Where do you get paint

[Arthur]

what companies do you get your paint from? Do they have Pearls/ kandies/ etc.

Thanks,
Arthur

 

[ezrider]

Arthur, automotive paint supply stores, or you can shop the web for places like www.coastairbrush.com

 

[big stinkie]

I'd recommend a local shop in your area over a mail order outfit for only one reason...so you can go in and talk to them directly. I went into the local PPG dealer and asked a few simple questions and bought a gun and some paint according to their answers and recommendations. Each time I went in I bought something...even if I didn't really need it...like a roll of masking tape or some sandpaper. I figured they would eventually see me as a regular paying customer.

Pretty soon they warmed up to me and said, "If you ever have a question, just ask!" My plan worked! (I have lots of extra tape and sand paper, though!)

The best part about having a local guy is that you can take your mistakes to him and he can tell you what you did wrong. Been there...done that.

If you don't have any dealers nearby, you might cozy up to the folks in a body shop. They get their stuff from somewhere, and they could suggest some places for you to try.

Personally, I trade with Duncan Auto Paints in Olathe, KS. Good guys, there.

 

[Noelbiker]

Hey Arthur I'm also from Rochester,NY .
I usually get my paint from Autofinishers
it's located off route 104 in the city at Clinton Ave. They have a good selection including Dupont and House of Color. Anytihing else I can help with let me know...

 

[Arthur]

Thanks so far I've tried Aratari (I think thats how it's spelled) which was pretty good and auto stores they all have a pretty good sellection, of spray paint but none sutable air brushes or sprayers. Thanks for the tip I'll definetly try it out. Can you get fine sand paper there to?

 

[Noelbiker]

Yes Arthur they have quite a good selection of everything except airbrushes .I got mine at rochester art supply. I't a pasche vl I like it alot. Good Luck

 

[Arthur]

I've got a VL to which I think works great. What presures do you use and what needles? I got mine at Dan"s Crafts and Things they have a pretty good selection on paint and air brush supplies but they kill you on the price.