Help Getting Silver POP
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White95Max
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That's what I almost always use for a cleaner. AIO never lets me down.
ajmrn30
New member
AIO, KSG (x2), QD
Next time, I'm considering the Werkstatt twins (Prime/AJ). Anyone have any imput on using these products on silver paint?
Next time, I'm considering the Werkstatt twins (Prime/AJ). Anyone have any imput on using these products on silver paint?
BigChevMan
Broke Detailer
Zaino
It's 99% in the angle of the shot and the amount of flake in the paint.
It's 99% in the angle of the shot and the amount of flake in the paint.
theamcguy
I like mine to shine!!!
The problem is the light. Dark colors look great and have good depth in bright light while light colors (white, silver) look good in low light conditions. Trouble is most guys want their car to look good in bright light conditions and white and silver just won't pop under those conditions.
DrSauekraut
CIXELSYD
Silver isn’t nearly as difficult as Audi/VW Imola Yellow :wall
My experience with silver hasn’t been too bad. Polish the paint to flawless (or near flawless) finish. With silver in particular, I prefer 1Z polishes. There’s something to 1Z which allows metallic flakes to pop and gloss to flow fender to fender. Top with a quality sealant to not only protect, but also amplify the brilliant shine. Here’s the kicker . . . add several coats of carnauba (pure or synthetic hybrid will do). My own personal preference is #16, PW, or 1000P. Voila! Depth, fantastic shine, crisp reflections, and dripping wet gloss.
My experience with silver hasn’t been too bad. Polish the paint to flawless (or near flawless) finish. With silver in particular, I prefer 1Z polishes. There’s something to 1Z which allows metallic flakes to pop and gloss to flow fender to fender. Top with a quality sealant to not only protect, but also amplify the brilliant shine. Here’s the kicker . . . add several coats of carnauba (pure or synthetic hybrid will do). My own personal preference is #16, PW, or 1000P. Voila! Depth, fantastic shine, crisp reflections, and dripping wet gloss.
SilverLexus
Super Enthusiast
I politely disagree. Silver can pop well in sunlight and under fluorescent lights.
White95Max
New member
Silver and white will lack any depth in bright conditions if you're looking at a panel that is in direct sun. Having owned a white car, and currently owning a silver car, I can definitely and completely agree that both colors look incredible in low light conditions, and the appearance in full sunlight cannot compare at all.