Semi-gloss, matte, or satin finish, whatever you want to call it, is a popular way to finish a hot rod, muscle car or classic. There are a ton of ways to use it, from dulling the hood, creating ghost ...

For an of-the-moment nail look, a matte top coat lends instant attitude. A mediocre formula can result in noticeable track marks and an oddly milky cast, but the best matte top coats leave a velvety ...

If you’ve got something difficult to paint, something that's out of the ordinary, chances are good that somebody makes a specialized spray paint to coat it. There are paints to spray automotive ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Matte paint finishes are as easy to care for as regular car paint. The difference is in the products used when washing or sealing the finish.

A friend of mine got a new Porsche 911 GT3 last year and before he even brought it home, he had it wrapped in a paint protection film by local company Xpel. Porsche doesn’t offer a matte finish for ...

It seems like car enthusiasts and automakers all compete to create the shiniest, most reflective paint finishes possible. More recently, however, some have turned to a different type of finish in ...

There’s nothing like the look of a freshly painted, shiny manicure. It always makes you feel a little fancier, and lets the world know you have your shit together. But sometimes you want something a ...

Building on the Viper's existing "1 of 1" personalization progeam, the 2016 Dodge Viper is now offered with matte paint across the color palette. The addition of a matte finish now doubles the amount ...

Matte paint finishes have a certain wow factor that gives cars a stealthy, high-end vibe that turns heads. A few years ago, you'd only spot a modified car with such finishes. But recently, they've ...