People often choose cars with pearlescent paint. Paint with a similar effect gives the car an expensive, exclusive look. The car stands out from the crowd and attracts attention.
We decided to make our car stand out from the gray mass - pearlescent color is perfect for this

Pearlescent paints

The pearlescent color of a car is obtained by painting it with special paints. They may have different colors. Most often used:

• white pearlescent;
• white pearlescent, having a rainbow tint;
• blue mother-of-pearl, do not confuse the color blue - these are different compositions and colors;
• red coarse grain;
• pearly gray color;
• golden, having a rainbow effect;
• pearlescent silver color, with different types of grain;
• A combination of silver color with others is also used.

Mother of pearl color and its features

Paint with a pearlescent tint has features that distinguish it from other automotive coloring mixtures.

The main difference is the shimmering, iridescent effect that is achieved using special ingredients. When deciding between pearl or metallic, a car enthusiast chooses pearl color precisely for this quality of paint.

In addition, this coating provides increased thermal stability of the body. This happens because painting is done sequentially in several layers. Thanks to this, the surface painted with mother-of-pearl is more resistant to mechanical stress, such as scratches.

The pearlescent paint itself also differs in several ways.

Natural look of paint in a container

1. First of all, what makes a particular paint special is the size of the main light reflector - crushed mica. This parameter is also called graininess. It is crushed mica that gives such a unique shade to the coloring composition. The larger the mica particle size or grain size, the brighter and more unusual the refraction. The average particle size for this effect is about 20 micrometers. Finer grain size ensures a smooth transition of shades and a more uniform application of the paint layer.
2. Since it is multi-component, the method of applying paint to the car body is important. The first scheme is the application of pearl paste with a small content of iridescent pigment to a dimly colored surface. Its content is allowed to be no more than one percent. When implementing the second scheme, pearlescent acrylic enamel is obtained. This composition is applied to a surface previously painted with the selected color. Finally, a special fixing varnish is applied.
3. Different colors and shades of pearlescent paste are obtained by mixing regular and crushed mica pigments with different grain sizes. This is done by professionals who work with automotive paints.

Stylish look of a luxury car

How to paint a car pearl white

White pearl color of the car is one of the most popular shades. At the same time, special care and caution is required when applying it. Any deviation from technology can introduce iridescent shades into the body color.

Given this feature, some car enthusiasts choose metallic white. However, this paint cannot create the same effect as white pearlescent color.

Pearl color requires the car owner to take a serious approach to the selection of components for such a composition as white pearl paint. White pearl car paint does not hide, but rather reveals unevenness, chips and scratches. Therefore, a three-layer method is used:

• The first layer is a white base, covering the primed and degreased surface;
• then the main layer with pearlescent pigment is applied;
• The painting is completed by varnishing.

When preparing the car, it is necessary to keep in mind that the surface of the body must be straightened with special care. Otherwise, all the irregularities will only be emphasized by white mother-of-pearl.

Also, all components for this type of pearlescent paint must be purchased from one manufacturer. Otherwise, after some time, the painted surface may delaminate.

Stage of painting in white mother-of-pearl

White mother of pearl used as an additive should have mica particles ranging in size from 201 to 218. In this case, the desired effect will be obtained without additional iridescence.

Pearlescent varnish

Automotive pearlescent varnishes used for the final coating of a painted surface are mostly two-component acrylic-based.

The varnish used to create mother-of-pearl color can be transparent. This varnish is used both in its pure form and with the addition of pearlescent pigment. In addition, the market offers varnishes already mixed with pigment and having a specific shade.

Different manufacturers offer compositions of different consistencies. Some may be runny and liquid. Special hardeners are offered for them, which are added to the varnish before use.

There are thicker varnishes for which there are special solvents that are added before varnishing in the proportion specified in the instructions for use. These instructions must be carefully studied, otherwise a serious mistake may be made when mixing the compounds. As a result, the color scheme may change or the base color coating may be damaged.

Pouring and adding varnish

Clearcoat can be applied over the base paint in just one coat, as a topcoat. If a varnish with pearlescent pigment is also used when painting a car, then a three-layer varnish is applied.

The first layer is a clear varnish. After it dries, a layer of pearlescent varnish with the selected shade is applied to it. In this case, it is necessary to ensure that this layer is applied evenly, otherwise the color of the body will change in places.

The three-layer varnishing is completed by applying a transparent finishing layer of automotive varnish.

Car painting technology

The process is quite labor-intensive and complex. Mostly this work is entrusted to professionals. However, . In both cases, the owner of the car must have a good understanding of the technology of this process.

• It all starts with preparing the body for painting. To do this, the surface is carefully leveled. This is done with putty. In any case, you need to achieve a perfectly flat surface with smooth bends in the right places.

Unnecessary exterior elements are removed or sealed.

The primed iron is degreased so that the paint lays evenly and does not swell.

Careful preparation and future upgrade of the machine

• Material and tools are prepared for paint and varnish work.
• The brightest and deepest pearlescent color of a car is obtained with a three-component paint scheme. Therefore, the necessary paints are prepared in advance - substrates and bases, as well as varnish with solvents. In this case, the shade of the substrate must match the base color.
• A spray gun is prepared as a tool; paint and varnish must be applied using this tool in order to obtain an even layer when covering the body. To create the required pressure, an air compressor is used, which is capable of creating a smooth air flow, without jerks or jumps. This unit must have a reliable filter that prevents foreign particles from entering the working mixture.
• An important rule must be observed - the temperature of the room in which the process takes place and the paint being applied must be the same.
• It is recommended to paint the car at an air temperature of at least plus fifteen degrees Celsius.
• A uniform layer of substrate is applied to a dry surface using a spray gun. The gun must be kept at a distance of at least 25 cm from the surface to be painted.

