Category Archives: Matte Car Care

5 Ways to Hide Scratches in Matte Finish Cars
12
Dec
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Matte Car Care, Matte Car Detailing Basics

5 Ways to Hide Scratches on Matte Finish Cars

Posted on by Victor Espeland

The hazy sheen of a matte or satin finish on a car looks amazing. That is, until you have to deal with a scratch in the paint.  A scratch on a matte finish is a major annoyance for two reasons: So wait… if you can’t polish a matte finish, how are you supposed to hide […]

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19
Nov
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Matte Car Care, Matte Wheels

Matte Black vs. Gloss Black Wheels — Which Should I Get?

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Picking out wheels for a new car or buying aftermarket rims for one you already own? There’s a good chance you’re asking this question: “Should I get gloss black wheels or matte black wheels?” There’s a lot to consider when making this choice, such as aesthetics, ease of maintenance, durability, even resale value. How do […]

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TM Coat on Matte Metal Limited Edition Toyota Crown Sport Crossover
11
Oct
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Exterior Detailing, Matte Car Care, Matte Ceramic Coating

What is TM Coat, Toyota’s New Factory Coating for Matte Cars?

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Toyota announced recently a new factory-applied protective coating specifically designed for matte finishes. Dubbed “TM Coat”, it was announced as a feature of the limited “Matte Metal” paint sported by Japan-only special edition of the 2024 Toyota Crown Sport Crossover.  It would seem the new “TM Coat” aims to address one of the biggest challenges […]

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Dr. Beasley's Matte Paint Coating on a Lamborghini.
28
Aug
Behind the Detail, Dr. Beasley's News, Featured, Matte Car Care, Matte Ceramic Coating, Press Releases, Videos & Media

Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Coating Named Best Matte Finish Detailing Product

Posted on by Victor Espeland

CHICAGO — Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Coating, the pioneering ceramic coating formulated exclusively for matte finish vehicles, was named “Best Matte Finish Care Product” in Pan The Organizer‘s 2023 Car Detailing Product Awards. Pan The Organizer, an influential YouTuber in the automotive detailing community, meticulously evaluated and scrutinized a wide range of car care products […]

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Hood of Dodge Durango being paint corrected
10
May
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Dr. Beasley's News, Exterior Detailing, Garage & Equipment, Matte Car Care, Paint Correction, Professional Detailing, The Future of Detailing, Videos & Media

Photos from “Future of Detailing” Clinic — May 2022

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03
Feb
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Matte Car Care, Professional Detailing, Videos & Media

Frozen BMW M5 Protected with Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Coating Pro

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Awhile back Cristian at VehicleVirals.Com reached out asking for advice on matte finish care products. He had purchased a BMW M5 in a Frozen Black finish and was totally lost as to how to maintain the flat paint sheen — that is until his good friend Matt Moreman at Obsessed Garage pointed him towards Dr. […]

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Matte black Mercedes-Benz AMG G63.
20
Sep
Behind the Detail, Featured, Guides & Tips, Matte Car Care, Matte Car Detailing Basics, Tips

Matte Black Car Paint Pros and Cons

Posted on by Victor Espeland

The Batmobile. The stealth B-2 Bomber. Darth Vader’s TIE fighter. If these icons of cool are what come to mind when you see a car decked out in matte black paint, you’re not alone. It’s no surprise why — people associate matte black cars with mystery, sophistication and coolness. In terms of car paint, it’s […]

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13
Feb
Behind the Detail, Featured, How To, Matte Car Care, Matte Car Detailing Basics, Tips

The Beginner’s Guide To Taking Care of Matte Paint

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Wondering how you go about taking care of matte paint? You’re in luck. We’re partnering with a major OEM to include a Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Prescription with every one of their new factory matte painted vehicles, part of which includes a beginner’s guide to matte paint care. In the spirit of spreading car care […]

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matte products on glossy paint
23
Mar
Featured, Matte Car Care, Matte Car Detailing Basics, Matte Car Washing, Matte Ceramic Coating, Matte PPF & Vinyl Wraps

Can I Use Matte Products On Glossy Paint?

Posted on by Victor Espeland

People routinely ask us whether you can use Dr. Beasley’s matte paint care products on glossy paint. Which isn’t surprising; most would assume that if glossy products make matte shine, then matte products would make gloss dull.

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Matte Body Wash pouring into a five gallon bucket
28
Nov
Behind the Detail, Featured, Guides & Tips, Matte Car Care, Tips

How To Winterize a Matte Car

Posted on by Victor Espeland

If you want to make sure your matte-finished vehicle is protected from all the snow, sleet and salt on the roads this winter, you need to know how to winterize a matte car. Thankfully, it’s a lot easier than it sounds. Whether you’ve got a brand new Challenger with a matte hood or a Benz with […]

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