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  • DISCOVER MATT FINISHES OCTORAL MATT CLEAR

    14-02-2018
    Reproducing a matt finish can seem daunting. Now, the new Octoral Matt Clear System makes it simple, accurate and fast. Two clear coats (low gloss and semi gloss) plus a dedicated hardener and thinner achieve the exact matt level you need with fast flash-off. Discover matt finishes. OCTORAL MATT...
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  • BRIGHT RED COLOURS WITH A ‘CANDY’ EFFECT IN AN INSTANT

    24-06-2016
    The launch of a new mixing colour means that problem bright red colours with a ‘candy’ effect can now be repaired in three easy steps. The Octoral Octobase Eco Plus System has been expanded with mixing colour W816 Metallic Bright Red and the Octoral Octobase System with mixing colour...
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  • Stirring lid with hand stir crank handle

    23-06-2016
    If your mixing machine’s capacity is too limited to allow the primers to be accommodated alongside the mixing colours, a hand crank can be fitted to stirring lid 66-011 or 66-013 in order to stir primers manually. You will only need to stir the product with a stirring stick the first time...
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  • NEW: C450 SCRATCH RESISTANT RAPID REPAIR CLEAR

    02-06-2016
    There is an exciting new addition to the Octoral range. Octoral C450 Scratch Resistant Rapid Repair Clear is a scratch resistant clear coat that dries quickly in all conditions, whether force dried at 40 °C or 60 ºC or naturally at room temperature (20 °C). It promises time savings...
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  • Big leaps with our new high production non sanding primer

    22-02-2016
    The process using the Octoral PH254 High Production Non Sanding Primer is surprisingly fast and simple. No need to wait for the primer to dry; just apply the next layer wet-on-wet straightaway. You can even skip the ‘sanding’ step. Strange approach? Not really, just smart. Why do a...
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  • Explosion protection on mixing machines and cabinets

    13-04-2015
    Octoral mixing machines and cabinets can be supplied with explosion protection (EX) on the electrical unit. There are two types of protection: - zone 2 (medium) and - zone 1 (heavy). It is important to know which kind is mandatory in your country or region to ensure your compliance with...
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  • AEO Certificate for Valspar

    13-04-2015
    Valspar Automotive has received the AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) certificate from Dutch Customs. Thanks to the certification, products from and destined for Valspar Automotive will cross the border more swiftly due to the fact that shipments will be checked less frequently. This will...
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  • Strategic partnership between Kia Motors Europe and Valspar Automotive

    14-08-2014
    LELYSTAD (NL) – Kia Motors Europe (KME) has entered into a partnership with Valspar Automotive which involves, amongst other services, that the Kia dealers in Europe will be able to use the Valspar De Beer Refinish and Octoral paint brands for all level of bodywork repairs. The agreement...
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  • Let cars shine with Octoral Special Effect Colours!

    16-04-2014
    The introduction of our Special Effect Colours allows you to give every colour the desired effect. With the addition of these concentrated toners, Octoral offers you a solution for special car colours, with the added, unique benefit that every toner can be used with both the Octobase Eco Plus...
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  • Meet our finishing touch - Octoral clear coats

    16-04-2014
    Stunningly beautiful, incredibly glossy. That is the result you get with Octoral clear coats. This product line has now been extended with three new HS420 clear coats. Use them together with the existing thinners, hardeners and additives, and give every job the perfect finishing touch....
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  • Valspar goes social

    10-03-2014
    Social media have become an integral part of our daily lives. Valspar Automotive is also active on social media. Using Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube we’re keeping you up to date on the latest news from Valspar as well as amusing and interesting trends and activities at Valspar...
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  • 5L HS Surfacer Grey no longer available

    18-02-2014
    From 1 March 2014, we will cease production of the 5-litre version of PF131 HS Surfacer Grey. Sales of the 5-litre containers will continue while stocks last. PF131 HS Surfacer Grey will remain available in 3-litre and 1-litre containers and can be ordered using the details below: 3L PF131 HS...
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  • Earn €20 with car colours

    18-02-2014
    Every year, between 800 and 1,000 new car colours are marketed worldwide. To keep our formulas up to date, we need car panels with the car manufacturer’s original paint. Even though we collect over 10,000 panels a year, we still miss some of the important colours and shades. Your happy...
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  • From Standard to Medium

    27-11-2013
    ‘Standard’ Octoral hardeners and thinners will now be called ‘Medium’. This name suits the product features better. This name change is also in line with market trends which have seen ‘Medium’ increasingly being used as a standard for all relevant products....
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  • Valspar Automotive on Discovery Channel

    27-11-2013
    The new season of Fast ‘n Loud on Discovery Channel will be using Valspar Automotive products. This show sees one-of-a-kind cars being restored with the requisite sense of humour and unexpected turns. You can watch these episodes on Discovery Channel in Europe too, so tune in to the Fast...
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  • Cost savings thanks to a longer shelf life

    27-11-2013
    After thorough research and extensive testing by our Research & Development team, we can proudly announce that the shelf life of the hardeners below has been extended by two years. This means you won’t have to throw away supplies as often as before, which will, in turn, save money....
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