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[Nexus S Accessories] nxt:
First time. It's pretty easy. I put a piece of tape over the Google logo hoping to preserve it just in case, but this stuff is so fine that it picks up the edges of the tape, good thing I did it exactly on the Google logo, so I'm going to peel it off and it should be perfect.

Gotta watch out though and clean the nozzle, sometimes after spraying a little bit and then I spray a little more, gobs came out. I just put another layer or two and it covered it up.

EDIT: Well that didn't work good, didn't realize the Plasti Dip was very rubbery like. Tried to peel off the tap underneath and yeah, wasn't as smooth as I though, now it's all ugly, gotta peel off the Plasti Dip and redo it now. heh.

EDIT: Just realized coulda used like a LEGO to put on top of the Google logo, then spray it and take the LEGO off, let it try, and then put the LEGO back on for the 2nd layer, take it off, repeat, etc.
[Nexus S Accessories] andromod:
great idea! i have the black htc hero cdma and even though its sleek and a tad more attractive than the matte grey hero, it pulls fingerprints out of thin air.

going to try this :]
[Nexus S Accessories] nxt:
Finished mine for the 2nd time today, looks great, fits great.

1 question, will the residue feel on your fingers disappear when it's fully dry? 4 hours?
[Nexus S Accessories] nicandris:
any photo?
[Nexus S Accessories] nxt:
Looks exactly like the first post.

Sent from my Nexus S
[Nexus S Accessories] nicandris:
you didn't do the Lego thing? i wanna see one with Google still visible there! just the Google part not the complete stripe :)
[Nexus S Accessories] nxt:
Nah, I thought about that AFTER I put on the first layer on my 2nd try.

Oh well, maybe if I'm bored one of these days, and its not raining anymore, I'll redo it.

Sent from my Nexus S
[Nexus S Accessories] Silrocco:
Great idea!! I bought Plasti Coat spray at Lowe's home improvement.
[Nexus S Accessories] ranxoren:
My girlfriend looked all over Ottawa, ON Canada for me and nobody carries it. Anybody from Canada find PlastiDip ?
[Nexus S Accessories] agentdr8:
Here's their "where to buy" link: http://www.plastidip.com/diy_where_to_buy.php

Love PlastiDipping stuff. Worked great on my TP2 battery cover. I wish it were of a finer "grade" of rubber though. Still looking for the material that HTC uses on a lot of their battery covers like the Aria and the old S620. Those are as smooth as a baby's butt.
[Nexus S Accessories] nxt:
Hmm, mine started peeling on the sides, I did spray about 4 layers outside and 2 layers inside (just the edges).

What's your suggestions, more layers outside or inside or what?
[Nexus S Accessories] Silrocco:
I suggest placing the cover on a stand that way the edges don't stick to the base and make sure you prep the cover with fine sandpaper. I've attached some pictures to show how I supported my cover when painting.
[Nexus S Accessories] nxt:
I actually did support mine. I cut about an inch and half from a toilet paper roll and supported it up.
[Nexus S Accessories] xdahd2:
Wtf!

Did you actually PAINT it or is it a picture effect?

Or is there a silver plastidip color?!?!?!
[Nexus S Accessories] ranxoren:
Available in red, yellow, black, white and clear.

http://www.caswellplating.com/aids/plastidip.html
[Nexus S Accessories] GodsDead:
It looks more cheap and tacky now.
[Nexus S Accessories] Timmac:
Someone needs to do this with the clear one. I want to see that :)

Haha, I really want to try it... but my hero already has a nice soft touch back.
[Nexus S Accessories] Lahdekorpi:
Better than the original, but could be even better with just a 50% finer finish.

Looking at the picture, IMO it's too harsh or "grainy".
[Nexus S Accessories] intothevoid:
Thanks for the mention bro. I am really glad this is working out for everyone.
[Nexus S Accessories] kmmxracer:
On my first coat right now!!! This is perfect for my Vibrant since it came with an extra pink back.
[Nexus S Accessories] Ezzy77:
Looks like it came from the factory like this, nice work :)

ps. can't believe you swapped an EVO for a Nexus S...
[Nexus S Accessories] avetny:
hahahaha:D:eek::confused::D:D
[Nexus S Accessories] mhaedo:
Ok, not to get off topic here...but I'm gonna get off topic ;)

I waited in line at 6am to buy an EVO on launch day. It was disappointing from day one. It had a very poor build quality. Everyone complains about a "plasticy" Nexus S, but it feels solid in the hand. I am very satisfied with the build quality. The EVO, however, had a thin plastic frame and a tremendous amount of flex in the back cover. Both factors made it feel very cheap in the hand. Here's an example of HTC engineering at it's finest: http://www.xda-developers.com/android/a-concerning-amount-of-evo-users-report-power-button-crack/. I'm not sure where they went wrong. The Nexus One and myTouch 4G are built like a rock, G1 and EVO on the other hand...utter garbage.

