How to Marbleize Auto Body Paint

 Marbleizing creates one-of-a-kind look for many types of vehicles. It is often used for
detailing or customizing motorcycles. Marbleizing is relatively easy to do, but requires several hours to complete. It can be done at home or at an auto body painting/detailing shop.

Supplies:

• Base coat


• Glass cleaner


• Marbleizing paint


• Plastic wrap


• Primer


• Sand paper


• Sealer


• Sprayer


• Top coat

1. Use the sander and sand paper to sand vehicle. This will provide an even surface for the primer to adhere to. Use glass cleaner to clean the area before applying the primer.


2.  

Apply primer and sealer. Spray the primer on in smooth even strokes and allow it to dry. Apply the sealer the same way Allow to dry for at least 6 hours.

3. Spray on the desired base color. Allow to dry.


4. Put the marbleizing paint into a sprayer.


5. Spray marbleizing paint over a small area of the vehicle (approximately 2 ft. X 2 ft.).


6. Apply the plastic wrap to the painted area.


7. Pull plastic wrap off while paint is wet. Remove the plastic in one fast movement to prevent it from sticking to the paint. You can fold and wrinkle the plastic wrap a variety of ways to create different designs and affects. This will create a unique look.


8. Repeat steps 5, 6 and 7 as needed to other areas of the vehicle.


9. Apply clear topcoat. Allow it to dry for 24 hours.


10. Sand again gently if there are rough spots in the topcoat.


11. Apply another layer of clear topcoat.