A Shabby Chic Classic: See a SoCal VW Bug with a Custom Paint Job using our Pearls and Kandy
Looking to create a unique vintage look that’s both striking and sophisticated? Our customer’s project, using our Gold Ghost Pearl, Platinum Crystal Pearl, and Blood Red Kandy Concentrate, on a classic SoCal VW Bug, highlights how our products can be used to transform any vehicle and achieve an eye catching finish. He has created a truly custom look by layering our pigments in a way that will make it look just as amazing in the sunlight of Southern California or under any lighting conditions.
A Testament to Creative Customization
It really is a SoCal paint job … It only looks at its best in sunshine … And over here in the Netherlands it’s only sunny for a few weeks every year. All the pearl products used on the paint job are from Paint With Pearl and that’s everything apart from the kandy concentrate, the base black and the the clear.
Lemme see .. Base coat plain black overshot with a mix of 90% black pearl 10% anthracite pearl … on top of that was gold ghost pearl with a pinch of platinum crystal pearl … the ghost flames were gold ghost pearl with gold sparkle pearl highlightin
g around the edges and on the points … then the whole lot was shot over with blood red kandy concentrate in clear … All the pearls used were from PWP
Black / platinum pearl mix, platinum crystal and gold ghost over that, blood red kandy on top …. flames in gold ghost and gold sparkle pearl
This customer’s use of our products emphasizes the unique potential of layering our pearls and kandies to create a custom, vintage look. His project highlights how to make use of various different techniques to achieve a result that combines the classic look of black with the eye catching effects of our pearls and kandy products.
Understanding Our Pigments
Here at Paint With Pearl / Kustom Pearls, we are always trying to create products that are easy to use and versatile. Here are some key benefits of our Ghost Pearls and Kandy Pearls:
- Ghost Pearls: Create a subtle yet striking shimmer that is designed to enhance the light and depth of your project. These have a translucent quality that gives you an opportunity to create truly unique designs.
- Kandy Pearls: Add a rich, translucent color that allows you to create multi-layered effects, giving your project a dynamic look.
- Versatile Application: They can be mixed with a variety of clear coats and mediums.
- Customizable Effects: You are the artist, and our products will help you achieve your creative vision.
Bring Your Vision to Life
Our versatile pigments are not just for automotive enthusiasts. They can be used in many applications, such as:
- Automotive Painting: Use to transform the look of your car or motorcycle.
- Marine Craft: Add an iridescent shimmer to boats, kayaks or surfboards.
- Art and Sculpture: Explore unique ways to add to the texture and dimension to your artwork.
- Home Decor: Create a custom look for your furniture and accessories, to transform your living space.
- Apparel: Use in fabric dye and textile arts to add a unique shimmer to your designs.
Why Choose Paint With Pearl/Kustom Pearls?
At Paint With Pearl, we appreciate all of our customers who take the time to send us pictures and feedback on all of our products. Our Kolor Pearls, Metal Flakes, True Chameleon pigments, Thermochromics, Glow In The Darks and all other paint pigments are truly kustom paints and can be used in almost any application. There are so many options with our products! Photos, Videos and testimonials are a great way to show off the capabilities of our additives. If you find the opportunity, send us some great pics and a small testimonial about what you did with our products and we will send you a gift card for the website. We love to show off the work that our wonderful customers are doing. Contact us and send us your work!
All of our products can be used in vehicle dip, and we were the first company to supply the dip community with pigments. If you have any reservations about whether our products work in vehicle dip, know that we were the pioneers who introduced Plasti Dip Pearls to the world.
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