What are the different types of car colour codes offered by Carross?

There are many different types of paint used in the automotive industry. They all have their own specific characteristics and cannot be replaced by another. Whatever the make of your vehicle, at Carross you're bound to find the ideal car colour code for your bodywork.

CAR PAINT

Direct shine professional car paint

Direct gloss paint is a two-component polyurethane paint made from resin and an oil base. This paint is made up of a base and a Hardener. When the paint is mixed with a Hardener, it dries automatically once the Hardener has evaporated. When choosing this type of paint, it is advisable to opt for 2K PU automotive quality rather than industrial quality (for use on cars and/or motorbikes).

Characteristics of direct gloss automotive paint

This paint is known for being ultra-resistant and very glossy thanks to its clearcoat finish. Made from resin, this allows the paint to last a very long time without losing the quality achieved during application.

Advantages of direct gloss car paint

This paint offers a number of advantages. Thanks to its natural gloss, you can save on a coat of Clearcoat, plus it covers all the surfaces of your car or motorbike that you want.

Professional matt waterborne or solvent-based paint for cars

Characteristics of matt hydro or solvent-based paint for cars

Matt hydro paint is a paint based on acrylic polyurethane resins. Matt basecoat hydro or solvent-based paint is a two-coat system, so it must be covered with a Clearcoat.

Advantages of matte hydro or solvent-based paint for cars

The advantage of water-based Matt basecoat paint is that it is less harmful to the environment than other types of paint. However, the Tech'team advises you to make sure you have the appropriate safety equipment: gloves, goggles, mask and overalls. Matt basecoat Solvent basecoat paint, on the other hand, releases more VOCs into the air.

Tech'team tip: Solvent-based paint has a shorter evaporation time than hydro-based paint.

INDUSTRIAL PAINT

1k Alkyd Professional Car Paint

1k Alkyd Professional Car Paint is a paint made from alkyd resins. This type of paint is part of the latest generation and allows you to carry out perfect and easy touch-ups on all types of substrates.

Characteristics of 1k Alkyd car paint

This type of paint, which complies with environmental standards, is known for being highly resistant and easy to apply. It can be applied to any surface. It can also be used as a single-coat or two-coat paint.

Tech'team tip: Be careful, two coats means that this paint must be covered with a coat of Clearcoat.

Advantages of 1k Alkyde industrial car paint

This type of paint combines the advantages of an oil-based paint and a water-based paint. It is odourless and dries fairly quickly. What's more, you can clean your surface with water and a clean microfibre cloth.

2k Epoxy Professional Car Paint

This type of paint is generally a "two-component" paint, and can be applied to virtually any surface on your car or motorbike.

Characteristics of 2k Epoxy industrial paint

This paint, made up of a base and a Hardener, gives a taut effect and is renowned for being highly resistant. It dries quickly as the solvent evaporates.

Advantages of 2k Epoxy industrial paint

This paint has a number of advantages: it is highly resistant to the various impacts and scratches that can occur over time. Thanks to its high Theoretical coverage, this paint leaves a smooth, clean appearance. This type of paint also has anti-corrosion properties.

2K P.U. professional car paint

P.U. paint or polyurethane paint is a hard-wearing coating that combines a resin and a Hardener.

Characteristics of 2K P.U. industrial paint

This polyurethane paint ensures durability when touching up or working on any surface. This paint gives a perfect finish, whether gloss, semi-gloss or even matt.

Advantages of 2K P.U. Industrial Paint

This type of paint is extremely resistant to weathering and UV rays, so once the paint has been applied, your vehicle will remain clean and tidy for some time. It also saves bodybuilders time, as the paint dries quickly and is easy to apply. The P.U. hardens once applied to the surface.