Also, Sprint's data service was horrendous. While I did see incredible bandwidth on 4G occasionally, the majority of the time it was subpar. Even when the bandwidth was sufficient, the latency was terrible. I very rarely saw less than 150ms on 4G and it was often 250ms or more. Also, 4G service was spotty in center city Philadelphia so it frequently toggled between 3G and 4G. During this period of time I had no data service whatsoever. The icing on the cake was with CDMA you have no voice and data at the same time on 3g, which was something I needed frequently. T-Mobile, on the other hand, delivers consistently. It is always 1.5-3.5Mbit with 60-80ms latency and I almost always get voice and data at the same time.

With Sprint, when you combine the very underwhelming bandwidth, terrible latency, and outright lack of service during the handoff from 3G to 4G, you get a very lousy user experience. It was a source of constant frustration. I can't tell you how many times I went to show someone something on my EVO only to have an error message appear on the screen. Usually it would be followed with a smart-ass comment about me waiting in line and paying a bunch of money for a phone that didn't work properly.

Long story short, when I switched from the EVO to the Nexus S, the first day I was amazed. Finally, Android as it's meant to be. Stock Android, or "Pure Google" as they're marketing it these days, is refreshing. I'm very happy to be rid of Sense UI. The data service on T-Mobile blows Sprint away in Philadelphia, which is one of Sprint's flagship 4G cities. My phone feels solid, fast, and reliable. My EVO felt flimsy, laggy, and erratic.

Nexus S FTW, even with the lack of expandable storage, DLNA, HDMI out, dual core, 720p, more RAM, etc. For me, the user experience is excellent which is what ultimately matters.

/end rant
[Nexus S Accessories] schizopunk:
Trying this out right now. On my final coat and now letting it dry, it is looking so good!
[Nexus S Accessories] ztm.000:
I think clear would look cool
[Nexus S Accessories] xdahd2:
mine keeps peeling off the sides and i've tried every other combination possible!

I do coat the inside also i've tried it all, 1, 2, 3, and even four sprays inside! but still peels off!

Ima try six or seven outer couts and three inner coats now
[Nexus S Accessories] coco135:
Did mine with 5 cotes...inside and outside (twice!) the thing is starting to peel off after couple of days, if you wanna do it right then the cover needs to be sanded down
[Nexus S Accessories] boomboxgneration:
no root required! ;)
[Nexus S Accessories] Jayrod1980:
Maybe you aren't doing it in the right conditions. I did mine with very light coats and had it up on block so I could properly spray the edges. I taped the nfc antenna and got two coats on the inside after four light coats on the outside. I let it dry for 4 hours, then put in a pouch temprarlily till I got home and applied a screen protector. I then let it sit snapped on the phone over night. Looks great and doesn't seem to be peeling at all. Wouldn't matter much now as I snapped the platinum protector case over it.

Also, I did this late afternoon and early evening outside at about 50 to 60 degree weather and probably 50 to 60 percent humidity and fairly calm wind.

Doubt it will dry properly if you have too low temperature
[Nexus S Accessories] birkholze:
Thanks for this idea! I was skeptical but tried it last night because it is so cheap. It turned out awesome! The only area I have concerns about peeling is around the headphone jack.
[Nexus S Accessories] xdahd2:
Does you not peel at all?

How did yours come out?

Plz put up some pics, I know you have some, but I would like to see how it came out in the future.
[Nexus S Accessories] xspyda:
Sounding like a popular choice of back cover this. Would be interested to see more pics from people that have done the same to are Howe it's turned out for you guys.
[Nexus S Accessories] AndyCr15:
I'm reasonably happy with the back cover, but if it can be peeled off so easy, I'm also tempted to have a try :)

I've ordered a black and clear from the UK website for £25. Has anyone tried clear yet? Would perhaps be my preference to keep the look of it, but add a little grip :)
[Nexus S Accessories] Gopena:
Did this today on my Samsung vibrant. I love the look! no more fingerprints!
[Nexus S Accessories] wootroot:
*needs to be within inches
[Nexus S Accessories] xspyda:
Great, any pics?
[Nexus S Accessories] Gopena:
Pic 1 from 1/2 is my first attempt

and Pic 2 from 1/3 is from re-try today after paint started peeling at edges. Repainted with the smaller hook of a hanger hooking the plate at the camera hole, allowed for both sides to be properly coated to hold everything in one piece hopefully.

