Wood Grain Vinyl Side Paneling?

[moorevisual]

I am very interested in recreating this look on my truck (with a twist of course). Has anyone else done this? I know 3M Di-Noc is the primo stuff to use, I believe some auto manufacturers have used it for their "woody" options, but it is very pricey, around $400-500 for the amount I would need. Can anyone recommend some more affordable options? I do not want a glossy finish, prefer a matte finish for a more authentic look.

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[CSFJ]

Wild. I don't think I've ever seen one of these trucks done up with wood grain. Seen plenty of the 2 tones, just haven't run across one of these yet. Was it actually a factory offering, or dealer added option?

 

[Georgeb]

Wild. I don't think I've ever seen one of these trucks done up with wood grain. Seen plenty of the 2 tones, just haven't run across one of these yet. Was it actually a factory offering, or dealer added option?

Whatever it was it looks really cool!

 

[RetroC10Sport]

It was factory.

 

[moorevisual]

Whatever it was it looks really cool!

I agree! Hoping someone out maybe owns a sign shop and deals with vinyl that can recreate this looks.

 

[Camar068]

http://www.metrorestyling.com/Wood-Grain-Vinyl-Film-s/1228.htm

 

[moorevisual]

http://www.metrorestyling.com/Wood-Grain-Vinyl-Film-s/1228.htm

Thanks man, I checked this site out earlier, that's the 3M stuff I was talking about, very pricey. And there's no phone number or anyway to contact a person except through the site. I'd prefer to be able to speak with someone who has some real world experience with this stuff.

 

[Camar068]

Thanks man, I checked this site out earlier, that's the 3M stuff I was talking about, very pricey. And there's no phone number or anyway to contact a person except through the site. I'd prefer to be able to speak with someone who has some real world experience with this stuff.

I saw mention of samples, may have been another website though.

 

[Geektrucker]

I've got a friend that does vinyl signs / lettering. She says she can get woodgrain (many colors) for
12" x 10 yrd. $183.00
24" x 10 yrd. $210.00

Not sure how many yards would be needed tho...

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[moorevisual]

I've got a friend that does vinyl signs / lettering. She says she can get woodgrain (many colors) for
12" x 10 yrd. $183.00
24" x 10 yrd. $210.00

Not sure how many yards would be needed tho...

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Do you think they can get some small sample pieces? I would be interested in the $210 package, looking for a walnut or similar colored grain

 

[Geektrucker]

Do you think they can get some small sample pieces? I would be interested in the $210 package, looking for a walnut or similar colored grain

She probably could. I would suggest you hit up her website and drop her an email or call.

http://www.finishingtouch.biz her name is Jackie.

Disclaimer: I have no business interest in this company, just a friend of a friend I built a website for.

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[SlickGTP]

Mine came with that from the factory... Still on the fence whether or not I want to add it back when I finally take care of the rust and repaint.

 

[moorevisual]

Mine came with that from the factory... Still on the fence whether or not I want to add it back when I finally take care of the rust and repaint.

was yours actual paneling? would love to see pics

 

[SlickGTP]

was yours actual paneling? would love to see pics

It was vinyl... It's all faded from the sun, but the color kinda comes back if I rub oil into it.

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[Georgeb]

Mine came with that from the factory... Still on the fence whether or not I want to add it back when I finally take care of the rust and repaint.

After looking at your pic I would reapply that wood grain.