Custom Creative Car Paint – Candy, Metallic & Effects

Custom Creative Car Paint – Candy, Metallic & Effects

Looking for finishes that turn heads? Our custom car paint collection brings pro-grade color and chemistry to custom cars, bikes, helmets, RC bodies, and show projects. Whether you’re building a deep candy layer, shooting bold fluorescents, or dialing in a sleek metallic base, this page gathers the systems and accessories you need in one place—curated for dependable results and smooth spray performance.

What you’ll find in this collection

From first coat to final gloss, this collection is organized to help you work faster and smarter. You’ll see convenient sub-collections that group compatible products and effects so you can shop by finish:

• Solid Base Coats – High-coverage foundation colors designed for strong adhesion and consistent opacity. Ideal under pearls, candies, and effects.
• Kandy Colors – Transparent dyes that deliver that classic deep, wet look. Layer over a bright metallic base (silver or gold) to unlock intense depth.
• Metallics & Pearls – From fine aluminum flake to pearlized shimmer, these bases create sparkle, flop, and light play that shine under clear.
• Fluorescents – High-visibility neons that pop in daylight and under UV. Best over bright white base coats with multiple light passes.
• Special Effects – Color-shift, chrome-style, marble, rust, patina and other creative surfaces for one-of-a-kind finishes.
• Clears & Additives – Urethane clears, hardeners, reducers, intercoat clears, and binders for flow, durability, and gloss control.

You’ll also find compatible primers, surface cleaners, strainers, mixing cups, and spray-out cards to keep your workflow clean and consistent.

Why choose these systems

Automotive finishing is about chemistry as much as color. The products in this collection are formulated for predictable spray behavior—fine atomization, smooth leveling, and excellent inter-coat adhesion—when used with the recommended reducers and clears. That means fewer surprises on larger panels and a more professional result on helmets, fairings, and trim pieces.

Color accuracy & depth
Metallics and pearls provide a bright, uniform sparkle that reads clean even in thin coats. Layer custom car paint candies over those metallics to build the signature deep, liquid look that changes with viewing angle.

Durability you can trust
Paired with the correct 2K clear and hardener, these finishes stand up to handling, weather, fuel splashes, and regular cleaning—ideal for bikes and daily-driven customs.

Airbrush to spray gun friendly
Most products reduce easily for detail work and scale projects, while still covering efficiently through mini-jet and full-size guns for panels and tanks. Follow the tech sheets for reducer ratios and tip sizes.

Practical tips for better results

Before you start, plan your stack: substrate prep → primer → base (metallic/solid) → effect (pearl/candy/fluoro) → intercoat clear if needed → 2K clear.

• Prep & prime: Degrease thoroughly. Use an appropriate primer for metal, plastic, or existing finishes and sand smooth to P800–P1000 for base coats.
• Build light, even passes: Especially with custom car paint candies and fluorescents—sneak up on coverage to avoid blotching and tiger striping. Spray test cards first.
• Mind your base: A bright metallic silver or gold under candy colors dramatically affects the final tone—test combos to pick your favorite depth and warmth.
• Reduce correctly: Use the brand-matched reducer for temperature and gun setup. Proper reduction improves atomization and flow while minimizing orange peel.
• Lock effects with intercoat: A quick intercoat clear protects delicate layers (flakes, pearls, graphics) before masking or applying more effects.
• Finish strong: Apply the specified 2K clear for gloss and protection. Follow flash times between coats and allow full cure before polishing.

Suggested pairings

• Graphics & masking: Fine line tapes, masking films, and stencil sets help create crisp designs under clear.
• Sanding & polishing: Use finishing abrasives and compounds to flatten dust nibs, then polish to a mirror gloss.
• Safety: Urethane systems require a proper respirator, gloves, and ventilation. Always review the product’s safety data and technical sheets.

When you’re ready to experiment, start small—spray sample spoons or panels to dial in reduction, distance, and number of coats. Keep notes on base color, reducer ratio, and gun setup so you can repeat the exact look across parts or repairs.

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