VFI®-544 Qwik Spray Bedliner

VFI®-544 Qwik Spray Bedliner

VFI-544 Qwik Spray Bedliner is a fast setting, 100% solids, polyurea hybrid bedliner that works in conjunction with the Qwik Spray System. It provides truck beds with a durable and watertight layer of protection. As a cartridge system, it allows new applicators the ability to spray while still providing the same long-lasting quality and high properties as a high-pressure spray. VFI-544 has been through long-term, real-life testing to prove it is durable under environmental strain. While strong, the coating also maintains flexibility, protecting the surface from wear to lengthen its life. 

VFI-544 Qwik Spray Bedliner from VFI is a polyurea hybrid coating for new applicators that want the long-lasting durability of a high-pressure bedliner.

Features & Benefits

  • Formulated for maximum impact and abrasion resistance
  • Superior slip and skid resistant from cargo movement
  • Delivers watertight seal for superior rust and corrosion protection
  • Eliminates vibration noise and offers sound dampening capabilities
  • Extended protection from wear while still maintaining flexibility
  • Cartridges designed for use with VFI®-7500 Qwik Spray Gun
  • GS-15 Static Mix Tip is standard, but other static mix tips are available upon request

Instructions for Use:  

Surface Preparation 

Before spraying VFI-544 Qwik Spray Bedliner, all surfaces must be free of any oils, dirt, or films that may affect adhesion. When spraying a truck bed, remove all hardware within the bed that you don’t want to be sprayed. The tailgate can also be removed and sprayed separately from the rest of the truck bed. Clean all surfaces with acetone or MEK and allow the cleaning agents to dry.  

Use wire tape for clean-cut lines and to define the edges of the bed liner. Place the wire on the inside and the tape on the outside of the cut line. Masking tape and plastic sheets can be used to cover all other areas that need protection from overspray. 

Once all surfaces are covered, scuff all areas to be sprayed with a wire cup brush sander or 40-grit sandpaper. Avoid sanding to bare metal, as this can affect the adhesion of the bed liner, causing it to peel over time. After scuffing, use acetone or MEK again to clean the surfaces and allow them to dry before spraying.  

While primers aren’t recommended on properly prepared metal surfaces, they can be used to increase adhesion on other surfaces. VFI offers a handful of approved epoxy and urethane primers for just about any surface, including VFI-#11, VFI-1016, and VFI-1017. The primer chosen will depend on the application.  

Application 

The Qwik Spray System does not need special training to operate. VFI-544 requires a plural component VFI-7500 Qwik Spray Applicator Gun with dual 750 mL cylinders. To operate the gun, you will need an air compressor that can provide dry air and a minimum of 10 CFM at 100 PSI of constant pressure. Ensure you are in a well-ventilated area before spraying, and wear the proper PPE, including an approved respirator. 

The material should be brought to a minimum of 75°F before use. Mixing is not required unless the material is visibly separated, and if so, the cartridge should be shaken until uniform. The temperature should be between 40°F – 100°F during use. The cure speed will increase if the temperature passes 72°F. Once you start spraying, you cannot stop, so carefully plan your spray pattern ahead of time for even distribution. Start with the vertical side and back panels and work down toward the end of the truck bed.  

To use VFI-544, connect the Qwik Spray applicator to a dry air source. Keep the cartridge vertical with the label facing up when loading it into the gun. Start by spraying onto a disposable surface to ensure the material is adequately mixed. VFI recommends spraying at 80 mils for the best results. Do not stop your spray pattern until the cartridge is empty. Once the cartridge is almost used, spray onto a disposable surface to keep off-ratio material from getting onto the truck bed. 

To apply texture, spray over but not directly onto the surface until the desired finish is achieved. Allow the material to set for at least 20 minutes before removing the tape and plastic. To remove the wire tape, pull at a 45-degree angle toward the sprayed surface. Once cured, it is ready for light use in as little as 4 hours and full use in 24 hours. Allow 5 days for full cure.   

