I use two types of marine grade HDPE plastic for the central hinged part of the panels I make.
I use “grip” plastic for the tailgate lids.
And “regular” texture for the side panels.
They are both UV resistant marine grade HDPE panels that are 0.5″ thick, very durable, impervious to everything, and technically even bulletproof. :-p
The “grip” is not an add-on material, it is a different type of plastic, and I use it as standard on the tailgate lids because it’s the best option. Originally started using it to provide traction for dogs that use the tailgate (the regular texture is treacherous for them) but I quickly found that iy is the best looking, most durable, easiest to keep clean option for use on the tailgates in general.
Most people prefer the grip when they see it in person, myself included, and that’s why it’s standard. I -can- make them custom with the regular texture plastic if you really want that for some reason.
The regular plastic is very minimal and clean looking with the side panels being an excellent application for it.
(as a side note please keep in mind that I am provided with sheets that only technically have one “good” side. The back/inside of the panels will have minor scrapes and scuffs from manufacturing and handling)
