image that very
closely resembles wood, and the
thickness is the same. The
synthetics are remarkably similar in
appearance to real wood and most
customers cannot tell the difference
when real and synthetic veneers are
placed side by side.
Is there an advantage to real or
synthetic wood?
Both real and synthetic veneers
are manufactured in the same
process, and have the same lifetime
warranty. Since no two trees are
identical, real wood kits have a
unique and classic beauty all their
own. Keep in mind, however, if at a
later time you add an additional kit
or replace a damaged piece, matching
the color of a real wood kit can be
difficult. The simulation of natural
wood has greatly improved in the
last few years, making it difficult
for most customers to tell the
difference between real and
synthetic veneers. This is why most
auto manufacturers are now using
synthetic wood veneers for OEM.
Synthetics have other advantages as
well. All the pieces will match in
color and grain and there are no
seams. Real wood can fade over time
if exposed constantly to direct
sunlight. Also, if you are adding
additional kits or replacing pieces
at a later time, synthetic veneers
will match perfectly.
How do I choose from so many
veneers?
First, narrow your choices by
deciding if you want a wood look,
metal look or Carbon Fiber look.
Wood provides warmth in the vehicle,
whereas metallic and carbon fiber
finishes are more high-tech. If you
decide on wood, determine if you
want a straight-grain wood or a
burled wood. If you want your dash
kit to stand out and be noticed,
choose a light wood for a dark
interior or a dark wood for a light
interior. For a kit to blend in,
choose light wood with a light
interior and dark wood with a dark
interior. As a general rule,
gray-toned or black interiors do
well with red tone woods and tan
interiors do well with brown and
orange tone woods. Carbon fibers and
metallic finishes do well with gray
and black interiors.
Do you do custom work?
Since our main office located in
USA/NY it is hard for us to make
custom work for you. However we may
do it if you can completely explain
us what to do, please
contact us for more information.
Kits are sold as shown in the
diagrams.
Can I order just pieces out of a
kit?
We cannot sell partial kits,
only complete kits as displayed on
the layout diagram.
Can I buy plain sheets of
material to cut my own pieces?
Only kits are available, no raw
materials.
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