Blog
Where to Find the Paint Code on a Holden, Ford and Toyota
Where to look for the paint code on modern Holden, Ford and Toyota models, and what the code looks like.
What Clear Coat to Use Over an Aerosol Basecoat
Most paint mixed to code is a basecoat and needs a clear coat over it. Here is how to choose between 1K and 2K clear for an aerosol repair.
Mipa vs DeBeer: Which Paint System Suits Your Panel Shop?
Mipa and DeBeer are the two paint systems we mix at Melton Paint. Here is how panel shops can choose between them.
How to Choose Sandpaper Grits for Car Paint Repairs
Which sandpaper grit to use for filler, primer, paint prep, clear coat and polishing. A simple grit chart and tips from Melton Paint.
How to Use Body Filler on a Dent
How to prepare, mix, apply and sand body filler on a car dent, plus which filler to choose. Practical guide with safety tips from Melton Paint.
1K vs 2K Clear Coat: Which Should You Use?
The difference between 1K and 2K clear coat, how they cure, durability, safety and when to use each. Plain advice from Melton Paint.
How to Spray a Bumper with Aerosol Paint
Step-by-step guide to painting a plastic bumper with aerosols: cleaning, sanding, plastic primer, colour and clear. Tips from Melton Paint.
How to Touch Up Car Paint with an Aerosol
Step-by-step guide to a clean aerosol touch-up: clean, sand, prime, colour and clear.
How to Find Your Car's Paint Code
Where to find the paint code on Holden, Ford, Valiant and modern cars, so we can mix the right colour.
