How to Blackout Chrome on a Car with Shadow Chrome
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- Dupli-Color® Shadow™ Chrome Black-Out Coating is a two-can system that is resistant to brake dust, road abrasion, chipping, and fading making it ideal for chrome wheels, bumpers, interior/exterior trim, accessories, and under hood components. Brian and Brian will apply the translucent black base coat and the clear top coat to create the popular look of blackout chrome on polished metal or chrome surfaces for cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
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This product is amazing! My wife and I just spent today gathering tools, she stood by watching the progress as I prepared, painted, then clear coated my 22' blemished chrome rims. Thanks to the informative guy at Advance auto and our automotive paint shop on schuyler. Now is the 5 hour wait to remount. Pix coming....
Can't wait to see the photos tjsax7!
duplicolortv Are they dry yet?
Guys, you didn't show the finish product? The camera never zoomed into the wheel.
Hey pepi... as long as you use our Adhesion Promoter primer to prep the plastic surface, you can use Shadow over it... the brilliance of the finish will be slightly less, but it will definitely work... hope this helps... thank you...
@ddbayles Yes. Shadow will work over any chrome surface. The higher quality the chrome surface the better Shadow will look.
Hi Fernando -
You're correct, the imperfections would definitely show through with this product. We don't have any products in our line which would give a similar effect and mask any blemishes on the wheel.
You could definitely look into our Wheel Coatings and possibly adding Dupli-Coor Mirage or Clear Effex to mock up the shiny/mirror finish.
Used this product, it was a bit tougher in my case as I did several, different color layers.
The holes being first, all other areas taped off. After a couple coats, (there were two areas of tape left through all but clear to retain full chrome), I found, removing the tape to be the most difficult in the beginning. Being translucent, it wanted to come off with the tape. Even after 24 hours of dry time. I "edged the tape at this point with the point of a craft knife", then removed tape.
In all, there are three colors on my rims. The holes being the darkest as each additional layer, as areas were un-taped, still added to the holes. Was a HUGE improvement over stock rim look.
2000 Regal GSe, currently under heavy mods. The idea was, the stock rims will eventually only be used w/racing "street race" radials from Hoosier, but man, will it look good going fast...................
Just remember, CLEAN really good first. I used Brake cleaner, then acetone, then finally, just before painting, I found rubbing alcohol as a good prep. I've a body guy, good friend, he uses Windex often, and I did this on my mirrors, worked great also.
Does NOT work on anything other than Chrome though, and my only issue, it took two boxes, I was hoping for only one, but then, I did "layer the colors" so I probably used more doing it that way.
+Jim Holley We're glad you liked our product, Jim!
+Jim Holley how can i move it recover my old-original color
***** your best bet is laquer thinner. Verify w/ the Duplicolor guys, but I'm pretty positive the thinner won't affect or etch good chrome.
Hey Pokeeey... there is no need to sand before starting... just make certain the rims are clean and dry... hope this helps... thank you...
@MrHoess1234
Yes, prep is the most important part of any paint project. We recommend thoroughly washing and degreasing prior to paint application. A clean surface allows for the paint to adhere and since Shadow is translucent, any dirt under the basecoat will show through.
Hi tnlk84, It's best to make certain that the Chrome is clean and dry. Sanding and Primer are not required for this product. Hope this helps!
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@arielk310 Yes you can apply it over any chrome or chromed surface or over any highly polished surface. SHADOW Base Coat is a translucent black so what ever surface you apply it over will show through so the higher the quality of the chrome the better the SHADOW will look.
Hey man, I used to be one of those non-believers until I tried out their products myself. I used the DupliColor Trim Paint and I also used some high temp paint for my valve cover. Painted it in red, and the glossy ceramic finish was incredible in comparison to the VHT that used to be on there. Don't get me wrong VHT paints are the best, but DupliColor lives up to their name.
@blaknite1 yes. Shadow is a Translucent black base coat followed with a clear coat so anything you apply it over will show through. A high quality chrome finish will provide the best finish when using Shadow however Shadow can be used over polished metal and aluminum.
