Automotive Care: 3 Popular Paint Styles

Tony Mers • August 31, 2018
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According to a recent auto body survey, research found that an estimated 77% of vehicles were in need of maintenance or repairs. Taking care of your vehicle is extremely important and shouldn't be overlooked. But vehicle maintenance isn't just getting your tires rotated or changing your oil, it's making sure that your vehicle looks as good as possible.


That's where car paint shops come in. Painting a car can completely transform it for the better. Though you need to make sure the vehicle is functioning properly and are adhering to general maintenance needs; you should consider heading to a car paint shop to boost your vehicle's appearance whenever you get a chance. The great thing about painting a car is that it's never permanent. If you have the color you have chosen, simply select a new one and head to a car body shop that offers quality paint jobs once again.


Here are some of the most popular car paint types that you should consider the next time you head to a paint shop:


  • Solid paint -- Solid paint options are perhaps the most common. Aside from the most expensive luxury vehicles, the majority of vehicles come in white, red, black, or blue. The solid paint is a single application of the color, followed by a clear coat to protect the paint from weather, chips, and various scratches.

  • Metallic -- Metallic paint jobs are quite effective and utilize powered metal. Certain auto manufacturers change a costly premium for an upgrade from solid paint to a metallic style, but paint shops can do a great job at a reasonable price.

  • Pearlescent -- This style of paint involves replacing the metal particles with ceramic crystals that don't just reflect light, but actually refract it. This style gives the paint both a deep color and a sparkle that's visually appealing. In direct sunlight, pearlescent paint knocks spots off metallic finishes.

If you want to learn more about painting your car and head to a high-quality car paint shopor are just in need of general auto body repair services, give River North Collision Repair a visit right away.

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