[DIY] White Battery Door

lucas.scott

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Hey guys , got this idea from over at the Nexus S forums . Figured if it would work there , it would work here .

What you'll need:

1 can of white Plasti Dip

- I searched Lowes , Walmart , Autozone , Advanced Auto , Hobby Lobby , and Home Depo . Home Depo only had it in black . The only place i found it in store was Car Quest . I live in the south , im not sure how common they are elsewhere . I read it is also available at Ace Hardware .

1 Samsung Fascinate battery cover

- I suppose it would be best if you had a spare , but as long as you use the Plasti Dip brand , i know it can be peeled off if you make a mistake , so you can start over if need be.

About 2 hours

- You'll want to wait about 30 minutes between coats . I have 4 coats on mine .


Get yourself a well ventilated area , shake the can for a good minute and a half before spraying . This should go without saying , but TAKE THE BATTERY COVER OFF THE PHONE BEFORE APPLYING. Once your battery cover is removed , begin applying the spray about 8"-12" away from the cover . Be sure to get the sides , with this being white , and the cover being black , they needed a little extra attention .

As said before wait at least 30 minutes before doing your next coat . I did 4 coats , and i dont think another would hurt . might add another later .


Your result will be awesome . The guy from the Nexus S forum had some SUPER hi res photos that i dont believe do it just . Or maybe mine just came out better , who knows . It still slides in and out of my pocket just fine . It still fits in my factory car dock , and it adds much needed grip to our phones . .. and it looks sexy . It doesnt feel grainy or like truck bed liner at all . I actually had low expectations , but gave a shot because it could be peeled off .

Sorry for the not so great pics , they were taken with another Fascinate and it was super dark. This really surpassed all my expectations ....i feel like i might go on a Plasti Dip spree now ... look out Macbook ...

If you guys have any questions let me know .
 

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lucas.scott

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haha absolutely not .. neither of our pics do it justice . Its rubber , its not like truck bed liner ... which is what his looks like .. it has a very bouncy feel to it. quite soft to the touch actually . adds just enough texture . absolutely cant go wrong with it being a non-destructive approach for $7.99 . ive never been as aesthetically pleased with my phone as i am now .
 

obsidianchao

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If I do this, can it be painted afterwards?

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lucas.scott

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Its really perfect the way it is ... I want it to gave texture . Its like having a rubber case .... but not . I thought about a clear coat . But thar would make it slick again like the factory was

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obsidianchao

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Considering doing this and having a friend paint the Glowing Stars emblem on the back... that would be amazing.

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obsidianchao

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Oh... since it can be peeled off, wouldn't I have problems when pulling the door off? Like, would I accidentally strip the white?

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obsidianchao

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Sweet!

Glowing Stars battery cover, here I come.

Where can I order spare battery covers, just in case?

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obsidianchao

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Does that include shipping?

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lucas.scott

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I'm not sure . I just ordered one on the phone and remember it being around that price . I guess when my statement comes ill know haha. But really ... its risk free on the one you already have

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obsidianchao

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Yeah, but my artist is fourty minutes away, and don't wanna be without a cover. XD

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mbh87

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Might pick up an extra cover and try this. Its starting to get annoying how slick the Fascinate is with no case on. I personally have a white one tho so dont want to mess up the cover I have now.