Striping & Lettering

House of Kolor Striping & Lettering Paints

House of Kolor Striping & Lettering paints are designed for hand-painted pinstripes, lettering and detailed custom graphics. They can be used to create distinctive lines, outlines, text and decorative artwork on cars, motorcycles, helmets and other correctly prepared surfaces.

These paints are particularly suited to applications where precise brush control, consistent line quality and strong custom colours are important.

Pinstriping & Hand-Painted Lines

Pinstriping is a traditional custom-paint technique in which a specialist brush is used to create fine continuous lines and decorative patterns. It can range from simple panel outlines to complex symmetrical designs.

The final line quality is influenced by paint viscosity, brush selection, hand movement and surface preparation.

Lettering & Hand-Painted Graphics

Lettering paints can be used to create hand-painted text, numbers, outlines and graphic elements. They are particularly suitable for adding distinctive custom details to vehicles, motorcycles, signs and other decorative surfaces.

Different lettering styles, outlines and shading techniques can be combined to create traditional or contemporary custom artwork.

Custom Graphics for Cars & Motorcycles

Striping & Lettering products are not limited to traditional pinstripes. With suitable techniques they can also be used for custom graphics, borders, detailing and decorative elements.

They are particularly popular for hot rods, custom cars, motorcycles, helmets and show vehicles where hand-painted details form part of the overall design.

Correct Surface Preparation

For clean and durable results, the surface should be correctly prepared, clean and free from contamination. Compatibility between the Striping & Lettering paint and the underlying coating should always be checked.

When applying artwork over an existing basecoat or clear-coated surface, follow the specified recoat windows and preparation procedures for the House of Kolor system being used.

Choosing a Brush for Pinstriping & Lettering

The correct pinstriping or lettering brush has a major influence on line quality. Long, fine lines may require a different brush shape from wider lettering or detailed graphic work.

Select the brush according to the required line width, paint viscosity and painting technique.

Clear Coating Over Striping & Lettering

Depending on the House of Kolor system and application, a compatible clear coat may be applied over completed striping or lettering. This can help integrate the artwork into the overall finish and provide the protection specified by the complete coating system.

Always observe the required drying and recoating times before applying subsequent layers.

Tips for Using Striping & Lettering Paints

• work on a clean and correctly prepared surface,
• use brushes suitable for the chosen technique,
• follow House of Kolor thinning and application instructions,
• practise complex graphics or lettering before the final application,
• check compatibility with coatings below and above the artwork,
• observe the required drying and recoating times.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Striping & Lettering Paints