DRV Obsidian Black (738599) Touch Up Paint

The Look

DRV Luxury Suites didn't mess around with their paint schemes in 2010. This color was the backbone of their premium full-body packages, designed to make a forty-foot rig look more like a custom mansion than a camper. Because your motorhome has a massive surface area, this deep shade is going to show every imperfection. It is a high-maintenance choice, but when it is clean, nothing else looks quite as expensive. Since your unit has been out in the elements for over a decade, expect the original finish to have a slight haze that a quick buff will clear up before you start your repair.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the secret is in the shimmer. Those metallic flakes provide the depth that distinguishes it from a basic hardware-store black. However, those flakes are heavy and will sink to the bottom of your container almost immediately. Before you spray or dab DRV Obsidian Black (check for code 738599), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. If you skip the mixing, the color will look dull and won't catch the light the way the rest of the rig does.

Best Practices

You can usually find your specific paint layout on a placard inside a kitchen cabinet or on the weight information sticker near the entry door. When you start the repair, work in the garage or the shade so the sun doesn't bake the paint before it can level out. Test the color on the included card to make sure the flakes are flowing evenly. Apply your paint in thin layers rather than one heavy blob. Keep the container moving to ensure you don't get a dark ring around the edge of the repair. Give it plenty of drying time between coats so the finish stays crisp and clear.