A common trend in color matching from OEM is the use of translucent colors. Translucent colors are made up of both the color of the undercoat and a transparent color overtop of it. Commonly, you will use a shade of grey first as either a primer or basecoat, followed by the transparent color coating of your…
Taking a break from cars for a few paint jobs we ready to have some fun painting some PS4 Controllers, one with a Fortnite (video game) theme, and another with inspired by Rick and Morty. Here are the two videos: To prepare these controllers for paint, it needs to be cleaned and…
Watch as we jump into the booth with Gabriel Merino, creator of the Motivated Painters movement! Painting a red metallic in one of the largest, premier shops in Canada.
Check out this awesome custom painted Dragon Ball Z car by Keegan Defrance!
Have a look at this bumper repair and match on a tri-coat white.
I’ve been using UV primer for years and often found them to be a very effective tool for increasing production. It seems UV techology is changing rapidly and it has been taken to an entirely new level with the launch of the SPDI curing system. Have a look!
Hydro dipping, also known as water transfer printing, is a process that allows you to transfer patterns and designs onto a variety of surfaces using water. It’s a popular method for adding unique and eye-catching finishes to everything from car parts and firearms to home decor and personal accessories. In this article, we’ll take a…
A three-stage paint, commonly referred to as a tri-coat, is a color that requires two separate basecoat application steps. For instance, a three-stage white would require the application of a solid white first, once dry, a transparent pearl coat is applied over top to give the color a sparkling effect. This transparent pearl coat is…
A Triumph TR6 restored and painted using Axalta Chromax Pro: