Ask The Expert: Optimizing Plastic Bumper Repairs

Steve Bach, Product Specialist at Seymour Paint, describes modern collision repair techniques and proper preparation procedures for using 2K adhesives and seam sealers.
Sept. 24, 2025

Collision repair centers are often challenged with improving efficiency and reducing overall material waste. In recent years, the use of 2K adhesives has helped the collision repair industry by offering stronger bonding potential and flexibility for use on different types of materials. This, coupled with self-mixing cartridge systems, can offer a solution to the challenge surrounding material waste and improve overall collision center output. 

This edition of Ask The Expert will cover key attributes of 2K adhesives as well as useful tips for plastic bumper repair. Steve Bach, Product Specialist at Seymour Paint, describes modern collision repair techniques and proper preparation procedures for using 2K adhesives and seam sealers. He will also expand on the unique features of Seymour’s Duramix® cartridge system and repair materials, and the importance of automotive adhesive safety.

Whether a collision center’s goal is to reduce the amount of time spent on plastic bumper repairs or optimize the amount of material used on each, there are various solutions that 2K adhesive products can offer. Read on to answer any questions about 2K adhesives and their role in plastic bumper repair. 

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