Not all paints are created equal. Back during the days of the horse-drawn carriage, paints used natural bases, of which linseed oil comes to mind. In the 1920s, that all changed with the ...

Mercedes-Benz announced today it has become the first automaker to offer matte paint finish as a factory option for its vehicles.The matte paint, which turned to be a popular tuning feature in the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Matte paint finishes are as easy to care for as regular car paint. The difference is in the products used when washing or sealing the finish.

Matte paint from the factory is almost unheard of outside luxury brands. These are the only two non-premium brands that offer it. Matte paint is typically a finish found only on premium and luxury ...

After Audi introduced a new technique to embed symbols within paint, the German automaker announced Monday it will put partial matte paint surfaces into production. Full matte paint jobs have been ...

A few years ago, matte paint jobs were only available in the aftermarket scene and were something only highly modified bikes or cars wore. However, in the last couple of years they have become ...

A satin-black finish can be done on the cheap and looks tough on virtually any vehicle. OK, maybe not a Prius, but anything else. Stealing a trend from hot rodders, even the car manufacturers are ...

Over recent years, there's been a real love for soft, matte finishes. From furniture to walls, designers favored the more subtle style over its more loud counterpart – shiny, super glossy, lacquer.

How to Use Them Properly in Painting Projects at Home Reviewed by Johnathan Brewer Lacquer thinner and paint thinner are powerful thinners and solvents for oil-based paints, lacquers, stains, and ...