Glen -
You're correct -- the finishes would differ slightly. As you'd get a deeper, more rich effect on the actual metal and a bit of a duller look on the plastic grill.
We'd suggest testing small areas on both -- if you're unhappy with the results, you can use our Paint Stripper to remove your test areas.
@Enrique Garcia - You can definitely use Shadow on silver or polished aluminum wheels. However, it won't look as crisp and deep as it would on a chrome wheel.
Yes, @rhernandez2332. You can apply it over any chrome or chromed surface or over any highly polished surface. SHADOW Base Coat is a translucent black so what ever surface you apply it over will show through so the higher the quality of the chrome the better the SHADOW will look.
Hi Marc - That would be a great application for Shadow! You won't get the same depth of shine as you would with real chrome parts, but you still get a really nice effect. Be sure to mask off your lights very well or remove them from their housing entirely.
@johwj No it will not peel or fade. It is designed to last over time.
Hey probowler... as long as you prepare the surface and apply Shadow as directed, you can use it over machined rims... the brilliance of the finish will be less over a machined surface then it is over Chrome, but it will definitely work... hope this helps... thank you...
Hello... yes, Shadow will work over silver painted Wheels... the main concern would be the type of paint on the wheels... if it's an enamel, then the lacquer-based Shadow may attack the paint.
That said, you will not get the exact same results... the brilliance may be less over paint than it is over Chrome... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey PinkRanger... as long as you prepare the surface and apply Shadow as directed, you can definitely use it over aluminum... the brilliance of the finish will be less over aluminum then it is over Chrome, but it will definitely work... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey 351... Shadow will resist temperatures up to 120 degrees (so it should be OK on the wheels)... also, it will definitely withstand normal cleaning... hope this helps... thank you...
Thanks for sharing. But I have one question, does it peel off in time or does it fade away in time? Thanks!
Hi Chuck! No need for a primer (because Shadow is a translucent coating) - but definitely clean yoru rims with Dupli-Color Grease and Wax Remover. You can use a clear coat for extra protection as well.
@SvntyStang - Shadow actually works very well on polished aluminum, it might not be as brilliant of a shine as chrome, but still gets great results.
Hi Jonathandangles, For Shadow over Chrome surfaces, you don't need a primer. Shadow is available at stores such as Advance Auto, Autozone, Pep Boys, O'Reillys and Napa. Sanding isn't needed. Scuffing the surface would not be recommended.
Hope this helps!
Hey mini... as long as you use our Adhesion Promoter primer to prep the plastic surface, you can use Shadow over it... hope this helps... thank you...
I see you state that this product will withstand temperatures to 120 degrees F. A few hard stops on a 90 or 100 degree day on disk brake vehicles, can easily heat a wheel up till it's too hot to touch, somewhat over 120 degrees. Will the Shadow finish withstand these intermittent high temperatures.
@frezze212 Shadow was designed to be sprayed over high quality chrome or polished metal for the best result and finish possible. If your chrome wheel has rust, peeling or scrapes then it will show. Shadow is a translucent coating so it is almost like applying a tinted clear coat. It will look uneven in those affected areas. It might be best to use our wheel paint depending on the condition of your wheels.
Hey addicted... Shadow will resist temperatures up to 120 degrees F so we don't suggest it for high temperature applications... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey rollup... as long as you prepare the surface and apply Shadow as directed, you can definitely use it over bumpers... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey LostArkitekt... ideally, we suggest using this over Chrome surfaces... you can use it over both polished metal and paint, but the appearance could be less brilliant... hope this helps... thank you...
so this would work on a chrome bumper?
Hey DIZAZZO... Shadow is resistant only up to 120 degrees so we don't recommend it for higher heat applications... hope this helps... thank you...
@Charles Reese - Hmm... since Shadow is translucent, it would only darken the plastic on your headlights / taillights. We wouldn't recommend using Shadow for this application. We do, however we would recommend VHT NITE-SHADES™ for that purpose.
