Case Study · A Partnership That Sealed Success
Two brothers wanted to take their rubberized sealant from a niche online product to a household name recognized across the country. It became a 12-year partnership.
The Challenge
In 2011, two brothers, Phil and Alan Swift, set out to change the home improvement landscape with their innovative rubberized sealants, tapes, and adhesives under the Flex Seal brand. While they had been quietly marketing their products online in the late ’90s and early 2000s, the Swift brothers had much bigger aspirations—they wanted to create a direct response television (DRTV) commercial that would elevate their brand to new heights.
The challenge was to transition Flex Seal from a niche online product into a household name recognized across the country. They needed a media partner capable of not only launching their first product effectively but also supporting the brand’s growth as they expanded into a family of products.
The Solution
Phil Swift’s search for the right media partner led him to Diray Media, and from their first meeting, it was clear that a powerful partnership was born. Diray Media specialized in go-to-market performance strategies tailored to launch innovations like Flex Seal.
Diray Media quickly devised a comprehensive go-to-market strategy centered on engaging infomercials featuring Phil Swift as the dynamic spokesperson. The commercials showcased Flex Seal’s versatility in solving everyday problems, often in humorous scenarios that captivated audiences. This approach turned Phil Swift into an instantly recognizable personality and a trusted face for the brand.
Our partnership with Flex Seal was about more than just launching a single product. As Flex Seal grew, so did their lineup of innovative solutions, including Flex Paste, Flex Glue, and Flex Tape. Diray Media’s strategic media placements ensured that each new product received maximum exposure, reinforcing Flex Seal’s brand identity and driving consumer demand.
Diray Media secured prime placements on major networks and during high-profile events like the NFL, MLB, Discovery Shark Week, and the Olympics, ensuring Flex Seal reached millions of households. We also expanded Flex Seal’s reach through popular podcasts like The Howard Stern Show, creating an omnichannel presence that kept the brand top-of-mind for consumers.
Over time, Flex Seal’s advertising investment expanded dramatically. What began as a small-scale test evolved into a powerful, full-scale campaign. Diray Media’s ability to adapt and scale alongside Flex Seal’s growing product lineup played a key role in establishing the brand as a dominant force in the industry.
Measured Results
Household Name
Flex Seal became the #1 sealing solution brand, with a spokesperson that Americans everywhere recognize and trust.
Return on Ad Spend
Performance-driven media placements delivered an 8:1 return on ad spend across the campaign.
Product Expansion
From a single product to a full suite of sealing solutions, including Flex Paste, Flex Glue, and Flex Tape.
The Takeaway
The journey of Flex Seal, guided by Diray Media, is a story of vision, innovation, and unwavering partnership. From helping launch Flex Seal’s first product to supporting the growth of a full suite of sealing solutions, Diray Media played a pivotal role in turning Flex Seal into a billion-dollar brand. Our expertise in performance-driven marketing and commitment to Flex Seal’s success transformed the company into a household name.
For over 12 years, Diray Media has been more than just a media partner to Flex Seal—we’ve been a part of their family. Together, we built a brand legacy grounded in trust, results, humor, and innovation, creating not just a successful business, but friendships for life.
Published case study: diraymedia.com/portfolio/driving-growth-flex-seal