Ice Pearls

House of Kolor Ice Pearls for Custom Finishes

House of Kolor Ice Pearls are specialist effect pigments designed to add pearl sparkle, optical depth and distinctive light-reactive character to custom paintwork. They can be used on cars, motorcycles, helmets, graphics and other specialist projects.

The final appearance is influenced not only by the Ice Pearl pigment itself but also by the ground-coat colour, pigment concentration, application technique and complete coating system.

What Is an Ice Pearl Effect?

An Ice Pearl is a pearl-type effect pigment that reflects light differently depending on viewing angle and illumination. This can create additional sparkle, depth and a more dynamic appearance than a conventional solid colour.

The final effect can range from subtle to highly noticeable depending on the pigment, ground coat and application level.

Ice Pearls for Cars & Motorcycles

House of Kolor Ice Pearls are particularly suitable for custom cars, motorcycles, show vehicles and specialist components.

Depending on the coating system, they can be used across complete surfaces, as accents, within graphics or in combination with other House of Kolor effects.

How Ground-Coat Colour Affects Ice Pearls

The ground-coat colour has a major influence on the final appearance. The same Ice Pearl pigment can produce very different tones, contrast and visual effects over light, dark or coloured bases.

For this reason, the ground coat, effect layer and clear coat should always be considered together as part of one complete custom paint system.

Subtle or Dramatic Pearl Effects

Depending on the chosen product and application method, Ice Pearls can create either a subtle pearl shimmer or a more pronounced custom effect.

Pigment concentration, coat count and ground colour all contribute to the final level of sparkle and visual intensity.

Applying Ice Pearl Pigments

Ice Pearl pigments should be used with the appropriate carrier and coating system specified for the relevant House of Kolor product.

Mixing ratio, application technique and coat count should always follow the technical data sheet. Consistent spray distance, overlap and film build are important for an even appearance.

Combining Ice Pearls with Other Effects

Within suitable House of Kolor systems, Ice Pearls may be combined with custom base colours, translucent colour layers or other specialist effects.

More complex multi-stage finishes should only be built using compatible products and according to the manufacturer's technical instructions.

Clear Coat Over Ice Pearls

Many Ice Pearl systems use a compatible clear coat over the effect layer. The clear coat provides the specified final gloss, surface appearance and protection of the complete coating system.

Always use clear coats and supporting materials approved for the selected House of Kolor system.

Create a Test Panel Before Painting

A test panel is strongly recommended before applying Ice Pearls to the final project. It allows the ground colour, pigment concentration, coat count and clear coat to be evaluated together.

This is particularly useful when a precise level of sparkle or a specific custom colour effect is required.

Tips for Using House of Kolor Ice Pearls

• work on a clean and correctly prepared substrate,
• select the ground-coat colour carefully,
• keep the Ice Pearl pigment evenly distributed in the appropriate carrier,
• maintain consistent spray distance and overlap,
• produce a test panel before the final application,
• always follow the technical data sheet for the specific House of Kolor product.

When working with automotive coatings, carriers and solvent-based materials, provide suitable ventilation and use the personal protective equipment specified in the relevant safety data sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ice Pearls