What it means
Clearcoat is the outer coating layer in a typical automotive refinish system. Gloss, matte and product-specific clearcoats create different visual results and demand different preparation and application controls.
What to control
- Choose gloss or matte clearcoat based on the target finish.
- Follow the specified primer and basecoat sequence.
- Control film build and environmental conditions.
- Do not polish a matte clearcoat unless the product system allows it.
Technical note
Product performance, compatibility, drying, curing and regulatory information must be confirmed against the current TDS, SDS and label for the selected SKU.