Qwik Spray Coverage Chart

10 sqft15 sqft20 sqft25 sqft30 sqft35 sqft40 sqft45 sqft50 sqft60 sqft70 sqft80 sqft90 sqft
1 tube60 mil40 mil
2 tubes120 mil80 mil60 mil48 mil40 mil
3 tubes120 mil90 mil72 mil60 mil51 mil45 mil40 mil
4 tubes120 mil96 mil80 mil69 mil60 mil53 mil48 mil40 mil
5 tubes120 mil100 mil86 mil75 mil67 mil60 mil50 mil43 mil
6 tubes120 mil103 mil90 mil80 mil72 mil60 mil51 mil45 mil40 mil

Cleanup  

A feature that makes the Qwik Spray System so desirable is easy cleanup. Simply disconnect the disposable cartridges from the air-atomizing gun tip, remove them from the applicator frame, and throw them away. If there is residue on the gun or other equipment, use xylene or MEK before it sets. Never soak the gun in any cleaning solvent.  

Safety  

*Always read the safety data sheet before working with chemicals 

Use chemicals only as directed and for their intended purpose. Do not dispose of chemicals down the drain. Most chemicals must be disposed of as hazardous waste. 

PPE to avoid all unnecessary exposure:  

  • Eye protection – wear safety glasses and any additional eye protection as necessary 
  • Hand protection – wear chemically resistant protective gloves (nitrile, butyl, or neoprene) 
  • Skin and body protection – wear suitable protective clothing 
  • Respiratory protection – in case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product, and the safe working limits of the selected respirator 

Product Limitations  

The A side contains isocyanate, which can irritate the skin and be toxic if inhaled. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and repeated skin contact by wearing the proper personal protection equipment, including an approved respirator.  

  • Incompatible materials – A side: strong bases, acids, alcohols, amines, and water. B side: oxidizers 
  • Conditions to avoid – heat and incompatible materials 
  • Chemical stability – stable under normal storage conditions  
  • Reactivity & hazardous reactions – no dangerous reaction known under normal use 
  • Hazardous decomposition products – may include, and are not limited to, oxides of carbon. Also, oxides of nitrogen and isocyanates for the A side  

Potential Health Hazards  

  • May cause stomach distress, nausea, or vomiting if swallowed. 
  • May cause respiratory tract irritation. A side components may also cause allergy or asthma symptoms and breathing difficulties.  
  • Causes skin irritation and sensitization: redness, edema, drying, defatting, and cracking of the skin. Repeated exposure to B side components can result in absorption through the skin, causing a significant health hazard. 
  • Causes serious eye irritation: discomfort, pain, excess blinking and tear production, marked redness, and swelling of the conjunctiva.  

*If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, seek medical assistance or attention. Call a poison control center or doctor if swallowed. 

Application Methods:

  • Qwick Spray Qwick Spray

Available Packaging:

  • Cartridge

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

VFI strives to keep our prices competitive, but it ultimately depends on the availability of raw materials and the materials used in the formula. Also, polyurea hybrids when compared to pure polyurea coatings provide a good balance of properties, moisture insensitivity, and price.

What happens if the bedliner is damaged? Is it repairable?

Yes, Volatile Free, Inc. offers a bedliner repair material called VFI-520 QS Bedliner Repair that you can use on scratches, blisters, and other damages. It can be applied by brush or injected using the VFI-7500 Qwik Spray Gun.

How to clean spray on bedliner?

Regularly remove dirt, debris, and other grime that has built up from use. You can use a hose or a pressure washer to clean the truck bed with soap and water. Avoid harsh chemicals that may damage the material.

How long do polyurea hybrid coatings last?

When applied correctly and regularly maintained, a spray on truck bedliner should last the entire life of the truck. If repair is needed, VFI offers a thickened polyurea hybrid as a repair material for scratches, gouges, and other blemishes.

Will the bedliner fade over time?

Yes. All VFI bedliners are aromatic, which means they are not UV-stable. If you want to maintain the color of your bedliner, you’ll need to apply a clear aliphatic top coat like VFI-2580.

How soon can the truck bed be used after spraying?

We recommend waiting at least 4 hours after application for light use of your truck bed and a full day (24 hours) before heavy-duty use. The bedliner will gain full strength and formulated properties 5 days after application.

How much material do I need to coat a truck bed?

