Dupli-Color® Tips

For successful general aerosol paint application.

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1. Always read specific can instructions to achieve maximum results.
2. A clean, dry surface is important. Follow these preparation tips for best results:
• Remove dirt, wax, grease, moisture, rust and loose paint.
• Sand or scrape, if necessary, (sandpaper, steel wool, wire brush, scraper).
• Sand rusted, glossy or hard surfaces to improve adhesion.
3. Paint in good weather only.
• 55° to 75° F is ideal; 40 to 60% relative humidity is recommended
• Avoid direct sunlight and hot, humid weather.
4. Observe the proper re-coat opportunities. See product directions for suggestions on when to apply a second coat.
• Example: Dupli-Color® lacquers can be re-coated anytime. Dupli-Color® enamels re-coat within 1 hour or wait till after 5 days.
5. Test a small surface area for paint compatibility.
6. A smooth, even application is important. Follow these tips for success:
• Use an even, side-to-side motion with each pass beginning and ending beyond the edge of the object.
• Use a fan spray vs. regular spray distance to the object.
7. Take your time.
• Use 3 light coats vs. one thick coat.
• Always check recommended recoat time.
8. Avoid over spraying.
• Mask exposed areas with drop cloths.
• Clean up with appropriate cleaner-paint thinner or soap and water.
9. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Flexible Bumper Coating

Renews and protects weathered or discolored bumpers, moldings and rub strips. Offers superior adhesion to thermoplastic rubber and polyurethane bumpers.

Instant Gold and Instant Chrome

For any extraordinary chrome or gold look. Simple to use and dries in minutes. Ideal for wheels, furniture, bicycles, picture frames, and other articles around the home and shop.

Metal Flake

For a rich, custom finish on metal, fiberglass and wood. It produces a shimmering, customized finish in one easy step. Fast-drying formula needs no base coat and is ideal for cars, motorcycles, helmets, furniture and bicycles.

Scratch Filler & Primer

An easy way to fill in and build up minor nicks, scrapes, and scratches to surface level. Use in place of spot putty for covering flaws. Provides strong adhesion and sands to a smooth gloss ready for refinishing. Great for fenders, trunk lids, hoods and body panels.

Spatter Paint

Gives a speckled finish to faded trunk interiors. Covers scars, abrasions and restores trunk interiors to a “like new” finish. Great for auto trunk interiors, home storage chests and metal lockers.

Truck Bed Coating

Dupli-Color® Truck Bed Coating is a durable, high-impact coating that protects truck beds from impact, scratches, weather and rust. A unique vinyl polymer coating that protects the truck bed finish with superior features and reliability. Ideal underneath conventional truck bed liners or used alone.

Undercoating

A durable, textured finish that applies evenly, without thick peaks or thin pockets. It can be applied to wheel wells, gas tanks, frames and supports, floor pans and quarter panels. Available in four varieties:

Asphalt Undercoat

  • Resists rust, corrosion and moisture
  • Economical solution for protection

Paintable Rubberized Undercoat

  • Flexible, rubberized undercoat that protects metal surfaces from corrosion and moisture
  • Dries to a black paintable finish
  • Excellent rust preventer

Professional Undercoat and Sound Eliminator

  • Dries to a black paintable finish
  • Excellent rust preventer and sound eliminator
  • Quick dry formula
  • Comfort touch nozzle

Premium Undercoat Body Shop Formulation and Sound Elimination

  • Quick dry formula - Dries in less than 10 minutes
  • Dries to black paintable finish
  • Excellent rust preventer and sound eliminator
  • Comfort touch nozzle
  • For the ultimate in undercoating protection

Vinyl & Fabric Spray

Restore the color and finish to your car or truck’s vinyl, simulated leather or fabric interior. No need for a primer. It is flexible when it dries and won’t rub off, chip, crack or peel. Great for interior trim, seats, consoles, floor mats, dash panels, fabric seats and carpeting.

Wheel Paint

This advanced polyurethane formula creates a tough, durable coating to protect steel and chrome surfaces from oxidation and severe weather conditions. Available in popular finishes. Ideal for hubcaps, trim and accessories.

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