18/06/2026
On this week’s Klear Conversations…
Your bumper being a different shade to the rest of the car doesn’t automatically mean bad paint.
There are a few reasons why.
Plastic and metal reflect light differently.
The positioning and curvature of a bumper changes how light hits the panel compared to adjacent panels.
And many vehicles have plastic components painted separately to the body during manufacturing, with different application processes and curing conditions.
This effect can become even more noticeable on metallic, pearl and lighter colours where changes in light reflection are easier to see.
So next time you notice a slight variation—don’t automatically assume bad repair.
What colour is your car? Have you ever noticed this before?