When spraying VFI-544, we recommend using 6 cartridges (a full case). A full case is just under 2 gallons of material and gets you around 100 mils thick without any loss.

VFI-542 and VFI-543 can be ordered in drums or totes, so about 2 gallons from those containers will also coat one truck bed at around 100 mil thickness without any loss.

How thick should I apply the bedliner?

VFI recommends applying the material at a minimum of 80 mils for long-lasting results.

How long does it take to spray a truck bed?

It can take 2-4 hours to prepare the surface by sanding or priming, tape off areas you don’t want material to get onto, and then spray the truck bed.

Do I need a primer?

Primers are usually not required on properly prepared metal surfaces. Scuff the areas you are coating with a wire cup brush sander or 40-grit sandpaper. If you need a primer, VFI recommends either VFI-1016 Steel Primer or VFI-1017 Porous Surface Primer.

What surface prep is required before applying spray on bedliner?

The surface must be cleaned with acetone before application. Tape up the truck bed with wire trim tape and shield surfaces from overspray with plastic or paper sheets. Scuff sand the area you are coating with a wire cup brush sander or 40-grit sandpaper. Primers are usually not required if the metal is properly prepared.

What temperature should I use the material at?

VFI spray on bedliners must be sprayed between 40°F and 100°F. The cure speed of the material will increase if the temperature passes 72°F.

Does your spray on bedliner come in different colors?

VFI high-pressure, low-pressure, and Qwik Spray bedliners can be pigmented. The premium colors offered are light gray, red, blue, pewter, yellow, and green. These materials are not UV color stable and require an aliphatic top coat like VFI-2580 to prevent fading.

What kind of packaging do your bedliners come in?

For our high pressure bedliner, it can be purchased in drums or totes. The low pressure bedliner can be purchased in pails, drums or totes. The Qwik Spray formula comes in cartridges with 6 cartridges per case.

Is high pressure material better than low pressure material?

While some manufacturers will tell you that high pressure is better than low pressure bedliners, they both perform as expected. Our low-pressure spray bedliner is an economical option with a lower hardness (40 A) and a slightly slower cure than our high-pressure version. It may provide a slightly thicker texture, better for skid resistance. Either version will still provide the same quality and durability.

What are the application options for your bedliner?

VFI spray on bedliner comes in three formulas: high pressure, low pressure, and Qwik Spray for different processing needs.

Does the spray on truck bedliner withstand temperature extremes?

VFI bedliners offer extended protection from wear in extreme temperatures while maintaining flexibility to prevent cracking. They also form a seamless membrane to keep water from penetrating the surface, preventing rust and corrosion.

How are spray in bedliners better than drop in liners?

Spray in bedliners offer more durability than drop in liners. Drop in liners have to frequently be replaced because they crack, break, and warp over time. Spray in bedliners are an almost permanent solution to protect your truck bed. They form a seamless film over the prepared metal to keep out dirt, debris, moisture, and other contaminants. They are more likely to last the entire lifetime of your truck.

What is the difference between an aliphatic and aromatic bedliner?

Aliphatic bedliners are UV stable and will not fade over time, while aromatic bedliners will fade and chalk over time when in direct sunlight. Most bedliner on the market are aromatic, but VFI offers a clear aliphatic top coat to prevent color fading and degradation.

What is your spray on bedliner made of?

VFI’s bedliners are a cost-effective blend of both polyurethane and polyurea. They offer the best characteristics of each material, including properties, cost, and moisture sensitivity.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

VFI strives to keep our prices competitive, but it ultimately depends on the availability of raw materials and the materials used in the formula. Also, polyurea hybrids when compared to pure polyurea coatings provide a good balance of properties, moisture insensitivity, and price.

What happens if the bedliner is damaged? Is it repairable?

Yes, Volatile Free, Inc. offers a bedliner repair material called VFI-520 QS Bedliner Repair that you can use on scratches, blisters, and other damages. It can be applied by brush or injected using the VFI-7500 Qwik Spray Gun.

How to clean spray on bedliner?

Regularly remove dirt, debris, and other grime that has built up from use. You can use a hose or a pressure washer to clean the truck bed with soap and water. Avoid harsh chemicals that may damage the material.

