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Whether you’re repairing a scratch, repainting a panel or carrying out a full vehicle restoration, choosing the right car paint can make all the difference to the finished result.
At Valtone Paints & Coatings in Bridgwater, Somerset, we supply automotive paint, colour-matching products, aerosols and paint preparation products for professional bodyshops, trade customers and people working on their own vehicles.
In this guide, we’ll explain what to consider when buying car paint, how automotive colour matching works and why proper preparation is just as important as choosing the paint itself.
The right automotive paint depends on the vehicle, the repair you’re carrying out and how you intend to apply the paint.
A small repair may require a very different solution from a complete panel or full vehicle respray.
Common automotive paint and refinishing products include:
You’ll also need to consider the surface you’re painting and the products already on the vehicle.
If you’re unsure what you need, getting advice before starting the job can save both time and money.
Finding the right colour isn’t always as simple as looking at a vehicle and choosing the closest shade.
Vehicle manufacturers use paint codes to identify colours, but the appearance of a vehicle’s paint can change over time. Age, sunlight, previous repairs and variations in the original finish can all affect how closely a newly mixed colour matches the paint that’s currently on the vehicle.
That’s where car paint colour matching can help.
At Valtone Paints & Coatings, we have a spectrometer for automotive colour matching. Bring the relevant vehicle part into our Bridgwater shop and we can scan it to help identify an appropriate colour match.
This can be particularly useful when matching paint for:
For many repairs, getting the colour right is one of the most important parts of achieving a professional-looking finish.
If you’ve been searching for car paint near me, car paint in Bridgwater or automotive paint in Somerset, Valtone offers a local alternative to ordering paint without being able to discuss your requirements first.
We’re based at:
Valtone Paints & Coatings
Unit 6, Beech Business Park
Bristol Road
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 4FF
Customers can visit us to discuss their project, find the products they need and get advice from people with automotive paint experience.
Our in-house expert Keith has years of industry experience and can help customers choose suitable paint and preparation products for their project.
Yes. Car paint aerosols can be a convenient option for smaller jobs where using a spray gun and compressor isn’t practical.
Depending on the job, automotive aerosols can be useful for smaller repairs, individual components and other automotive refinishing work.
However, preparation still matters.
Even excellent automotive paint won’t hide poor surface preparation. Before applying paint, the surface may need cleaning, sanding, filling, priming or degreasing depending on its condition.
When people think about repainting a vehicle, they naturally concentrate on the colour.
But a quality finish starts long before the colour coat is applied.
A typical automotive paint repair may involve several stages:
1. Cleaning
Remove dirt, grease, wax and other contamination from the area.
2. Sanding and preparation
The surface needs to be prepared correctly so subsequent coatings can adhere properly.
3. Filling where necessary
Damage and imperfections may need to be repaired and levelled before painting.
4. Priming
Using the appropriate primer creates a suitable foundation for the paint system.
5. Applying the car paint
The colour coat can then be applied using the appropriate method for the product and repair.
6. Clear coat and finishing
Where the paint system requires it, a suitable clear coat provides the final finish and protection.
The exact process varies depending on the paint system, substrate and type of repair, so always follow the relevant product instructions.
The paint itself is only one part of an automotive refinishing job.
Valtone stocks a range of automotive paint and preparation supplies, including products for:
Having compatible products throughout the job can make the entire process easier and help achieve a better final result.
You don’t necessarily need to operate a bodyshop to buy professional automotive paint supplies.
Our customers include trade professionals as well as enthusiasts carrying out their own vehicle repairs, restoration work and other projects.
If you’re new to automotive painting, it’s particularly important to check which paint, primer, thinner, activator or clear coat is suitable before buying.
Instead of guessing, speak to us about the project and we’ll help point you towards the appropriate products.
If you’re based in Bridgwater, Somerset or the surrounding area and need car paint, automotive colour matching or refinishing supplies, visit Valtone Paints & Coatings.
Whether you’re repairing one panel, restoring a classic vehicle or carrying out professional bodyshop work, we stock a wide range of automotive paint, preparation products and accessories.
Bring the relevant vehicle part into our Bridgwater store and ask us about our spectrometer colour-matching service.
Valtone Paints & Coatings
Unit 6, Beech Business Park
Bristol Road
Bridgwater, Somerset
TA6 4FF
Telephone: 01278 551550
Visit us in store or browse our automotive paint and refinishing products online.
