Infiniti Gray Pearl Metallic (KAT) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This shade belongs to the era when the M37 and M56 were the benchmarks for Japanese luxury. It is a mature, executive gray that gives the Q70 a heavy, solid presence on the road. Because your Infiniti has likely been cruising the highway for several years, you will notice this color is a champion at hiding light road dust and minor salt spray. It is not a loud color, but it carries a deep shimmer that makes the car look expensive even when it is just sitting in your driveway.

Technical Details

Since this is a pearl metallic finish, you are dealing with a complex mix of microscopic flakes and light-refracting particles. These elements provide the signature glow, but they also represent your biggest hurdle during a repair. If you apply the paint too thick in one spot, the flakes will settle unevenly and create a dark, cloudy patch known as mottling. You want a uniform distribution so the sun hits the repair at the same angle as the factory finish on the rest of the panel.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Infiniti Gray Pearl Metallic (check for code KAT), you must shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up those heavy settled flakes. You can find your official code on the manufacturer sticker located inside the driver's side door jamb. When you are ready to work in your garage or the shade, test the color on the included card first to get a feel for the nozzle or brush. Apply several thin layers rather than one heavy coat, and keep the container moving to prevent the metallic particles from bunching up. Give the repair plenty of drying time between each pass to ensure the final look remains crisp and even.