From Dull to Dazzling: A Guide to Car Paint Jobs

Oct 3

2 min read

Your car is more than just transport; it’s a statement of your personality. And what better way to express yourself than with a stunning paint job? Whether you’re looking to revamp your classic or add a touch of flair to your daily driver, there’s a paint job out there for you.

The Classics

Solid Colour: The most basic and cost-effective option. Solid colours offer a clean, simple look.
Metallic: Adds a touch of sparkle and depth to your car’s finish. Metallic paints contain fine particles that reflect light, creating a shimmering effect.
Pearl: Similar to metallic, but with larger, iridescent particles that give a more dramatic shimmer.

Taking it Up a Notch

Two-Tone: This classic look features two contrasting colours, often on the body and roof.
Multi-Colour: Embrace a rainbow of colours with a multi-colour paint job. Think stripes, fades, or even intricate patterns.
Matte: For a stealthy, modern look, go matte. Matte finishes lack a glossy shine, giving your car a unique, velvety texture.

Other Customisation Options

Aesthetic customisation of your car doesn’t have to come down to just a paint job. Car wraps and vinyl decals offer a fun and versatile way to transform your car’s appearance without committing to a permanent paint job. Vinyl wraps are removable coverings that come in a huge range of colours and finishes. They’re a great way to experiment with different looks without a permanent paint job.

Vinyl Decals

Vinyl decals are smaller, adhesive stickers that can be applied to various parts of your car, like the hood, doors, tailgate, or windows. They come in various shapes, sizes, and designs. Vinyl decals are generally less expensive than wraps. Decals can be removed without damaging the paint.

Car Wraps

Car wraps are large-scale vinyl films that are applied to the entire exterior of your car. They come in a wide range of colours, finishes (matte, gloss, satin), and even patterns. They provide endless design possibilities, from solid colours to intricate patterns and even full-body graphics. Wraps protect the original paint from scratches, chips, and UV damage. They are easily removable without damaging the underlying paint, however they don’t provide the level of protection that ceramic coatings have.

Ceramic Coatings

Ceramic coating is a liquid ceramic or polymer-based sealant applied to the paint. It forms a thin, protective layer that bonds to the paint. Think of ceramic coatings as an invisible armour for your car’s paint. They provide a durable, hydrophobic (water-repellent) layer that protects against scratches, fading, and UV damage.

Academy-888: Your Ceramic Coating Experts in Northwich

If you’re looking for the ultimate paint protection and a dazzling shine, consider a ceramic coating. At Academy-888, we are the only officially accredited “Wax is Dead” ceramic coatings provider in Northwich. Our expert team uses top-of-the-line products and techniques to give your car the ultimate protection and a showroom-worthy finish.

We’ll help you choose the perfect paint job to make your car truly stand out from the crowd.