PPG Automotive Refinish has introduced a new Vibrance Collection midcoat. The new product, VWM5556 Waterborne Midcoat, is specifically designed for use with PPG’s Envirobase High Performance and Nexa Autocolor Aquabase Plus waterborne systems, according to the company.

VWM5556 is a waterborne solution for painters wanting to take full advantage of the array of custom colors, special-effect colorants and pigments available in the PPG Vibrance Collection of coatings, the company says.

“The new midcoat is one more component in a complete waterborne system,” said Steve Lehner, PPG, product manager, premium collision. “VWM5556 is a major advancement for custom car builders as it allows for the development and use of exotic pigments that were previously available only in solvent form.”

As a multipurpose, midcoat layer for PPG waterborne basecoats, VWM5556 provides the medium for special-effect pigments when creating tricoat finishes. This midcoat can also be used as transparent protection over special custom graphics and effects for added depth and a distinctive appearance, according to PPG.

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