No matter what kind of car you drive, its most obvious feature is its exterior coat of paint. Whether you’re looking to give your car a fresh new look or simply compensating for nicks and scratches, Collision Master of Fairbanks, AK, has the auto detailing expertise to revamp your car with quality and style.

Once you’ve brought your car into their garage, it can be difficult to choose your new paint style. Before heading into the shop, consider this list of the most common types of auto painting finishes.

3 Common Types Of Auto Painting Finishes

1. Acrylic Lacquer

After a base coat of auto paint has been applied, there are a number of finishes that can be used to bring out its true pigment. Most commonly used on antique or classic cars, acrylic lacquer delivers high shine for a glossy look that glints in the sunlight. Don’t opt for this finish on a car you drive every day — it won’t protect your vehicle’s base coat due to it’s thin, old-fashioned nature.

2. Clear-Coat Finish

This type of auto painting finish is as simple as it seems, a colorless paint that dries over a pigmented base coat to protect it. Much like a clear top coat for colored nail polish, this finish will allow you to see your chosen color and add a bit of a buffer against nicks and UV rays. Many clear-coat finishes contain chemicals that allow certain parts of your car to move and flex without the paint cracking — a feature which is particularly helpful for bumpers.

3. Specialty Finishes

If you like to stand out from the crowd, talk to an auto detailing professional at Collision Masters about specialty finishes for your car. From glittery metallic finishes to color-shifting chameleon paints, their experts will find an out-of-the-box look that perfectly suits your ride.

For more questions about auto painting, call Collision Masters at (907) 451-8456. Visit their website to learn more about the services they offer.