Also! Phone still fits in car dock (aftermarket chinese ebay one) albeit requiring a little more persuasion to get in. It did not cause the coating to start peeling though!
[Nexus S Accessories] xspyda:
Thanks for the pics, good job :)

Are you saying you coated the inside as well as the outside of the cover, and is still clips in place firmly on the phone?
[Nexus S Accessories] SubyWill:
you have any pictures of how it looks after you used the LEGO?
[Nexus S Accessories] Gopena:
Exactly. problem was that the first time I did it, I still did both sides, but I was setting it down to dry. so that edge was separated from front and back, so the coating peeled away. But what also happened that the interior coating was smooth from not drying right, and was thinner. It clipped on better but was peeling less than 12 hrs later.

Second try, I hung it instead. so the coating is now even on both sides, but it takes a little more convincing for it to latch down ont he back of the phone, but let me tell you that it feels completely solid, and if anything, takes more force to pry off.

IDK about Nexus S users, but vibrants came with 2 back covers, so even if I did ruin one somehow, I still have an unused second one :D

To the comment about the lego, I wouldn't hold your breath. any edge of this covering seems to peel off with enough friction. so it would look cool for maybe a few days, but then it would start peeling from being in your pocket (unless you keep it in a case, maybe)

ALSO: Thinking about buying up some back covers specifically to coat and sell(Not only for nexus S, just any smartphone with an annoyingly smooth and fingerprint-prone back). Good Idea?
[Nexus S Accessories] Gopena:
Sure, in theory that sounds fine. EXCEPT!

You would seal your phone, which only really matters if you need to:

-Take the battery out to reset

-Take apart your phone

-Change batteries

-Downloader Mode? (Vol up, vol down, usb, battery in [Thats the failsafe for the vibrant. Same on the nexus S?]

I mean It doesn't sound like it matters, but thats a brand new screen protector every time you spray the phone.

EDIT: So here I am on the 4th. and it's already peeling off again. Bottom right corner, and left middle edge. idk what I'm not doing right, but I will try to coat better when I try it again.
[Nexus S Accessories] snipestech:
Both nexus s and Mytouch are awsome phones built sturdier I have seen many evo s with issues however I had the g1 and it was a great phone also I have the evo since its release and no harware issues whatsoever software running better than ever with fresh updated pri and consistent 4g in miami also where I work is kinda a dead spot for( att and tmobile ) Sprint on the otherhand although faint I still get 3g ang service
[Nexus S Accessories] AndyCr15:
I'm trying the clear one right now, just done the first coat. It looks kinda odd though... 'frothy' like the top of a pint perhaps.

There will be a video on hemorrdroids.net either today, or if I try the black coating, tomorrow evening.

I'll try put a couple of pics up today, either way.

So, those that did this days ago, are you all finding it peels off? If so, probably no point, right?
[Nexus S Accessories] AndyCr15:
Anyone still here?

Well, here's my experience's, video and everything.

http://hemorrdroids.net/rubberising-your-samsung-plastic-battery-case/

The clear spray didn't work out too well :( The black coating looks awesome though!
[Nexus S Accessories] dragon546:
The black does look good. Nice Matte finish.
[Nexus S Accessories] Loggerhead87:
That video was great, thanks for sharing it. I thought the clear coat was interesting. Is there anything you'd do differently next time with the clear coat to try to make it work a little better? Also, it was good to see an example of the stuff being peeled off afterward, which looked like it wasn't too problematic.
[Nexus S Accessories] AndyCr15:
Well, the clear coating came out very different to the black. The black seemed more like spray paint.

I guess if I try clear again, it would be from a further distance (I did from about 12 inches though) and I would try to be more sparing with it...

**EDIT** I've just seen the bottom of the back is peeling a little already. It looks like I was perhaps a little too thin at that point.
[Nexus S Accessories] deeren:
The skinomi carbon fibre skin gives more or less the same results from the pictures . and i guess it's more lasting too .

http://www.skinomi.com/google-nexus-s-carbon-fiber-skin-protector.html
[Nexus S Accessories] freedom1378:
I used the Clear Plasti-Dip and it looks pretty great. 4 coats, half an hour between each coat. As per dragon546's experience, I sprayed it further than the recommended 12 inches and it worked fine!

Attached some pictures of it.
[Nexus S Accessories] eTechUncut:
wow what a product. all of my devices are about to take a dip in this stuff! i will make this a project for this weekend coming up. picts to follow.
[Nexus S Accessories] B3arfruit:
Is it good quality has any rubbed off after a while?

