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Paint interior panels... matte or satin finish

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Goosie0080, Apr 18, 2021.

  1. Apr 18, 2021 at 4:39 PM
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    Goosie0080

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    hi all! id like to paint some interior panels. mostly in the back . does not get much use.. What would match the OEM black better? Matte, Satin or charcoal?
    I plan on using SEM TRIM BLACK.
    Thanks!
     
  2. Apr 18, 2021 at 5:53 PM
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    I don't know which would match better but the satin will be more durable as far as not showing scuffs.
     
  3. Apr 18, 2021 at 9:33 PM
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    Satin all the way,flat sucks.
     
  4. Apr 19, 2021 at 6:02 AM
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    Thank you for the insight! i will go with satin.
     
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  5. Apr 19, 2021 at 6:15 AM
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    Pics when done please, and maybe before and after.
     
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    How about clear coat? any suggestions on weather or not to use it? if i did, it would be a matte clear.
     
  7. Apr 19, 2021 at 6:34 AM
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    The SEM vinyl paint doesn't need a top coat. It will last and wear great as is.
     
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  8. Apr 19, 2021 at 6:50 AM
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    Thank you!
     
  9. Apr 19, 2021 at 6:52 AM
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    should i get vinyl paint instead of the SEM Trim Black? i am only painting the plastic.
     
  10. Apr 27, 2021 at 7:00 AM
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    here it is!

    PANO_20210427_094907.jpg

    IMG_20210424_174013.jpg
     
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  11. Apr 27, 2021 at 7:02 AM
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    Nice can we get some before and after pics???
     
  12. Apr 27, 2021 at 7:08 AM
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    sorry. i meant to upload to before pic but i forgot. thanks for the reminder!
     
  13. Apr 27, 2021 at 7:09 AM
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    Show what you used to please
     
  14. Apr 27, 2021 at 7:13 AM
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    SEM Color Coat (Satin) and SEM Clear Coat (matte)
    IMG_20210424_200901.jpg
     
  15. Apr 27, 2021 at 7:24 AM
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    Hmmmmmmmmmmmm what color is that? Looks copper
     
  16. Apr 27, 2021 at 8:59 AM
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    I used SEM satin black. I almost went with charcoal, but I looked a little too dark to me..
     
  17. Apr 27, 2021 at 9:00 AM
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    So does it scratch off easily????
     
  18. May 1, 2021 at 4:17 AM
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    no. it seems durable. i installed it with no scratches. the seat belt clip hits the back panel and it looks great! i think the clear coat helps.
     
  19. Jun 4, 2023 at 6:58 PM
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    Paint still holding up?
     
  20. Jun 4, 2023 at 7:05 PM
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    Absolutely. Still looks great. Still good On the a pillar handles too..
     

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