A base layer with pearlescent pigment is applied to the slightly dried substrate using a spray. Visually, the degree of readiness of the substrate is determined by the acquisition of a matte tint in the paint. To prepare the base, you need to mix the paints with solvent in accordance with the instructions. If there are no such instructions, then the compositions are mixed in a 2:1 ratio. For example, half a liter of solvent is added to one liter of base paint. Professionals make the mixture in a 1:1 ratio. But in this case, the mixture turns out to be liquid and painting requires good skills so that drips do not form.

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• The varnish is also applied to the dried surface of the base by spraying. The first layer of varnish that is applied to the base should not contain solvent. Subsequent layers can be thinned according to the instructions. In this case, you need to wait for the previous layer to dry. If the solvent does not have time to evaporate, it may damage the surface layer.

When carrying out work, it is necessary to observe all fire safety measures, as well as use special clothing and gloves. The premises must be equipped with ventilation systems.

Hi all!

I thought for a long time about whether I should dye my hair light brown, and so I decided to dye it. I wanted to lighten my hair 2-3 shades.

Here is my natural hair color before dyeing.

I bought the well-known paint l "oreal casting creme gloss, shade 810 light brown pearlescent.

What attracted me to this dye was that you can dye your hair at home using a convenient applicator and it’s no worse than salon dyeing.

I bought this paint on the Magnit-Cosmetic network for 294 rubles.

Inside the pack there is: developing milk, paint, gloves, balm, instructions.

The instructions are detailed, where everything is depicted with pictures and describes in detail how to dye your hair.

The paint mixes easily; you need to squeeze the paint into a bottle of milk, and then you need to shake the bottle well. Then on wet hair The dye is applied, using an applicator, applied to the roots, and then to the entire length of the hair. Then massage your hair again and leave for 20 minutes.

At this time, you can do things around the house, the paint doesn’t flow and nothing will distract you from your work.

After 20 minutes, wash off the dye and apply balm to your hair for 2-3 minutes, rinse, and voila your hair has acquired a new shade.

Coloring is quite simple and easy, thereby saving you money on salon coloring.

I liked the shade, a pleasant light brown with a delicate golden tint.

This was the first time I dyed my hair myself, my hair was dyed and there was nothing complicated about dyeing it.

After dyeing, the hair is soft to the touch, pleasant to touch, and full of vitality.

The dye gave the hair a beautiful color and shine full of tints. And the balm with royal jelly gave the hair the necessary nutrition after coloring.

Finally, 2 weeks have passed and I can try to torture my hair again. My first experience in this review. I realized that highlighting is not so easy to deal with.

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Tone 7.23 Pearlescent beige blond was purchased

oxidizing agent 3%

All 1 piece

Amount 220 rub.

Hair up to the shoulder blades is highlighted, the roots were dyed 2 weeks ago with Estel caramel blonde.

There was nothing more than a tube of paint in the paint box.

The instructions for this paint, it must be said, are meager compared to paints for home use. What surprised me even in the store was that the seller told me that the tube was enough for my hair. I would definitely buy 2 from a store. In fact, the paint even remained, despite the fact that it was applied in a “greasy” layer. Therefore, next time the paint will be bought and used 2 times.

There are no gloves, no balm (the usual set)...BUT (more on the balm later)

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We didn't bother too much. Stir the contents of 2 vials and apply to hair. First the roots, and then the length. From start to finish staining took 1 hour. The paint applied and spread well. It didn't flow. Already during the application process, the hair acquired a beautiful shade. He didn’t look much like a blond, but he was anything but red-haired to me.

When the moment of flushing came, I I DID NOT RECOGNIZE your hair under running water. I repeat that there is no balm included. They were so soft and flowing... and I regularly use masks and balms, but I haven’t had this feeling for a long time. When washing it off, I saw that the color along the length of my hair changed.

After drying and styling my hair looked like this.

Several weeks have passed since the review was written, and naturally this is 5-6 hair washes. I must say that I was afraid to wash my hair. I had experience painting in a salon professional paint. When probably after the first wash all the paint came off. I could just see the red dye dripping from my hair at that moment...

When I washed it for the first time, I saw absolutely clear water. These photos were taken after several washes.

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Yes! It was not usual.

After all, I’ve been highlighting for 5 years in a row and I’m already used to being blonde both in my hair and in my soul, but I wanted it myself!

In addition, once in some program “about beauty” one hair stylist told a client that

The girl with brown eyes and bleached hair looks GOOD

. This somehow stuck in my head and I partly agree that not all brown-eyed people suit naturally blonde hair. If it doesn’t go well, but it’s not natural, that’s for sure.

Color 7.23 where there is beige and blond and pearlescent somehow it’s not clear and YOU should be the judge. He has one on his hair, and another on dyed hair. But still very beautiful and close to my natural ones.

Naturally, it is not uniform, but tinting is fashionable now. Dyeing did not solve all the problems, but the hair began to look better. Now I will no longer bleach it, but will dye and grow my hair, cutting off the bleached ones..

The fact that the dye successfully covered bleached hair in one go is a big plus! I would also like to mention the large volume and cost-effectiveness as advantages.

It is not known how this dye and this color will behave on your hair. I highly recommend it to anyone who is not afraid to experiment. As experience has shown, it is not necessary to spend money on a salon with such a complex case, even if you are not a hairdresser yourself.