Believers b3ar fruit with their Nexus S.....:)
[Nexus S Accessories] AtomicPC:
I wonder if clear weather seal would work?

http://www.superior-industries.com/weather_seal_product_203.html
[Nexus S Accessories] B3arfruit:
It was easy to apply just hope it holds going in and out of my pocket

Believers b3ar fruit with their Nexus S.....:)
[Nexus S Accessories] eTechUncut:
i'll pass on $40 a can!!!
[Nexus S Accessories] B3arfruit:
I paid like 5 bucks for the plasti dip

Believers b3ar fruit with their Nexus S.....:)
[Nexus S Accessories] Marcski:
how long does is last?

i put my phone in and out of my pocket several times a day, would it last long or peel the next day already?
[Nexus S Accessories] c&c:
Just got my PlastiDip spray today, sprayed 5 layer. Its looks and feels great.:D
[Nexus S Accessories] B3arfruit:
Yeah mine started to peel will do five layer next time inside and out

Believers b3ar fruit with their Nexus S.....:)
[Nexus S Accessories] BartT-GSM:
Where I can buy this cover ?
[Nexus S Accessories] Marcski:
after how many days?
[Nexus S Accessories] B3arfruit:
Two

Believers b3ar fruit with their Nexus S.....:)
[Nexus S Accessories] AtomicPC:
haha me too!
[Nexus S Accessories] terodeg:
i think it's amazing, great idea!
[Nexus S Accessories] dinan:
Just tried this last night. Put on 4 or 5 coats I think, came out alright. It fits a little more snug now, but I'm concerned that taking the cover off will cause it to peel at the part where you stick your finger in to pry off the cover, which takes more effort now since it has the coating. I'll just have to see how it goes...
[Nexus S Accessories] truthkillszz:
i was actually thinking of doing the phone in white... but doing the case first and then carefully and precisely cover the entire screen including, volume rocker, power button usb port and headphone jack and then doing the front and sides...i would have to do this when i get a free day to take my time.
[Nexus S Accessories] AndyCr15:
And for a day it would look quite nice ... :-/
[Nexus S Accessories] Ulukita:
[Q] Plasti Dip your Nexus S cover vs a formal case?

http://hemorrdroids.net/rubberising-your-samsung-plastic-battery-case/
[Nexus S Accessories] AllGamer:
there was another DIY topic, that was already suggested
[Nexus S Accessories] willverduzco:
I really want to try this, but I don't wanna do it on my Limited Edition back. I don't think anyone's found a vendor that has the Nexus S backs in stock, right? I remember someone pasted a link that sold a 3-pack, but they were out of stock.
[Nexus S Accessories] dinan:
You shouldn't be worried as this coating peels right off with no trace whatsoever left on the battery cover. I did this to mine a few days ago and it came out alright, but it's already starting to peel. The end result is nice but it's just too fragile for every day use imo. I might try applying again with more coats and more discipline in waiting for dry times but in the end it'll most likely start peeling at the edges, just a matter of time.
[Nexus S Accessories] B3arfruit:
Peeled again. Good idea but going in and out of pocket isn't to good for it
[Nexus S Accessories] suksit:
I think a matte TPU case could be a better alternative:
[Nexus S Accessories] alex1989m:
Treid and Tested

I think the Plastidip is a fantastic alternative to the glossy back. Ive already tried it once but peeled it off so i could try and Skinit skin on there. But now ive taken the skin off again and have applied the plastidip to the back cover tonight, its now drying :).

It really is a pleasure to use with the rubberised coating and really executes the need for a case (unless you drop your phone lots of times obv! lol)
[Nexus S Accessories] josephlck:
Lasting?

Hummm... Very tempted to try this on my soon-to-be-delivered Nexus S but has anyone managed to get it to stick? It seems like it starts to peel after 2-5 days :(
[Nexus S Accessories] unlvmike:
Couldn't have said it better
[Nexus S Accessories] TheDub:
Really hate to bring this thread back from the dead as it's been so long but have any of you guys who have done this gotten results that didn't end with it peeling off?

Was really considering this for my back cover... was thinking about instead of the spay though getting the stuff you can pour and literally dipping it 4-5 times.
[Nexus S Accessories] obsanity:
I'm interested as well. Does it last after long time of use?
[Nexus S Accessories] letsgophillyingeneral:
Haha, people plastidip everything.
[Nexus S Accessories] anaglich:
Not sure how long it will last (I will keep you updated) but I tried this last night and I absolutely love the look and feel. Much better than a case, and much better than the original gloss. I do miss the google logo, but it is a small price to pay.
[Nexus S Accessories] Igotsanevo4g:
This worked really well. :D
[Nexus S Accessories] megazac1:
Bump.

