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Just what it says. Fine metal particles, or plastic particles, that make the finish sparkle in the sunlight. Modern metallic paint is called "clear over base" or COB. the metallic base is single pack, over which is applied a 2-pack clear.It is more difficult and time consuming and costs more.

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Normal acrylic paint does not contain metal flecks.

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Metal paint or metallic paint contains very small metallic particles mixed with the pigments. Non-metallic paints contains none.

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Im not 100% sure but I think metallic paint has metal flakes mixed with the paint so you get a more "sparkly" and furable paint

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