Custom Painted Fire Hydrant
A custom painted and restored Fire Hydrant that had served its time.
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The Xbox 360 Controller is an ABS plastic and gets prepared like any other plastic. The Controller is cleaned and scuffed, then washed with a plastic cleaner and sprayed with a plastic primer. It should be prepared the same way even if you chose to use an aerosol paint.This video of how to paint an…
Mazda 46G Machine Grey Metallic
A new set of colors using a leafing aluminum flake has recently gained popularity in the refinishing community, with Mazda 46G, Machine Grey Metallic being one of the most sought-after shades. However, it’s worth noting that this is not the only color using this flake – Mercedes has used the same flake in their Alubeam…
Color Tinting Tips
Tinting color is the last thing any painter wants to be doing and on days where your paint booth is already backlogged five cars, it can be hard to even find the time. With so many variables impacting the colors you need to match, it’s inevitable that sooner or later you will run into a…
How to Paint an Xbox One Controller
An Xbox One Controller is a thermosetting plastic and requires a bit of prep work to ensure proper adhesion. Like any plastic, particular attention should be paid to cleaning and making sure it is primed with a suitable coating before applying any paint. Product suggestions are listed below each step for assistance. Step 1 e…
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