What is a pearl paint finish?
Custom paint jobs can make even an ordinary car look extraordinary. Pearl paint is one of many options that can make your car shine.Pearl Paint FinishPearl paint is a special paint and technique used for custom-looking finishes on cars. Flakes of mica (a reflective mineral) in the paint make the color look different when viewed from different angles.PearlescentPearlescent describes factory paint jobs in which flakes of mica are mixed right into the paint.Pearl Tri-ColorInitially, pearl paint finishes were created using a three-coat process called pearl tri-color. The plain car color is applied first, followed by a clear coat of paint that contains the mica flakes. A second clear coat is applied last.EffectsPearl paint finishes can add depth of color and color-changing properties when properly applied to a vehicle.ConsiderationsWhen buying a car with a pearl finish, or deciding to have your car painted with pearl, make sure you find an automotive painter who has experience with pearl fi
