SEM trim black alternative?

Du_man

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Can someone recommend a professional urethane alternative to SEM 39144 Trim Black satin/semi-gloss paint for exterior car trim/body panels? Or give me the thumbs up for Trim Black being a professional choice in a restoration project?...quality and long-term durability desired. SPI black basecoat with a sheen flattener? thank you!
 
I used SEM on the running boards of my '64 VW to color match them since the correct color mat is NLA. It held up really well, no flaking or fading in the 10+ years they were on the car. Flattened urethane would be a better choice if it's not a flexible part though.

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thank you both, guys......I appreciate it. Because none of my parts are flexible, I will research further on the forum to adjusting the gloss with the activator ratio to achieve that low sheen/satin gloss level.....that is, what is that magical ratio formula?
 
thank you both, guys......I appreciate it. Because none of my parts are flexible, I will research further on the forum to adjusting the gloss with the activator ratio to achieve that low sheen/satin gloss level.....that is, what is that magical ratio formula?
It’s in the datasheet.

Don
 
thank you both, guys......I appreciate it. Because none of my parts are flexible, I will research further on the forum to adjusting the gloss with the activator ratio to achieve that low sheen/satin gloss level.....that is, what is that magical ratio formula?

4:1 is a true semi gloss. 5:1 has just a touch of gloss. 6:1 is nearly flat. You just need to experiment with the ratios to find the gloss level you are looking for.
 
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