Tail Light Tint Spray

Tail Light Tint Spray for Transparent Colouring

Tail light tint spray is a transparent coating designed to change the colour or shade of a compatible clear surface without completely covering it like an opaque paint.

It can be used for decorative colouring of suitable automotive lamp lenses and other compatible transparent plastic or glass surfaces.

The current range includes black and red transparent Car-Rep lamp tint sprays in 400 ml aerosol cans.

Black Tail Light Tint Spray

Black transparent lamp paint creates a darker smoked appearance while retaining a degree of transparency.

The final shade depends strongly on film build. Additional coats normally produce a darker result, so apply thin layers and check the appearance before adding further material.

Excessive tinting can reduce light transmission, which is particularly important when the coating is applied to vehicle lighting.

Red Lamp Tint Spray

Red transparent lamp paint produces a translucent red finish on suitable clear surfaces.

The original substrate colour, film thickness and number of coats all influence the final appearance, so a test application is recommended before coating the complete part.

Lamp Tint vs Conventional Spray Paint

Conventional spray paint normally creates an opaque colour layer. Transparent lamp tint is designed to alter the shade while retaining a degree of transparency.

For this reason, ordinary black or red spray paint should not automatically be substituted for a transparent lamp coating.

Suitable Surfaces

The current Car-Rep products are specified for compatible transparent plastics, glass, lamps and selected other surfaces.

Because automotive lens materials and previous coatings can differ, always carry out a compatibility test before treating the complete surface.

Surface Preparation

1. Clean the surface thoroughly.
2. Remove grease, wax, silicone and other contamination.
3. Allow the surface to dry completely.
4. Mask surrounding areas.
5. Carry out a test spray to check compatibility and colour.

The current Car-Rep lamp tint sprays do not require a separate primer according to their product instructions, but this should not be assumed for every lamp coating.

How to Apply Lamp Tint Spray

Always follow the instructions supplied with the individual product.

Shake the aerosol thoroughly and apply light, even coats from the specified spraying distance. Keep the can moving to avoid excessive film build in one area.

With transparent coatings, several light applications provide better control over the final shade than one heavy coat.

How Many Coats Are Required?

There is no universal number of coats. The correct film build depends on the required appearance, substrate and individual product.

Each additional coat can increase colour intensity and reduce light transmission, so inspect the result before applying another layer.

UV & Weather Resistance

The current Car-Rep lamp tint products are specified as UV- and weather-resistant.

This should not be confused with a dedicated scratch-resistant clear coat or headlamp restoration coating. The primary function of these products is transparent colouring.

Road-Legal Considerations

Important: vehicle lamps and signalling equipment are subject to legal and technical requirements covering colour, light output and approved construction.

Applying tint paint can alter light transmission, colour and the approved performance of the lamp. Check current local regulations before modifying lighting fitted to a road-going vehicle.

The fact that a coating can physically be applied to a lamp does not mean that the resulting modification is legal for public-road use.

Safe Application

Use aerosol coatings only with adequate ventilation and in accordance with the product label and safety data sheet.

Use the specified respiratory, eye and skin protection and keep aerosols away from flames, sparks and other ignition sources.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tail Light Tint Spray