Photoshop my car

[QldKev]

I'm in the process of repainting my berlina, and can't decide if I want to paint the grill to match the paint or leave it chrome.

The car is freshly sprayed and the lights and grill are just fitted, so yes there is still overspray on it and needs to be buffed etc.

Can someone please photoshop my grill to match the car color.



Also what does everyone think, chrome or color match?

[sjhugh]

Paint it flat black.

[IJ.]

Paint it flat black.

Satin, flat is too hard to keep clean

[sjhugh]

303 Products Aerospace Protectant or Nanolex Matte Final Finish Spray makes it much easier to look after but fair point. It also depends on how interested you are in cleaning your car.

Anything but gloss as the shininess makes it look cheap.

Maybe apply a wrap as an alternative or even a plastic dip.

Flat vs.Satin Matte Paint

Posted byJames Detmer on 09.24.12


Matte Red Ferrari FF

One thing that makes matte painted cars so attractive is how unique they are. Not only are 99% of cars on the road glossy, but each matte finish is uniquely matte. There are satin matte finishes with a higher natural gloss, and what we consider flat matte finishes that scatter light so well you’d think the surface was covered in sand. Interestingly enough, there are dozens of degrees inbetween this “satin” and “flat” comparison. The goal of this article is to further clarify the difference between these two types of matte paint.

Satin matte finishes

Satin finishes, as I mentioned, tend to have a more prominent sheen than flat finishes do. The best example of a satin finish from an automotive manufactureris BMW’s “Frozen” matte paint (pictured above). Upon examining the paint you’ll notice a lot of your surroundings are being reflected on the paint… not directly, but in faded abstract shapes. The elevated gloss and sheen make the Frozen paint “satin” and also create a matte look unique to BMW. As far as why the paint is more glossy, this has to do with the clear coat that BMW uses on it’s Frozen cars – the matte clear coat has the imperfections you’d expect from matte paint, but more rounded edges and softer valleys that, in effect, make reflected light glow off the surface. For the most part, all satin finishes have a matte clear coat. Another popular satin finish is Designo Magno by Mercedes. While the Magno finishes are a bit flatter than the Frozen paint jobs, they’re still considered satin because the surface’s elegant sheen. Eventhe new Hyundai Veloster Turbo’s finish has a natural sheen to it, designed to add to the car’s beauty. As a rule of thumb, almost all factory matte finishes are considered satin (for now).

Flat matte finishes

Flat is satin’s more extreme brother. Typically when you see these cars your jaw sort of drops because, unlike satin finishes, the surface looks dead. There’s no real sheen to the surface as objects pass, and all you really notice in terms of reflections are the cast shadows from the side mirrors. It’s a truly stunning sight to see. In today’s world the only time you really see these cars are in Chad Johnson’s garage or on TMZ when they’ve tracked down Justin Bieber. Almost every “flat” car on the road has an aftermarket paint job done by a bodyshop (such as West Coast Customs – where the Biebs gets all his cars done). The why behind flat paint varies by who’s painting the car: some will just use single-stage paints, and some have clear coats designed to reflect the least amount of light possible… it all depends on where you go. Matte vinyl wraps also fall under the ‘flat’ category.

Flat Paint Care vs. Satin Paint Care

While the type of matte paint is visibly different, the care for satin and flat matte paint is exactly the same. You don’t want to use waxes or products with silicone or filling agents, as these will begin to increase gloss and make the (intentionally) matte surface appear blotchy or greasy. As I’ve expressed countless times, matte care is easy as long as you know why to stay away from certain products such as paste wax and polishes. Use a matte car wash soap for washing and a matte-specific paint sealant to protect the paint. Other than that, avoid chamois and matte care is a breeze. In fact, many people have told us matte paint care is easier than caring for their glossy car was. Read more about matte paint care.

The moral of this story is that all matte paint is different and rarely will two finishes, unless they’re produced by the same manufacturer, ever look exactly the same. What does stay the same, regardless of sheen, is that all matte cars need to be cared for and protected. Dirt, debris, bird droppings – none of it’s good for matte paint (or glossy paint for that matter). The only issue is, if you let messes and contaminants become an issue, you can’t polish matte like you’d polish a glossy car. Always be sure your matte car is protected, and remember: no waxes.

Which do you like better… Satin or Flat?

http://www.drbeasleys.com/blog/2012/09/24/flat-vs-satin-matte-paint/

[IJ.]

Black Text Blue background = almost impossible to read

[Woodchukka]

Even if someone does photoshop it might be an idea to (as has been suggested) plastidip it first. Then if you don't like it you can peel it off.

[mjrandom]

Whereabouts are you Kev? I have some shadow chrome plastidip you can try.

