Top 5 Reasons to Use Pigments Instead of Paints
With years of experience in the world of paint with pearl pigments, this is something you should know. One common question is, “How do I use Pigments instead of Paints? Can I create my own custom paint colors?” Well, it’s easy! Simply stir your mixture of pigments into any clear medium of your choice. Whether it’s nail polish, Elmer’s Glue, auto paint, or fiberglass—any clear medium that adheres to a surface works. Now, let’s explore the top five reasons to use pigments instead of paints.
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Shelf Life
Pigments can last indefinitely when stored in a cool, dry place.
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No Freezing or Gumming
Pigments will never freeze or clump up. Just mix them into fresh clear medium to color match your project, even years later.
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Perfect Color Matching
Use the same pearls for your paint, powder coat, or nail polish. You can even match your shoe leather to your car.
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Reliable Touch-Ups
Keeping extra pigments ensures that you always have the exact color match from the same batch, making future repairs seamless.
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Significant Cost Savings
Buying pigments separately saves thousands compared to purchasing pre-mixed paints.


In conclusion, don’t let big companies convince you that you can’t mix pigments yourself. It’s simple to blend your own pearl pigments into paint. The results? A product that will be just as good to spray or paint in five years as it is today. Paint With Pearl pigments make it easy to create stunning, custom paint colors.