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Matte Finish Care
Articles and vides on how to maintain a matte finish car in its original appearance.
WHY SPECIAL PRODUCTS?
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Matte, satin and all other non-gloss finishes look the way they do because of the "rough" nature of their surface. Glossy finishes shine because the surface is smooth, causing light to reflect at parallel angles to your eyes, which produces a distinct image, much like a mirror. Non-gloss finishes, on the other hand, have hills and valleys at the microscopic level, which causes light to scatter when reflected. Because the light scatters, not all of it makes it to your eyes, so you get more of a dull sheen instead of a distinct image. Many car care products contain ingredients like silicone or wax to fill in scratches and produce a smooth surface with a stunning gloss — and that's not what you want to see on a matte finish. For this reason, we've engineered products that protect and maintain without filling in the hills and valleys that give matte its signature non-reflective look.
Why Special Products for Matte?
WHAT SHOULD I USE ON MY CAR?
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The Matte Paint Prescription includes Matte Body Wash, Matte Paint Cleanser, Matte Final Finish and Matte Paint Coating. For more durable ceramic coating protection, try Matte Paint Coating Pro. All matte finish products are compatible with the glossy sections of the vehicle. While Matte Paint Coating and Matte Paint Cleanser are compatible with vinyl, for maximum durability and cleaning power we recommend Matte Film Coating Kit and Film Cleanser instead. The Matte Paint Prescription includes Matte Body Wash, Matte Paint Cleanser, Matte Final Finish and Matte Paint Coating. For more durable ceramic coating protection, try Matte Paint Coating Pro. The Matte Paint Prescription includes Matte Body Wash, Matte Paint Cleanser, Matte Final Finish and Matte Paint Coating. For more durable ceramic coating protection, try Matte Paint Coating Pro. The Matte Paint Prescription includes Matte Body Wash, Matte Paint Cleanser, Matte Final Finish and Matte Paint Coating. For more durable ceramic coating protection, try Matte Paint Coating Pro. Click below to register as a Kona VIP and receive 15% off all bottled products.
PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS BY VEHICLE
BMW
RECOMMENDED KITS/PRODUCTS
Matte Paint Prescription
From: $174.96
Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
$57.99
Matte Tire Conditioner
From: $19.99
Matte Decon
From: $24.99
Matte Paint Coating Pro Kit
$500.00
DODGE/SRT
GENERAL RECOMMENDED KITS/PRODUCTS
Matte Paint Prescription
From: $174.96 Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
$57.99 Matte Tire Conditioner
From: $19.99 Matte Decon
From: $24.99
FOR VINYL SECTIONS
Matte Film Coating Kit
$74.99
Film Cleanser
From: $19.99
MERCEDES
RECOMMENDED KITS/PRODUCTS
Matte Paint Prescription
From: $174.96 Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
$57.99 Matte Tire Conditioner
From: $19.99 Matte Decon
From: $24.99 Matte Paint Coating Pro Kit
$500.00
AUDI
RECOMMENDED KITS/PRODUCTS
Matte Paint Prescription
From: $174.96 Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
$57.99 Matte Tire Conditioner
From: $19.99 Matte Decon
From: $24.99 Matte Paint Coating Pro Kit
$500.00
HYUNDAI
RECOMMENDED KITS/PRODUCTS
Matte Paint Prescription
From: $174.96 Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
$57.99 Matte Tire Conditioner
From: $19.99 Matte Decon
From: $24.99 Matte Paint Coating Pro Kit
$500.00
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HOW DO I CARE FOR MATTE?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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NO. Matte paint is no harder or softer than its glossy equivalent. Matte paint Scratches on matte paint finishes can often be hidden by simply cleaning the YES. Matte care products like those from Dr. Beasley's are matte-safe in the To decontaminate a matte paint finish, a chemical decontaminant is required. YES — BUT... Most matte paint care products will also work with wraps and A matte safe wash soap is a great way to clean your wheels and tires while you
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DOES MATTE PAINT SCRATCH MORE EASILY?
actually hides scratches better than glossy paint, since light is scattered and
diffused rather than concentrated and reflected.
