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Riverside, California, USA

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Painted Rhino is a leading custom fiberglass fabrication and composite parts manufacturing company based in California, serving nationwide. With decades of experience, this family-owned company has grown from a garage startup into an award-winning fabrication enterprise. Founded by Ryan Franklin, Painted Rhino transforms rough sketches and bold ideas into tangible works of art, bringing thousands of iconic projects to life. From full-scale replicas to life-size models, and from ground effects kits for Ford Motor Company to supplying fiberglass for double-decker buses, Painted Rhino has expanded into new markets, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in fiberglass and plastic fabrication. The company's mission is to foster a tight-knit culture of creativity, taking products from conception to completion and producing them in volume. With a team that knows manufacturing inside and out, Painted Rhino works with clients to meet their unique needs, utilizing techniques such as vacuum forming and thermoforming to create products with precision and efficiency. Whether it's small, intricate parts or large, complex structures, Painted Rhino has the expertise to bring any vision to life. With a commitment to speed, quality, and total dedication to client needs, Painted Rhino has established itself as a trusted partner across many industries. From the entertainment industry to automotive and beyond, Painted Rhino's work can be seen in iconic projects such as the space shuttle replica at Kennedy Space Center and the life-size TIE and X-wing Starfighters at Disneyland. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Painted Rhino continues to grow and expand its services, always striving to exceed client expectations and push the limits of what is possible in the world of fiberglass and composite manufacturing.

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Gwendolyn Pritchard

June 06, 2025

★☆☆☆☆ 1/5
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A Galaxy of Unfulfilled Promises: Painted Rhino Falls Short

As a long-time enthusiast of innovative manufacturing, I was thrilled to collaborate with Painted Rhino on a custom project. Unfortunately, my experience was a resounding disappointment. Despite their impressive portfolio and family-owned charm, the reality of working with Painted Rhino is a tale of unmet deadlines, subpar communication, and a general lack of attention to detail. The initial excitement of seeing my design come to life was quickly replaced by frustration as weeks turned into months with little progress. When I finally received my product, it was riddled with imperfections and lacked the precision I had been promised. For a company that touts its commitment to 'speed, quality, and total dedication to client needs,' Painted Rhino's execution was woefully inadequate. Perhaps the glamour of working on high-profile projects like the space shuttle replica at Kennedy Space Center or the life-size TIE and X-wing Starfighters at Disneyland has led them to overlook the needs of smaller, yet equally passionate, clients like myself. Whatever the reason, my experience with Painted Rhino was a costly lesson in the importance of vigilance and clear communication in the manufacturing process. Until they address these systemic issues, I would caution potential clients to approach with skepticism and a healthy dose of patience. One star from me, and that's being generous.

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