S simmy Member Messages 44 Apr 29, 2011 #1 Which basecoat black is better to use. Is it the ready made black in tins from the shelves or is it better to have it mixed by the paint shop? The paint mixed by the paint shop is nearly double in price.
Which basecoat black is better to use. Is it the ready made black in tins from the shelves or is it better to have it mixed by the paint shop? The paint mixed by the paint shop is nearly double in price.
T tux Member Messages 356 Apr 29, 2011 #2 The mixed stuff is only more expensive as they have to mix it to a specific colour code. The stuff on the shelves is just a "generic" colour. The quality should be the same assuming its the same brand.
The mixed stuff is only more expensive as they have to mix it to a specific colour code. The stuff on the shelves is just a "generic" colour. The quality should be the same assuming its the same brand.
pedrobedro Man at Matalan Messages 12,758 Location CX near Chesterfield Apr 29, 2011 #3 Basecoat will not be gloss, the lacquer coat is the shiny part.