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SPMFAQ SPM Frequently Asked Questions What's SPM? Sound Proofing peel and stick tiles designed specifically for sailboat auxiliary diesel engine compartments. Great for Gen-Sets too! What's involved? Have you ever put peel and stick tiles down on a kitchen floor? That's what's involved. Even a complete numbskull can soundproof his engine compartment with SPM in an afternoon. You won't believe your ears, or the tachometer for that matter. See our EASY INSTALLATION PAGE. Why does it work so well? It's simple. We designed a product using the latest technology developed for the trucking industry and modified it to suit the marine environment. The next step was to make it user friendly and easy to install in a cruising sailboat. That's where the one-foot tile squares and the peel and stick idea came in. How does it work? A hard 1/8" dense polymer barrier disrupts loud engine noises canceling some and reflecting some more. A 1" limp sound absorbing semi-closed cell foam absorbs the rest. The inside surface is laminated with a tough & durable finish. It's easy to clean and can take considerable abuse. The outside surface is coated with a very aggressive peel and stick adhesive designed for fiberglass, wood or metal. Once it's stuck on your grease-free surface it's on for good. Why is SPM soundproofing better then any other marine soundproofing? SPM is one whole heck of a lot easier to install. There is virtually no cutting waste You can buy what you need with our convenient sizes. If you make a mistake you didn't ruin the job. You can probably use that tile elsewhere. You don't have to do the whole job in one shot. Do the loudest most annoying areas first. SPM's hard but flexible surface holds up extremely well to engine room abuse and will not tear SPM sound proofing tiles are "quiet as all get out" (up to 90% noise reduction throughout the diesel engine range) Each tile has a mass of 1.44 pounds and is 1.125" thick SPM is made of the highest quality materials available at any price Can I cut SPM tiles? Yes, SPM cuts with a good scissors or a utility knife. Mark, check your fit, peel & stick. You'll be done in no time Does SPM bend around curved surfaces? Yes, SPM tiles are flexible around curves to a radius of 3" What about overhead areas, do I need to mechanically fasten the tiles? Not usually. SPM uses an extremely aggressive adhesive that has stood the test of time under-hood in cross-country trucks. Make sure your surface is clean and in good condition. If not use #8 1.1/4 stainless screws if there is a problem area. Since SPM is a hard surface you can screw into it if need be without special "hangers". Is it possible to order SPM tiles individually? Yes, start with one of our kits. If you need more just drop us an e-mail. We will ship the exact number of additional tiles at the same price / tile. Do I need to use tape? Do I need to tape the seams? No tape is needed since SPM tiles are cut exactly square. The seams butt up against each other and look professional. Need to talk to a technical expert? Please feel free to call us at 888-884-SAIL(7245). Featured Items Signal Mate2NM BiColor Bow Light with adjustable mounting bracket An excellent LED Bow light. Easy to mount Made in USA! $209.95 Wireless 12 Volt DC Remote Switch Use the same technology that unlocks your car door to turn your deck lights on before you board from up to 75 Yards away - Makes boarding easier and safer! $39.00 Small Soundproofing Kit - 12 tiles typical 28' boat engine compartment (1 inch X 1 foot X 1 foot tiles) New and improved with fiberglass reinforced reflective surface! You're going to love the quiet motoring! $124.52 SCAD Sensibulb™ LED Light - LED cabin light bulb replacement Made in USA! Jan '09 Practical Sailor's Highest Lumen Output!The Brightest output LED system, pleasing color, broad focus, very low battery draw. Fits into vertical and horizontal fixtures! Zero radio interference! $24.95 Outdoor Collapsible Solar Lantern. Luci Outdoor 2.0 $19.95 Signal Mate 3 NM LED Anchor Light Compact and rugged Designed for many years of operation. Mounting bracket included Made in USA! $189.95 Razor sharp HOOKNIFE clears lines fast! Hook and pull action slices entangled lines from your prop or rudder! NOT CURRENTLY STOCKED. Please see our new longer Hooknife in stock here: Hooknife 2 $84.95 Signal Mate 3 NM LED Anchor Light with Photocell that Turns light on at Dusk and off at Dawn Compact and rugged Designed for many years of operation Made in USA! $219.95

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