HOW DO I REMOVE SCRATCHES?
scratch itself. If you want to remove the scratch completely, however, you will
need to have the area re-painted.
CAN I USE MATTE PRODUCTS ON SATIN PAINT? GLOSSY PAINT?
sense that they do not alter the natural appearance of the paint they are
applied to. That means finishes across the reflective spectrum are compatible,
from satin to semi-gloss to full gloss!
HOW CAN I DECONTAMINATE MATTE WITHOUT DETAILING CLAY?
These products work by lifting out and breaking down contamination
embedded in the finish.
WHAT ABOUT MATTE WRAPS AND PPF?
paint protection film. There are, however, certain types of products where a
solution engineered for wraps and PPF is needed. This is the case for ceramic
coatings and spot cleaners, so be sure yours is formulated specifically for film.
WHAT DO I USE ON THE WHEELS AND TIRES?
wash, but for more embedded contamination we recommend a dedicated
matte-safe wheel cleaner. A matte-safe wheel sealant and tire conditioner are
also recommended.
OUR MATTE FINISH CARE LINE
FOR MATTE VEHICLES
The Matte Paint Prescription includes everything needed to clean, protect and maintain a matte finish.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
From: $174.96
FOR MATTE FEATURES
The Mini Matte Kit includes all the Rx products, sized down for partially matte finishes.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
From: $99.99
FOR MATTE MOTORCYCLES
The Matte Motorcyle Prescription includes a motorcycle body brush in addition to smaller bottles.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
From: $99.99
Wash Soap
Matte Body Wash breaks down contaminants for easy washing without altering appearance.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
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Matte Body Wash
From: $29.99
Quick Detail Spray
Matte Final Finish removes light messes for a fast, matte-safe clean between washes.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
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Matte Final Finish
From: $29.99
Spot Cleaner
Matte Paint Cleanser breaks down stubborn stains and gunk so they can be safely removed.
For vinyl wraps and PPF, try Film Cleanser.
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Matte Paint Cleanser
From: $34.99
Aggressive Spot Cleaner
Matte Paint Cleanser breaks down the most stubborn contaminants such as bonded road tar or tree sap.
For vinyl wraps and PPF, try Film Cleanser.
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Matte Paint Cleanser Pro
$29.99
Waterless Wash
Matte Waterless Wash removes loose contaminants when a conventional wash isn’t possible.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
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Matte Waterless Wash
From: $29.99
Decontaminant
Matte Decon lifts out and breaks down embedded environmental contamination for safe removal.
Compatible with vinyl wraps and PPF.
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Matte Decon
From: $24.99
5-Year Ceramic Coating
Matte Paint Coating Pro Kit protects matte finishes against stains, UV rays and naturally self-heals fine scratches and wash marks.
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Matte Paint Coating Pro Kit
$500.00
2-Year Ceramic Coating
Matte Paint Coating protects matte finishes against stains and UV rays, makes cleaning easier and helps to resist scratches.
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Matte Paint Coating
From: $49.99
Lifetime Wrap Coating
Matte Film Coating Kit lasts the lifetime of the wrap or PPF applied to and helps resist UV damage, disadhesion and dirtying.
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Matte Film Coating Kit
$74.99
Coating Rejuvenator
AdvanceCoat: Matte reinforces ceramic coating durability, restoring water repellant properties and extending coating lifespan.
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AdvanceCoat: Matte
From: $39.99
Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit includes products to clean and protect wheels while maintaining their factory appearance.
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Matte Wheel Cleaning Kit
$57.99
Matte Tire Conditioner
Matte Tire Conditioner revitalizes tires while applying UV protection. Formulated to not stain matte paint finishes.
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Matte Tire Conditioner
From: $19.99
Ceramic Coating for Wheels
Matte Paint Coating protects against brake dust and can be applied to calipers as well.
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Matte Paint Coating
From: $49.99
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