The Following are answers to some of our most frequently
asked questions. If you have a question,
you don't see addressed here, call us at
732-240-6667.Because of staffing limitations,
we currently cannot address customer service
issues via e-mail.
Q: What additional Auto body supplies do I need to paint my car besides the auto paint?
A: At a minimum, you will need a acrylic reducer. You can purchase this from us by clicking here or from a local auto supplies store. Acrylic Hardener, clear coat and primer may be required depending on the results you are looking to achieve and the condition of your vehicle. See our products description page for specific information on these additional supplies.
Q:
What is the mixture ratio with reducer and
hardeners on your clear coat?
A: As with all our car paints, the ratio for reducer is 4 to 1, meaning for every 4 oz's of clear or auto paint, add 1 oz of acrylic reducer. If using an acrylic hardener, add 1 oz of hardener to every 8 oz's of clear.
Q: Do I need a clear coat?
A:
For show quality results a clear coat is
recommended. Keep in mind, acrylic enamel
is a gloss paint. Clear coat will enhance
the glossy appearance of the color coat.
For projects (work trucks, used cars, etc.)
where cost is a major concern, buyers may
wish to forego purchasing the clear coat.
Q:
$35 seems very cheap for a gallon of auto
paint. How can you sell it for such a low
price?
A:
Unlike many supply shops, we deal directly
with the manufacturer. By eliminating the
middleman, we can sell at prices your local
supplier can't.
Q: I've sprayed several cars before, what brand would you compare to?
A:
Our customers compare us to brands costing
triple our price including Centari, PPG
and Dupont.
Q:
Do you custom mix colors and do you have
other colors available?
A:
We do not custom mix colors. We are working
on adding colors, when and if they are available,
they will be listed on ebay and added to
this site.
Q:
I have left over supplies from my last car
paint job, can I use them with your paint?
A:
Generally speaking, any supplies designed
specifically for acrylic enamels will work
with our automotive paints.
Questions about
clear coat
We have received quite a bit of e-mails
from folks asking us about our acrylic clear
coat and clear coat in general. Presented
below are our most frequently asked questions
about clear coat.
Q: Is acrylic enamel clear coat mandatory
on your line of acrylic enamel auto paints?
A: No, it is not mandatory. Unlike urethane
two stage paint jobs, acrylic enamel auto
paints dry to a gloss finish by themselves.
However, for unsurpassed gloss and depth,
where you are trying to achieve "show quality"
results, a clear coat is recommended.
examples:
Q:
"I'm painting a work truck, and am trying
to paint the truck as inexpensively as possible,
should I get the clear coat?
A:
No, you probably shouldn't get the clear
coat.
Q:
We're doing a frame off restoration on a
1968 Pontiac GTO and want the highest quality
results possible in terms of appearance.
Should I get the clear coat?
A:
On a job like this, a clear coat sprayed
over the color coat will result in show
quality results. You should get the clear.
Q:
What is the mixture ratio with reducer and
hardeners on your clear coat?
A:
As with all our car paints, the ratio for
reducer is 4 to 1, meaning for every 4 oz's
of clear or auto paint, add 1 oz of acrylic
reducer. If using an acrylic hardener, add
1 oz of hardener to every 8 oz's of clear.
Q:
What brand and types of products are compatible
with your clear coat and or automotive paints?
A: Generally speaking all products (acrylic reducer and acrylic hardener) used with our acrylic clear coat and car paints should be specifically for acrylic enamels.
Questions about Acrylic
lacquer Auto paints
Q: What is the mixture ratio with Lacquer Thinner for your Acrylic Lacquer Auto paints?
A:
Our Acrylic Lacquer Auto paints can be
reduced within a range of 4 to 1 to 2
to 1.
Q:
What is the flash time on your line of
Acrylic Lacquer automotive paints?
A:
Flash time on the Acrylic Lacquer
auto paints is usually in 15 minutes.
Q:
What is the difference between the Acrylic
Enamel auto paints and Acrylic LAcquer
auto paints?
A:
Acrylic lacquer paints have been largely
discontinued by most manufacturers. Acrylic
Lacquer auto paint, is primarily for antique
or classic car restorations, where the
highest possible gloss and shine is desired.
Acrylic Lacquer auto paints also will
not have the durability of acrylic enamels
or urethane auto paints. For this reason,
we recommend the Acrylic Lacquer paints
for garage kept vehicles that see limited
use. Our Acrylic enamel auto paints, will
have more durability than the Acrylic
Lacquers, and will have a slightly less
glossier finish. Please also note that
buffing out the finished paint job when
using Acrylic Lacquer auto paints is required.
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