Car Colour Services

02/11/2026

PPG Envirobase High Performance. Now at Car Colour Services.

We’re proud to announce that Car Colour Services is now an approved stockist of PPG Envirobase High Performance — combining premium paint technology with the personal service of your independent distributor.

For bodyshops considering their next paint system, there’s plenty to talk about:

✅ PPG’s manufacturer and commercial approvals
✅ Advanced technology, high performance and digital innovation
✅ Productive application processes, including PPG OneVisit™️ modifiers
✅ Access to PPG’s technical expertise, supported by the Car Colour Services team

As a proud member of TIDAL, we’re excited to bring this announcement alongside the group’s new partnership with PPG.

Whether you’re reviewing your current paint system, exploring approval requirements or looking to improve workshop productivity, we’d welcome a conversation.

Get in touch to arrange a joint meeting with Car Colour Services and PPG.

📞 01708 746468
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 carcolourservices.co.uk

29/10/2026

A big step forward for TIDAL! 🤝

At Car Colour Services, we’re proud to be part of TIDAL and excited about the opportunities this partnership with PPG will open up for our customers.

There’s plenty to look forward to, with further announcements on the way. Watch this space!

Read the full announcement:
https://tidaluk.co.uk/resource/ppg-tidal-partnership/

We’re incredibly pleased to announce our new partnership with PPG, bringing together one of the world’s major coatings manufacturers with the collective strength of our independent distributor network across the UK and Ireland.

It’s a significant step forward for TIDAL, opening up new opportunities for our Distributor Partners and their customers through PPG’s extensive product range, technology and technical expertise.

There’s a real sense of shared ambition behind this partnership, and we’re excited about what we can achieve together.

With new product introductions and further announcements on the way, this is just the beginning!

Read the full story: https://tidaluk.co.uk/resource/ppg-tidal-partnership/

📸: Pictured at the PPG | TIDAL partnership launch event, left to right:

Daniel Belcher, Director of The Car Paint Company Limited and TIDAL Board Member; Simon Byford, National Distribution Manager UK & Ireland at PPG; Jeff Morgan, Director of Car Paint Warehouse Ltd; Andy Lovett, Business Development Director at TIDAL; Pete Clipsham, Business Development Director at Fisher Motor Factors and TIDAL Board Member; Richard Goode, Automotive Refinish Director UK & Ireland at PPG; and Jason Andrews, Director of Turner And Ponswood Supplies - GB Ltd and TIDAL Board Member.

01/10/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Andy Lovett to TIDAL as our new Business Development Director.

With more than 30 years of experience across automotive refinish, distribution and the wider bodyshop sector, Andy will help us develop new national opportunities, support our Distributor Partners and strengthen what we can offer customers across the UK & Ireland.

It’s an exciting step forward for TIDAL, combining the scale of the Alliance with the knowledge, service and relationships of our independent members. Welcome to the team, Andy!

Find out more about Andy, his new role and what it means for TIDAL: https://tidaluk.co.uk/resource/andy-lovett-joins-tidal/

Pictured left to right: Daniel Belcher, Director, The Car Paint Company Limited; Jeff Morgan, Director, Car Paint Warehouse Ltd; Andy Lovett, Business Development Director, TIDAL; Pete Clipsham, Business Development Director, Fisher Motor Factors; and Jason Andrews, Director, Turner And Ponswood Supplies - GB Ltd.

24/09/2026

Installing a scheme like a work of art 🤩

The SINNEK W6000

16/07/2026

🟡 New customer with a new SINNEK W6000 scheme! 🟡

If you would like a demonstration see you in the inbox!

12/07/2026

Clear coat looked perfect out of the booth… then lost its gloss a few hours or days later?

In many cases, the cause comes back to the same problem: water or solvent is still trying to escape after the coating has already started to set.

In this carousel, we cover the practical steps that help prevent gloss drop:

✅ Dry the basecoat thoroughly
✅ Use airflow correctly
✅ Understand the effect of humidity
✅ Avoid heavy coats
✅ Respect flash-off times
✅ Select the correct hardener and thinner speed
✅ Don’t bake too soon
✅ Keep freshly painted panels out of direct sun

The goal is simple: make sure water and solvents have evaporated before the clearcoat begins to cure.

Always follow the product TDS and adjust your process for the actual panel temperature and workshop conditions.

Save this post for your next refinish job and share it with a painter who may find it useful.

10/07/2026

Hot weather can have a major impact on your bodyshop process and the quality of the final finish.

We’ve put this carousel together to help paint technicians and bodyshops make the right adjustments when temperatures rise.

Plan. Adjust. Spray smart.

29/06/2026

Colour matching is one of the biggest challenges in vehicle refinishing.

Over the years, we’ve found that achieving consistently excellent colour matches isn’t just about the paint system – it’s about following a consistent process.

In this carousel we’ve shared 10 colour matching tips that have helped us and our customers achieve excellent results with the SINNEK W6000 Waterbase System.

Most of these principles also apply to any modern waterbase paint system, so whether you’re new to colour matching or have years of experience, we hope there’s something here that helps.

💾 Save this post for future reference.

27/06/2026

Still one of our most popular abrasive systems… and it’s about to get even better. 💪

When it comes to sanding, productivity, consistency and durability matter.

That’s why Norton Cyclonic continues to be one of our most popular abrasive systems, helping bodyshops work faster, cleaner and more efficiently.

Why choose Norton Cyclonic?

✅ Up to 32% higher productivity compared to conventional multi-hole sanding discs.

✅ 25% improved dust extraction, creating a cleaner working environment with better visibility while sanding.

✅ Ceramic abrasive technology delivers a faster cut, stays sharper for longer and provides outstanding disc life.

✅ Consistent scratch pattern throughout the life of the disc, helping to achieve a more uniform finish and reduce unnecessary rework.

But this is just the beginning…

Coming soon: the complete Norton Cyclonic Process Solution – including dedicated Norton sanders, dust extraction unit and mobile trolley. One fully integrated system, designed to help bodyshops work smarter, not harder.

Whether you’re looking to improve efficiency, reduce consumable costs or upgrade your sanding process, Norton Cyclonic deserves a place in your workshop.

📍 Available from Car Colour Services Ltd and all TIDAL distributors across the UK.

📞 Get in touch with our team to find out more or arrange a demonstration.

18/06/2026

baslac just went digital. 🚀
Meet Refinity — the cloud-based platform now available for baslac. Real colour science, real business tools, real training, all in one connected system.
📷 ViewR — scan a colour, the cloud does the rest
📊 Live dashboards — cycle time, paint hours, sales per RO at a glance
🎓 Built-in Learning Library — products to processes
☁️ Cloud — on phone, tablet or PC, wherever you are
Smart. Simple. Connected.
📲 Now available for baslac through Car Colour Services — your local baslac distributor.