Hey DJ... So long as you use our Adhesion Promoter primer to prep the plastic surface, you can use anything in our line over it (including Shadow)... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey DBSbass... Shadow will resist temperatures only up to 120 degrees so we wouldn't recommend it for those applications... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey twmals... Shadow will resist temperatures only up to 120 degrees so we wouldn't necessarily recommend it for high-heat applications... hope this helps... thank you...
Hi Greg - Shadow is actually a translucent coating, so you won't get a finish like you would with a paint -- as this is meant to leave the chrome shine under the coating.
If you are going for a look like the finished rims in the video - we'd suggest about 3 to 4 coats. Definitely mask off the plastic parts - you'll get a decent finish if they are a silver color, but they will look a lot different from the polished chrome from your rims.
Hey Anthony... one (1) can will provide enough to cover 4 wheels with 2 coats... that said, you'll probably lose some paint in overspray so we'd suggest having at least 2 cans... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey scooby... as long as you prepare the spokes properly, ensuring they are clean, dry and dull, then you can use the High Performance Wheel Coating or Shadow over the spokes... to ensure an even stronger bond, you can use Adhesion Promoter... hope this helps... thank you...
@poctob3 -- Shadow is formulated specifically for over Chrome (or other, similar surfaces) - so it will look awesome on all your Chrome parts.
Because something like a door handle sees a lot of use -- it will have a lot of grease and dirt on it. Use our Prep Spray to give it a thorough clean and degreasing -- and that should help Shadow adhere well to those high-traffic areas.
Hey custom... you're correct in your assumption... applying paint over the chipping paint will not solve any issues with the chipping... so sside from appearance, there would be no benefit applying Shadow directly over chipping paint... hope this helps... thank you...
Possibly - as long as they are in good shape! Shadow is a translucent coating, so any blemished will be apparent. You also won't get as deep of a dimension as you would with true chrome - but try a test spot to see what you think!
Hi Veronica --
While you could use Shadow, we can’t promise that it will match the factory coatings.
If you do attempt it, be certain to sand the metal with 320 grit sandpaper until it’s shiny and clean. Clean with Dupli-Color Grease and Wax Remover before and after the sanding. Then tape off the area being painted and apply the Shadow coating, then Clear and while the Clear is wet, remove the tape carefully.
@Giliganism If your looking for a similar concept to our Shadow kit but you want other colors like Blue or Green as mentioned you can check out our Metalcast line. I suggest clear coating the Metalcast as well but use our Wheel Clear Coat HWP103. Thanks for your interest!
Hey Cannacoke... Shadow will resist temperatures only up to 120 degrees... hope this helps... thank you...
@famousfool Shadow will adhere very well to Chrome as is. If you purposely try to scratch the coating then it may come off. Since Shadow is a translucent coating you should not scuff the chrome as you will see the scratch marks through the coating.
Hi Francisco - Yes! This would be great on your gas cap. It won't be as brilliant as it would on on real chrome, but you would still get a nice finish.
@7c8f - Yes! It will look great on silver wheels - not as brilliant of a shine as one would achieve with chrome, but still a similar effect.
Hey bigboyjohn... as long as you prepare the rims and apply Shadow as directed, it will definitely hold up to the abuse (even from high pressure car washes)... hope this helps... thank you...
Your silver rims will still get some of the dimension and shine that chrome rims would get with Shadow. You could mask off the area you want and still use Shadow.
But if you want just black (and not the translucent coating that Shadow will give you) you can use our High Performance Wheel Coating. We now offer a Matte Clearcoat for that application as well.
Hi Josh! Yes -- Shadow can be applied to aluminum rims, but it may not have as brilliant of a shine as you would get with chrome.
We do not recommend this product on vinyl - only because we cannot guarantee durability.
Hey Human... as long as you clean and prepare the surface and apply Shadow as directed, you can definitely use Shadow over Alloy bars... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey mjakucki... one (1) can will provide enough to cover 4 wheels with 2 coats... that said, you'll probably lose some paint in overspray so we'd suggest having at least 2 cans... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey lcpercussion... your wheels don't have to be chrome prior to using Shadow... you can apply this over other surfaces but the appearance will be different... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey bambam... as long as you clean the surface and apply the coating as directed, you can definitely use Shadow on bumpers... hope this helps... thank you...
