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How to paint a car body with a smooth color gradient – instructions with base hardener

Car paint in a spray can

Car paint in a spray can is a practical solution for DIY body repairs. Before painting, the surface is cleaned, degreased, and primed. The paint should be applied in thin layers, allowing time for drying. A clear coat is used for protection and shine. It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions, work in a well-ventilated area, and wear protective equipment.

Select car paint online – Car paint selection program

You can choose your car paint online for free using the Autocolors car paint shop service. The car paint selection program allows you to

• to determine the paint based on the VIN;
• select the paint according to the vehicle brand;
• to select the car paint by name;
• to determine the paint by color.

The car paint selection program is very easy to use – you enter your vehicle's data and get the results. The car paint search, especially when performed by VIN, provides the result for determining the "original" vehicle color, taking into account paint effects such as metallic, xeramic, and pearlescent.

Zinc spray primer is the most popular zinc coating for local automotive repairs today. Fast-drying primers with a high content of fine, liquid zinc provide rapid corrosion protection and are resistant to automotive chemicals, solvents, gasoline, saline solutions, and weathering.

The popularity of zinc spray cans lies in both the necessary corrosion protection for vehicles and their ease of application for spot repairs. Zinc primer in a spray can can be used both as a base for a subsequent paint job and on its own – for example, as a temporary measure while the vehicle or a component awaits a complete paint job in the workshop. In any case, this type of corrosion protection helps preserve metal parts and components better than if the vehicle were used or parked without a protective zinc coating.

The choice of car paint depends on the type of coating and the vehicle owner's requirements. The most popular types are acrylic paints, epoxy resins, polyurethane paints, metallic car paints (metallic and pearl), and chameleon paints. Each of them has its own advantages and application characteristics. For example, acrylic paints are ideal for the car body, epoxy paints provide corrosion protection, and paints with a metallic or chameleon effect require a special clear coat. Paint selection can also be simplified by using the vehicle's VIN code to select the right shade.

Range of painting products from Thunder Paint

Paint for tinting headlights

Professional headlight tinting paint in aerosol format – a practical solution for changing the color of vehicle lighting. It creates a semi-transparent glossy or matte finish and protects headlights from moisture, UV rays, and mechanical damage. Easy to apply – clean the surface, degrease it, and apply 1-2 coats with drying time. Available in various colors.