How Computerized Paint Mixing Differs, and What Are the Benefits?

Learn the benefits of computerized paint mixing for accurate, flawless auto paint repairs.

From Manual to Digital: The Evolution of Auto Paint Matching

Ever spotted a car panel so poorly repainted that you could tell from meters away? The uneven color blend is unmistakable.

That's the manual paint mixing, but technology has flipped the script to computerized paint matching, where precision and efficiency take the front seat.

Before we delve into why it matters, here's what you will cover:

How Traditional Paint Mixing Works
How Computerized Paint Mixing Works
And the Benefits of Computerized Paint Matching

Let's dive in properly.

How Traditional Paint Mixing Works

In the old ways, technicians rely on manual formulas and visual matching. Paint mixing used to heavily depend on technicians' skills and a "good eye."

However, that's where the lapses come from: unnoticed slight shade differences and errors under different lighting.

All these flaws lead to the gradual replacement of the traditional paint mixing method with the computerized one.

How Computerized Paint Mixing Works

The computerized paint mixing is a programmed machine that uses an algorithm to achieve precise and efficient paint color mixing.

Here's how it works:

Digital Scanning

The digital scanner reads the exact shade from your car's surface.
Hardware & Software Integration

It has both hardware and software. The hardware is a basic paint tank that contains different shades of paint ready for redeployment.

The software compares data with the manufacturer's databases (OEM color codes + real-world adjustments).
Mixing

Then, the automated paint mixing allows the machines to measure pigments down to fractions of a gram.
Delivery

This is the final stage. The machine delivers a formula unique to your car's condition (including sun fade and aging).

Benefits of Computerized Paint Matching

Accelerate Color Matching

It matches OEM standards and accounts for fading or wear.

Consistency Across Panels

It ensures new paint blends perfectly with the surrounding panel areas.

Prompt Delivery

It is a faster color-matching process compared to the manual methods.

Reduces Waste

Its precise measurements discourage paint waste.

Higher Resale Value

When the paint on your car is uniform, it increases its resale value compared to different shades of paint on it.

Bottom Line

In a nutshell, computerized paint mixing works way more efficiently and faster than the traditional methods. Moreover, it enhances your car's look and retains its resale value.

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How Computerized Paint Mixing Differs, and What Are the Benefits?

Before we delve into why it matters, here's what you will cover:

How Traditional Paint Mixing Works