[Dickie Knee]

shadow chrome

[sjhugh]

Black Text Blue background = almost impossible to read

Yeah I agree. I don't know what happen to cause it as I didn't do it on purpose. Normally when I post it's white against blue.

[sjhugh]

I’ll try again:


Flat vs. Satin Matte Paint

One thing that makes matte painted cars so attractiveis how unique they are.
Not only are 99%of cars on the road glossy, but eachmatte finish is uniquely matte.
There are satin matte finishes with a higher naturalgloss, and what we consider flat matte finishes that scatter light so wellyou’d think the surface was covered in sand.
Interestingly enough, there are dozens of degrees inbetween this “satin” and “flat” comparison.
The goal of this article is to further clarify thedifference between these two types of matte paint.

Satin matte finishes

Satin finishes, as I mentioned, tend to have a moreprominent sheen than flat finishes do.
The best example of a satin finish from an automotivemanufacturer is BMW’s “Frozen” matte paint (pictured above).
Upon examining the paint you’ll notice a lot of yoursurroundings are being reflected on the paint… not directly, but in fadedabstract shapes.
The elevated gloss and sheen make the Frozen paint“satin” and also create a matte look unique to BMW.
As far as why the paint is more glossy, this has to dowith the clear coat that BMW uses on it’s Frozen cars – the matte clear coathas the imperfections you’d expect from matte paint, but more rounded edges andsofter valleys that, in effect, make reflected light glow off the surface.
For the most part, all satin finishes have a matteclear coat.
Another popular satin finish is Designo Magno byMercedes.
While the Magno finishes are a bit flatter than theFrozen paint jobs, they’re still considered satin because the surface’s elegantsheen.
Even the new Hyundai Veloster Turbo’s finish has anatural sheen to it, designed to add to the car’s beauty.
As a rule of thumb, almost all factory matte finishesare considered satin (for now).

Flat matte finishes

Flat is satin’s more extreme brother.
Typically when you see these cars your jaw sort ofdrops because, unlike satin finishes, the surface looks dead.
There’s no real sheen to the surface as objects pass,and all you really notice in terms of reflections are the cast shadows from theside mirrors.
It’s a truly stunning sight to see.
In today’s world the only time you really see thesecars are in Chad Johnson’s garage or on TMZ when they’ve tracked down JustinBieber.
Almost every “flat” car on the road has an aftermarketpaint job done by a body shop (such as West Coast Customs – where the Biebsgets all his cars done).
The why behind flat paint varies by who’s painting thecar: some will just use single-stage paints, and some have clear coats designedto reflect the least amount of light possible… it all depends on where you go.
Matte vinyl wraps also fall under the ‘flat’ category.

Flat Paint Care vs. Satin Paint Care

While the type of matte paint is visibly different, thecare for satin and flat matte paint is exactly the same.
You don’t want to use waxes or products with siliconeor filling agents, as these will begin to increase gloss and make the(intentionally) matte surface appear blotchy or greasy.
As I’ve expressed countless times, matte care is easyas long as you know why to stay away from certain products such as paste waxand polishes.
Use a matte car wash soap for washing and amatte-specific paint sealant to protect the paint. Other than that, avoidchamois and matte care is a breeze.
In fact, many people have told us matte paint care iseasier than caring for their glossy car was.
Read more about matte paint care.

The moral of this story is that all matte paint isdifferent and rarely will two finishes, unless they’re produced by the samemanufacturer, ever look exactly the same.
What does stay the same, regardless of sheen, is thatall matte cars need to be cared for and protected. Dirt, debris, bird droppings– none of it’s good for matte paint (or glossy paint for that matter).
The only issue is, if you let messes and contaminantsbecome an issue, you can’t polish matte like you’d polish a glossy car.
Always be sure your matte car is protected, andremember: no waxes.

Which do you like better… Satin or Flat?

[QIKMIK]

What about swapping it out for a Calais item?

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Mick

[QldKev]

Thanks for the ideas.

Thanks for the offer of the plasti-dip I'm in Bundaberg and don't get down to Brissy often so will have to pass.

At the moment I'm thinking of paining it to match the car. I can always paint strip it back off if needed. The grill was painted grey over the chrome from factory, so I know paint stripping doesn't effect the chrome. Also as suggested I can get the series 2 / calais grill and swap it in.

[mjrandom]

Kev you have an Autobarn in Bundy and they stock plastidip, worth a try for the $15 it will cost for a can. The stuff is really quite durable.

[Woodchukka]

Bunnings have a plasti dip equivalent. I have not used it though.
http://www.bunnings.com.au/rust-oleu...ating_p1580760
http://www.bunnings.com.au/rust-oleu...ating_p1580758

[QldKev]

I decided def not the chrome, looks like its trying to be dressed up too much. I tried matt black, was ok but didn't like the extra color in the mix. Finished with midnight blue to match the car. You can see a pic in My Garage