Hi Nick --
You could certainly use shadow on your black wheels -- however, a chrome wheel would really get the best results.
Hey Nicholas... yes, it is possible to restore the wheel back... just use the Dupli-Color Paint Stripper product as directed and you should be good to go... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey MrStorm... you can definitely use Shadow on polished aluminum wheels (just make sure the surface is clean and dry)... hope this helps... thank you...
@tomsawyersucks - Most definitely! Just be sure to *thoroughly* degrease the surface and scuff with 600 grit sandpaper. We also strongly suggest that you add two coats of Adhesion Promoter IMMEDIATELY before painting.
Shadow would be a good application for your alloy rims. It won't look as brilliant as it would on chrome, but could still add some dimension to your rims.
@Serapheum --- Yes! You won't get the same finish as you would with a chrome piece - but aluminium will still take shadow and get a nice "black chrome" look.
Hey tookewl... you won't necessarily achieve the same look when you apply Shadow over alloy, but it will work (the appearance will be less brilliant)... just make sure you prep the surface & apply Shadow as directed for best results... hope this helps... thank you...
@corvette4554 The Prep Spray is to clean the wheel of all dirt, grease and other contaminants. Shadow can be used for other trim and accessories. Just keep in mind that since Shadow is a translucent coating it will only look as good as the substrate you are painting. If the wheel or piece of trim is of poor quality then Shadow will not look as crisp as if you painted a high quality piece of chrome of polished metal.
Hey Fracture... you can use Shadow on non-chrome surfaces, but the appearance would be less brilliant... just make certain to prepare the surface and apply Shadow as directed for the best results... hope this helps... thank you...
Hello... Shadow would definitely provide a different look over a blue surface, but we just haven't tested it over blue surfaces... we'd suggest testing the process on scrap surfaces prior to applying it over an entire project... hope this helps... thank you...
Yes, you can use our Paint Stripper to remove the coating. It will not
damage chrome.
Hey SaltLife... one (1) can will provide enough to cover 4 wheels with 2 coats... that said, you'll likely lose some paint in overspray so we'd suggest having at least 2 cans... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey the1... you'll definitely want to prepare the rims in a way that makes them match prior to applying Shadow... otherwise they will not match... hope this helps... thank you...
@AdzorbKinimod It would work but might look blotchy over the Silver. If you are looking to overcoat your OE finish you better be certain because no it won't come off. I suggest grabbing a can of our Perfect Match Touch Up in your or similar color and create a test panel to see if you like it first.
@jradical8 You can use it on wood however since Shadow is a translucent black coating the wood grains would show through like a stain.
Brent: First, cleaning is very important, so you want to use Prep Spray and wipe off any dirt/grease and any excess Prep Spray. Taping off every spoke that you don’t want to paint is going to be important.
Once you have cleaned and taped off the spokes, you will want to use High Performance Wheel Coating.
@CrazyChris4124 - No need to remove the wheels. You can tape/mask off around the rim. It is also recommended that you mask off behind the rim so that overspray does not pass through the "spokes" or openings on the interior of the rim! When you're finished - feel free to show off your work with us on Facebook or Twitter!
The shelf life for aerosol paints is only 3 years. If the garage was not heated/climate controlled, I would not suggest using this product.
An example of the batch code on the bottom of the cans is:
BE 1233 RF 13:15
BE = the plant where it was made.
123 = the 123rd day of 2013.
3 = 2013.
RF = Slip number.
13:15 = the time it was filled.
Hi @Saneroner! A high quality chrome finish will provide the best finish when using Shadow however Shadow can be used over polished metal and aluminum.
Hey Tim... for the intended application, we found that 120˚ was more than enough... was there a particular reason you'd want it to go beyond 120˚... let us know... thank you...
Hey 207053... you'll want to make everything appear even prior to applying Shadow... if that means sanding in your particular situation, then you'll need to make sure you do so evenly... so long as you use our Adhesion Promoter primer to prep the painted surface, you'll be able to use Shadow over it... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey pbure... that's right... no sanding or anything... you can use our Adhesion Promoter primer after cleaning the surface then apply Shadow over it... hope this helps... thank you...