Anyone get this to last?

EDIT: Welp, giving it a shot right now. We'll see...

UPDATE: So looks like the first attempt was good, but the edge did start to peel within a few hours. I made sure to give the edges and corners a thorough spray and went 4 coats all around. Maybe I'll try again. Been thinking about this as well. Maybe if the sanding doesn't end up looking so great, or lasting, the Plasti-Dip would work better with the surface sanded? It seems like it will hold up well on the flat surfaces, just not at the very edges of the cover. Might be too sharp of a corner. I wonder if it would hold up better with some sanded down edges. Hmm...
[Nexus S Accessories] Arkymedes:
Bump.

Following this thread closely :)

I found it to buy here in France but the black one is out of stock and it comes back in november.

www.plastidip.fr
[Nexus S Accessories] d_phekt:
I tried this and it looked great for about 2 days. It started to peel around the edges as everyone else stated. I am going to try and sand my cover since I have an extra and see if I can maybe get it to stick better. Love the look and feel of it after its all done tho. Will report back with results after sanding and reapplying plastidip.
[Nexus S Accessories] megazac1:
So I ended up going with the "brushed metal" look by sanding down the battery cover. I've been living with it for a few weeks and have really liked it. The only thing that has bothered me about it is that the cover is actually recessed a little bit from the edge of the phone (understandably because I did have to sand quite a bit). So I decided to try the plasti-dip again to see if 1) it will stick better to a sanded surface and 2) if the edges won't catch and peel because of the recession on the sides. Before when I sprayed right on the original finish, the edge of the cover was actually raised slightly from the phone, causing it to have more exposure. Now it's just a little recessed from being flush so nothing can catch on the edge to start peeling the plasti-dip off (i.e. in and out of your pocket all day long). I also let it dry for a lot longer than I did the first time (at least 12 hours) before handling it much.

Hopefully this will hold up as I am liking the grip and finish a lot! If it doesn't I think I'm going to end up spray painting it or clear coating to try and lessen the recession of the cover from the edge.
[Nexus S Accessories] Long813:
Can't wait to try this out. I think it will be what I was looking for.
[Nexus S Accessories] killj0y:
Ok this will probably work but you need to sand it down to give the dip something to grab onto. Also an adhesion promoter would probably help a lot, maybe even a primer/adhesion promotor combo.
[Nexus S Accessories] mc|stue:
i don't had car polish... so i tried it instead with disc scratch repair gel.

and for me it works! looks beautifull without the Samsung brand

sry for my bad english :)
[Nexus S Accessories] tanner.jon:
Galaxy Nexus?

Has anybody attempted this with the Galaxy Nexus? It has a textured back but is still quite slippery.

Maybe the textured back would allow it to adhere better. The cover is just on the back (not full wrap around like the Nexus S), so I'd be interested to see how this works.
[Nexus S Accessories] infernox51:
I'm probably going to give this a go in the next week or so. Will let you know how it turns out.
[Nexus S Accessories] miloziz:
thanks.. will try it out
[Nexus S Accessories] Shark_On_Land:
Thanks for sharing and giving ideas. And thanks alot for taking such great pics.
[Nexus S Accessories] Donofduketown:
wow interesting thread , following this for sure!
[Nexus S Accessories] sidearmG:
Anyone try this on a Gnex yet? I'm very curious about how it will or won't peel with the texture on the battery cover.

Annnnd following
[Nexus S Accessories] maarrrrr:
I should try this.
[Nexus S Accessories] smoke1:
Very good idea. Than.
[Nexus S Accessories] thejaredhuang:
Did this on my Vibrant cover.

1st try, sanded down the gloss but none of the paint, plasti Dipped just the outside, edges came up pretty much immediately.

2nd try, sanded the crap out of the edges and lightly on the inside, 2 coats inside focusing mainly on the edges, 3-4 coats outside focusing mainly on the edges. So far its held up pretty well over the last 2 days including one trip tumbling in a backpack.

I don't think it matters how many coats you put on as long as you prep and sand.
[Nexus S Accessories] :
I think I'll give it a try. Thanks!
[Nexus S Accessories] csdibiase@gmail.com:
Has anyone tried applying a coat of primer to the cover before spraying on the plasti dip? I'm thinking of giving this a go, but figured I'd ask first before trying to track down plasti dip primer. :)