How long do polyurea hybrid coatings last?

When applied correctly and regularly maintained, a spray on truck bedliner should last the entire life of the truck. If repair is needed, VFI offers a thickened polyurea hybrid as a repair material for scratches, gouges, and other blemishes.

Will the bedliner fade over time?

Yes. All VFI bedliners are aromatic, which means they are not UV-stable. If you want to maintain the color of your bedliner, you’ll need to apply a clear aliphatic top coat like VFI-2580.

How soon can the truck bed be used after spraying?

We recommend waiting at least 4 hours after application for light use of your truck bed and a full day (24 hours) before heavy-duty use. The bedliner will gain full strength and formulated properties 5 days after application.

How much material do I need to coat a truck bed?

When spraying VFI-544, we recommend using 6 cartridges (a full case). A full case is just under 2 gallons of material and gets you around 100 mils thick without any loss.

VFI-542 and VFI-543 can be ordered in drums or totes, so about 2 gallons from those containers will also coat one truck bed at around 100 mil thickness without any loss.

How thick should I apply the bedliner?

VFI recommends applying the material at a minimum of 80 mils for long-lasting results.

How long does it take to spray a truck bed?

It can take 2-4 hours to prepare the surface by sanding or priming, tape off areas you don’t want material to get onto, and then spray the truck bed.

Do I need a primer?

Primers are usually not required on properly prepared metal surfaces. Scuff the areas you are coating with a wire cup brush sander or 40-grit sandpaper. If you need a primer, VFI recommends either VFI-1016 Steel Primer or VFI-1017 Porous Surface Primer.

What surface prep is required before applying spray on bedliner?

The surface must be cleaned with acetone before application. Tape up the truck bed with wire trim tape and shield surfaces from overspray with plastic or paper sheets. Scuff sand the area you are coating with a wire cup brush sander or 40-grit sandpaper. Primers are usually not required if the metal is properly prepared.

What temperature should I use the material at?

VFI spray on bedliners must be sprayed between 40°F and 100°F. The cure speed of the material will increase if the temperature passes 72°F.

Does your spray on bedliner come in different colors?

VFI high-pressure, low-pressure, and Qwik Spray bedliners can be pigmented. The premium colors offered are light gray, red, blue, pewter, yellow, and green. These materials are not UV color stable and require an aliphatic top coat like VFI-2580 to prevent fading.

What kind of packaging do your bedliners come in?

For our high pressure bedliner, it can be purchased in drums or totes. The low pressure bedliner can be purchased in pails, drums or totes. The Qwik Spray formula comes in cartridges with 6 cartridges per case.

Is high pressure material better than low pressure material?

While some manufacturers will tell you that high pressure is better than low pressure bedliners, they both perform as expected. Our low-pressure spray bedliner is an economical option with a lower hardness (40 A) and a slightly slower cure than our high-pressure version. It may provide a slightly thicker texture, better for skid resistance. Either version will still provide the same quality and durability.

What are the application options for your bedliner?

VFI spray on bedliner comes in three formulas: high pressure, low pressure, and Qwik Spray for different processing needs.

Does the spray on truck bedliner withstand temperature extremes?

VFI bedliners offer extended protection from wear in extreme temperatures while maintaining flexibility to prevent cracking. They also form a seamless membrane to keep water from penetrating the surface, preventing rust and corrosion.

How are spray in bedliners better than drop in liners?

Spray in bedliners offer more durability than drop in liners. Drop in liners have to frequently be replaced because they crack, break, and warp over time. Spray in bedliners are an almost permanent solution to protect your truck bed. They form a seamless film over the prepared metal to keep out dirt, debris, moisture, and other contaminants. They are more likely to last the entire lifetime of your truck.

What is the difference between an aliphatic and aromatic bedliner?

Aliphatic bedliners are UV stable and will not fade over time, while aromatic bedliners will fade and chalk over time when in direct sunlight. Most bedliner on the market are aromatic, but VFI offers a clear aliphatic top coat to prevent color fading and degradation.

What is your spray on bedliner made of?

VFI’s bedliners are a cost-effective blend of both polyurethane and polyurea. They offer the best characteristics of each material, including properties, cost, and moisture sensitivity.