RAL 3020 Traffic Red - Standard Gloss - 5L

TuffCab is a tough, water-based coating developed specifically for loudspeaker cabinets, flightcases and similar equipment. It provides a hard-wearing professional finish suitable for new cabinet builds as well as refurbishment of existing enclosures.

• Traffic Red - RAL 3020
• Excellent coverage
• Apply by textured roller for the traditional TuffCab finish
• Different textures can be achieved by varying roller and application technique
• Suitable for plywood, MDF and other timber cabinet construction
• Water based and easy to apply
• Minor knocks and scratches can easily be touched up

Coverage

TuffCab offers very good coverage, although the amount required varies depending on the surface, number of coats, texture and application method.

Bare MDF, plywood and other absorbent timber surfaces will normally require at least two coats. The first coat generally uses more paint as it seals and covers the bare surface, while subsequent coats require less and help produce an even texture and finish.

When refurbishing cabinets with a sound existing painted surface, a single coat may often be sufficient to refresh the finish.

Bright Colours

Traffic Red gives the best bright, even result over a clean, light-coloured base. Dark surfaces, marks, wood grain and previous coatings may require additional coats.

On new cabinets, applying a coat of suitable white acrylic primer before TuffCab can improve coverage and help achieve a brighter, more consistent Traffic Red finish.

Product Information

New formulation: TuffCab manufactured from September 2026 replaces previous versions of the product. When matching or touching up older cabinets, allow for possible differences in colour, sheen and texture.

For preparation, application techniques and advice on achieving different textures, see our TuffCab Hints & Tips.