Raptor Bed Liner has grown from being a simple truck bed coating into one of the most versatile automotive and industrial protective coatings available today. Originally created as a do-it-yourself truck bed liner, it has now become a popular, heavy-duty coating that can be applied on metal, wood, fiberglass, plastic, composite surfaces, and even concrete. Known for its toughness, weather resistance, and long-lasting performance, Raptor Bed Liner is now widely used not just by car enthusiasts but also in marine, farming, commercial, and household applications.
Whether you’re restoring an old truck bed, protecting your off-road vehicle, coating work equipment, or adding a rugged finish to an outdoor project, Raptor Bed Liner offers a reliable, easy-to-apply solution that stands up to harsh environments.
What is Raptor Bed Liner?
Raptor Bed Liner is a high-durability, paint-on urethane coating designed to protect surfaces from abrasion, UV rays, rust, corrosion, and impact damage. Once applied, it forms a thick, textured, ultra-durable coating that seals the surface underneath.
The chemistry behind Raptor’s strength lies in its ability to bond deeply to a wide range of materials. Because it cures into a hard, elastic layer, it can resist chips, scratches, and even fuel spills without peeling or cracking.
Unlike traditional bed liners that came as pre-formed plastic inserts, Raptor creates a fully sealed protective layer permanently attached to the vehicle body or surface. This prevents water from getting trapped underneath – one of the main causes of rust in older truck bed liners.
Raptor also stands out because it can be tinted to match your vehicle’s paint color, allowing a seamless or rugged customized look. Many people even use it to coat entire vehicles, trailers, and toolboxes due to its durability and unique textured finish.
Key Features of Raptor Bed Liner
1. Tintable Formula
You can easily tint Raptor Bed Liner to match your vehicle’s paint or any desired color. Black is the standard option, but tintable kits provide flexibility for creative applications.
2. Highly Durable
Once cured, the coating becomes resistant to scratches, chips, rust, corrosion, and mechanical wear. This makes it especially useful for off-road vehicles and work trucks that face heavy use.
3. UV Resistant
Raptor’s advanced formula prevents fading, chalking, or discoloration, even after prolonged exposure to sunlight. Unlike many coatings, Raptor maintains its deep, rich color for years.
4. Water-Resistant Seal
After application, the coating repels moisture and keeps surfaces protected from rain, humidity, and spills. This also helps prevent rust and corrosion in metal surfaces.
5. Chemical Resistant
Raptor can withstand exposure to gasoline, hydraulic fluids, oils, salt water, bleach, and many harsh chemicals, making it suitable for industrial and marine applications.
6. Easy and Quick to Use
Raptor’s “fill, shake, and shoot” system makes it user-friendly even for beginners. It can be applied using a Schutz gun, an HVLP spray gun, a roller, or a brush depending on the finish you want.
How to Apply the Raptor Liner
Applying Raptor Liner is relatively simple, especially if you’ve ever painted or sprayed a vehicle before. Here’s the general process:
- Start with a Raptor Bed Liner spray bottle.
The kit usually includes the base material in bottles ready for mixing. - Add the hardener directly into the bottle.
Fill it as instructed and shake vigorously for 1–2 minutes. - Attach the applicator gun (Schutz gun or spray gun).
This allows even spraying for an even texture. - Spray the coating onto the surface.
Use smooth sweeping motions and adjust air pressure to control texture. - Alternatively, apply using a roller or brush.
This is ideal for smaller areas or for creating a rougher finish. - Let the coating dry thoroughly.
Drying time depends on temperature, but Raptor typically sets within 60 minutes and cures fully in a few days.
A wax coat is not needed after the application – Raptor’s finish is inherently protective and durable.
What’s Included in a Raptor Spray-On Bed Liner Kit?
A standard kit typically contains:
- Four 750 mL Raptor Bed Liner base bottles
- 1 liter of hardener
- One application/manual instruction guide
- Optional tints (depending on the kit version)
One full kit can comfortably cover a standard 8-foot truck bed or around 125 square feet of surface area.
Why Choose Raptor Bed Liner?
Raptor Bed Liner is not only used for truck beds – it can protect wheels, bumpers, chassis parts, trailers, work tools, ATV components, and even entire vehicle bodies. Some people coat their boat floors, shop floors, garage steps, or metal furniture with Raptor due to its rugged, long-lasting performance.
Its flexibility, ease of use, and affordability make it one of the most trusted coatings in the automotive aftermarket.
FAQs
Yes. Raptor Bed Liner is known for being extremely durable, cost-effective, and easy to apply. When used as intended, it offers one of the strongest protective coatings available for truck beds and other surfaces.
You only need primer if you have sanded the surface down to bare metal. If there is already a coated or painted surface, you can scuff it lightly and apply Raptor without additional priming.
Clean it using a wax-free degreaser and a soft brush or cloth. Avoid harsh polishing or sanding unless you intend to recoat the surface.
Yes. The tintable version allows you to mix almost any automotive paint tint to match your vehicle. This is ideal for full-body coatings or color-matched bed protection.
Absolutely. Raptor can be rolled or brushed on, and this method often produces a slightly rougher texture ideal for high-wear areas.
If you’re ready to upgrade your truck bed or protect your vehicle’s surfaces, Auto Vehicle Parts offers a full range of high-quality Raptor Bed Liner kits and automotive parts for virtually all models. Whether you’re working on a restoration or starting a DIY project, Raptor is a protective solution built to last.
