The science of colour matching
When it comes to vehicle painting, one of the biggest challenges is achieving a perfect colour match. Whether your vehicle needs a small touch-up, a whole panel respray, or a complete colour change, precision with colour is key. Even the slightest mismatch in colour can stand out, effecting not just the car’s appearance but also its value and overall finish. Here at Onyx Aim, we take colour matching seriously – we have refined our process to ensure every paint job or repair blends seamlessly.
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No shades are exactly alike
Many people assume that using the manufacturer’s paint code will guarantee a perfect match, when that is only the starting point. Each paint batch can have slight variations due to production differences, ageing, and even environmental exposure. Sunlight, weather, and washing products can all gradually change the tone of your car’s paint over time. This means even a “correct” colour option can look slightly off when freshly applied. That is why at Onyx Aim, we go beyond the standard code, and hand-match and visually assess the colour against your vehicle to achieve the colour that is needed.
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The role of technology
Modern re-painting has come a long way from just visual comparisons – at Onyx Aim, we use advanced colour-matching technology, that can digitally analyse your vehicle’s paint surface. This allows us to recreate the exact shade, even accounting for any fading that may have occurred. Once identified, our paint technicians carefully mix the pigments to achieve a perfect balance before finally applying test sprays to verify the result under different lighting conditions.
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Blending techniques
Matching the paint is only part of the process, the way it is applied is just as important. Our technicians use refined blending techniques, gradually adding new paint into surrounding areas to ensure a smooth transition. After the colour is applied, multiple layers of clear finishing coats are used to lock in the depth and gloss, followed by polishing to achieve a high-quality finish. This attention to detail is what makes our results at Onyx Aim stand out.
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Protecting value
Poor colour matching can impact the resale value of your vehicle. A visible mismatch in paint can suggest a rushed or low-quality repair, which can put off any potential buyers. Maintaining a consistent and professional finish ensures that your car looks as good as new and stays that way for many years.
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Expertise
Our team’s knowledge spans across multiple automotive sectors, where accuracy and quality are vital. That expertise carries through to every job we do, ensuring that each vehicle receives the same care and attention. Every respray or repair we undertake at Onyx Aim is carefully checked under multiple conditions, guaranteeing that once your vehicle leaves our workshop, the finish looks original and consistent.
By combining technology, premium materials, and decades of hands-on expertise, we deliver results that will last for years to come. For more information about or re-painting services or any other service we provide, please take a look around our website today – where you can find all of the information you need.