Hey lmfs... Shadow will definitely work on your chrome bumper as long as you prepare the surface and apply as directed... hope this helps... thank you...
The Shadow Black Out Kit is a semi-transparent coating. This means that if you do not even out the look of the chrome prior to applying the Shadow Kit the look underneath will be uneven. Be sure to sand off any peeling paint.
Reapply a chrome paint to even the look (make sure it is lacquer based) and allow it to dry. You can then apply the Shadow Kit and achieve pleasing results.
@whatshaddnin -
Definitely! Although you won't get the same dimension and shine as you would with true chrome, it will still give you the desired look.
Hey @woodelfe ,
Thanks for the question! You may be able to achieve a similar look using Shadow over a rim that already appears like Chrome. That said, the effect will not be the exact same when this product is used over Chrome. We hope this helps! Good luck with your project.
Hey Cvnappsable,
Shadow will not create the same look over steel, as it does over Chrome plated surfaces. I'd suggest using High Performance Wheel coating. You CAN use Shadow, but don't expect the same final appearance as we show over Chrome.
@dkh100 A high quality chrome finish will provide the best finish when using Shadow however Shadow can be used over polished metal and aluminum.
Hey idontlike101, Shadow is currently available in the Chrome Blackout... you can also check out a relatively new product called Copper for a, well, copper look... hope this helps... thank you...
@lespaulguitarist92 as he says in the video, do not sand the wheels, it is a translucent black coating, any scratches will show through. Just make sure it is clean and use the prep spray, the smoother the finish on the rim, the better it will look.
Nice product but the camera work made me dizzy!
Hey Shaun... you'll want to have the rims Chrome plated prior to using Shadow over
them as you'll would be able to see any imperfections through Shadow... you might be better off using our High Performance Wheel Coating for your wheels... hope this helps... thank you...
@351cleavland This product is durable enough for tires, but it’s not going to be debris proof. Some things that may fly up and hit the car could damage the coating. Also, tar remover will likely mar the finish. The solvents used in tar remover could cloud the clear, so test it first in a small area just to be sure.
I want to do this on bath faucets and handles. Do you expect any problems with this? Would it help to bake them in the oven? If so at what temperature? Thanks! Very excited about the possibilities!
Hi @ammconsaul -
We would recommend removing all the flaking chrome - as shadow is somewhat transparent and will show the condition of the rims you're painting with it.
For a more even/uniform look, the surface should be free from the flaking chrome.
@nyogski -- Definitely! You won't get as brilliant of an effect as you would with true chrome, but it will still have a nice look.
I am a complete amateur when it comes to spray painting, or anything extremely artistic for that matter...but since you are the experts, if i have a polished aluminum wheel that appears to have that shiny, flashy chrome look, would i be able to achieve the same end result with this product, given i had someone experienced to do the work?
@El Duke -- None of our products will "peel off" but Shadow coating can be removed with lacquer thinner after application.
Frank -
Because Shadow is a translucent coating, the blemishes that aren't removed with polishing will show through. So take a close look at them after polishing - if you're happy with the look then we would say go ahead and apply Shadow.
Because your rims are only painted silver and not actual chrome or aluminum - you might not get as deep of a color or reflective finish as seen in this video. But, you'll definitely still have a nice finish.
Hey mrg... you can use Shadow on Chrome or other rims... on surfaces other than Chrome, the brilliance and appearance will be different... hope this helps... thank you.
i love dupli color paint and colors,i have used it many times before and will always use it...,but now im in a stuck situation,i bought some new rims [milanni stellar 452] and they are black with machined face...i want to paint every second machined faced spoke so i can have a three spoke effect...how would i go about prepping, and the black paint too use.??..ant help would be great...thanx guys.
Hi there @Joan C - While our coatings are only tested in automotive applications, we suppose this product would work on faucets/handles. Baking/heat curing isn’t
needed/required with this product - however, making sure the surface is clean and dry is very important! Good luck! We'd love to see the finished product - share it on our facebook page when you've finished! :)
Do i have to paint my tires inside a building?