Getting the Perfect Matte Finish

Almost all flexible coatings on the market come standard as a satin finish, which is the most common finish on automotive and furniture surfaces. In the most recent years however, matte or flat finishes have been becoming more popular. So how do you get that finish?

There are four clears that can either be added to the paint or used as a topcoat to get your desired sheen.

High Gloss Clear: can be used as an additive or as a top coat to bring up your gloss. It is available in aerosol, solvent base and water base. 

Satin Gloss Clear: can be used as an additive or as a top coat to bring your finish to a satin finish if you altered it too much the other way. It is available in aerosol, solvent base and water base.

Low Luster Clear: can be used as an additive or as a top coat to bring your finish to a low gloss. If you are trying to go super matte, you will need to use it as a top coat. (If you add too much to your paint you will water down the pigment.) It is available in aerosol, solvent base and water base.

Flattener: can only be used as an additive. It will bring your finish down to matte much quicker than the low luster. You cannot use this as a top coat. It is available in solvent base and water base.

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