• Office: 916-701-9778
  • Email us: info@916hydrographics.com

Sacramento's Premiere Hydrographic company

About 916 Hydrographics

At 916 Hydrographics, premier hydrographics company in Sacramento, we are dedicated to providing the finest decorative coatings for your automotive parts, firearms, sporting gear, shoes, and tools. Bringing over two decades of experience in the paint industry, we eagerly anticipate meeting your business requirements.

We cover all your hydrographic needs, offering expertise in everything from carbon fiber to tools and everything in between. No project is too large or too small for us to handle. As proud TWN Industries certified professionals, we take pride in our roots as a family-owned and operated business.

Our mission at 916 Hydrographics is to empower our customers, encouraging them to unleash their creativity and turn ordinary objects into extraordinary works of art through the innovative technique of water transfer printing. Committed to delivering high-quality, customizable solutions, we enhance the aesthetic appeal of a diverse range of products, from automotive parts and electronic devices to home decor and personal accessories.

With our advanced expertise, cutting-edge equipment, and unwavering dedication to exceptional craftsmanship, we aim to provide results that surpass our customers’ expectations. Striving to be a trusted partner, we inspire individuals and businesses to explore the limitless possibilities of water transfer printing, expressing their unique visions with beauty, precision, and enduring quality.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a focus on customer satisfaction, we aspire to leave a lasting imprint of excellence in the realm of decorative surface finishes.

What is Hydrographics

Hydrographics, also referred to as water transfer printing, hydrodipping, or immersion printing, involves applying decorative paints to various products such as plastics, metals, glass, and shoes. Our method utilizes dissolvable-printed films that float on tanks filled with water. This process ensures a durable finish with enduring results. Whether it’s automotive parts, firearms, sports gear, or shoes, we offer the capability to dip a wide range of items. With a vast selection of patterns to choose from and a quick turnaround time, we bring customization to a new level.

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OUR PROCESS

  • Product Preparation
  • Water transfer Process
  • Finishing Process

This is probably one of the most important steps there is. We pre-clean the surface to remove any contaminates and then we use sandpaper to remove any finish off the product. We then wipe away and dust/dirt from the surface with a mild cleaning solution and water. We then rinse it thoroughly. After it is dry and completely clean we apply the primer and the base coat on the product in a thin, even layer. Once that step is complete, we let the product completely dry before continuing onto the next step.

During this step the client selects a patter that comes printed on a water-soluble vinyl film strip. We cut the film, so it fits the size of the product. We fill our water tank with warm water that is high enough to submerge the product without water spillage. We lay the film on the surface of the water and check for any bubbles under the film. We allow the film to hydrate before spraying a thin layer of chemical activator onto the film. Once the film strip looks liquified we put on gloves, and we slowly and precisely dip the object into the water at an angle until it is completely submerged onto the film strip.

Once we finish with the water transfer process, we rinse off any residue or contaminants that might be left on the project using our custom-made rinse tanks. After a final rinse process, the product is dried off before we apply a high-grade finishing clear coat. We have multiple types of clear coats such as matte, gloss, or flat. The product is then inspected before being packaged and returned to the customer.

Hydrographic Film Samples

This is just a small example of the types of designs we carry. With well over 400+ film designs, the possibilities are endless. Let us help you make your custom designer dreams come true.

Camouflage Patterns

Hover Box Element

We have access to over 200+ camouflage patterns at our disposal. Head over to our patterns page to check them all out.

Metal Patterns

Hover Box Element

We have access to over 10+ metal patterns at our disposal. Head over to our patterns page to check them all out.

Carbon Fiber Patterns

Hover Box Element

We have access to over 40 carbon fiber patterns at our disposal. Head over to our patterns page to check them all out.

Stone Patterns

Hover Box Element

We have access to over 15+ stone fiber patterns at our disposal. Head over to our patterns page to check them all out.

Designer Patterns

Hover Box Element

We have access to over 100+ designer patterns at our disposal. Head over to our patterns page to check them all out.

Wood Grain Patterns

Wood Grain Samples

We have access to over 140+ wood grain patterns at our disposal. Head over to our patterns page to check them all out.