Painting a NP9170

Hello,

I am wondering if anybody knows how to paint the back of the screen on the Sager NP9170. Basically, I am wondering what types of paint and how they should be layered. Lastly, what is the best way to prevent the paint from wearing off, and how long would it take (estimate)? I do have the sager branding, but I don't mind removing it myself.

Sorry for all the questions, but here are a few more :

Would it be better to just use a skin?

Does it affect the warranty?


Offtopic:
I do still plan on doing the video review of my laptop for you guys, but I decided to use it a few weeks so I would have a better foundation to base my opinions on.

 

Yea you can paint the back of the P170EM. We've done plenty ( http://facebook.com/mythlogiccorp) we use PPG automotive paint and Auto clearcoat. They hold up well as long as you don't scratch it, but if you do, just buff it out just like a car and its fine.

We can do you a lid if you want it painted, I would go skin if you have a highly complicated design.

For the warranty, if you bought the laptop from us, we don't warranty the paint job (AKA if you scratch it) but it doesn't void the warranty on the laptop, but you'll have to follow up with your purchasing company.

 

It's also good to note that it's not a bad idea to take a fine sandpaper and rough up the lid a little bit and put a base layer primer on it. I grew up on a family car lot and have painted a fair number of vehicles, which nowadays is pretty similar process to painting laptops. Doing this will allow you to do color matching a lot better. You'll also want to tape off any screw holes and latches to prevent them from gumming up (often overlooked without thinking about it). PPG paints are what we've used for years and they are excellent.. Let each layer have time to cure and dry before doing the next to prevent bleeding. It's possible to do intricate designs using tape and a lot of meticulous attention to detail but the end result when done right is spectacular. Definitely do the clear coat to protect your work, I would even do 2 or 3 to get that sheen that you're likely looking for.

 

Great! Thanks for the help from both of you. + rep

 

Always glad to help. Definitely post pictures of the end result, I'm sure everyone would love to see what you end up with.