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Color Mismatch

Maverick Refinish Products

* An example of this type of paint challenge, but not necessarily the only representation.

PAINT ISSUE:

car paint doesn't match -OR- paint blend looks different -OR- why is my new paint a different color

PREVENTION:

  • Always spray out and clearcoat basecoats for evaluation.
  • Blend into adjacent panels.
  • Check alternate color selector for variances.
  • Follow product label for spray gun, nozzle, and air cap.
  • Mix paint thoroughly.
  • Spray a test card and compare in daylight before spraying.
  • Stir/shake materials thoroughly to ensure all pigments and metallics are in solution.
  • Use natural daylight or color-corrected lights for matching.
  • View all colors under equal gloss.

TO REPAIR:

  • Blend color into adjacent panels if close enough, or tint and respray if necessary.
  • Sand/blend color into adjacent panels, or respray for better match.