Metallic colors are those that They are characterized by having a shine similar to that of a metal, which is why they are called this way.
One of the most relevant aspects of metallic colors is that they are more noticeable when they are in the presence of light, whether natural or not, some of the most common being , and , but there are others.
What are the metallic colors?
Metals such as gold, silver, bronze, among others, acquire this shine because they reflect a greater amount of light photons.
That is why some colors are called directly by the name of the metal, in certain cases, with its variations:
- Gold (golden)
- Silver (silver)
- Bronze
- Copper
- Lead
Likewise, other colors can acquire this metallic characteristic, adding the word at the end to refer to their type:
- Metallic blue
- Metallic green
- metallic pink
- metallic orange
- metallic purple
How are metallic colors created?
Small metal shavings are added to the so-called metallic paints, which are classified as metal flakes, which create a shiny flash effect on the product, creating various metallic colors.
Normally, tones such as silver or lead are found, but they are more widely found on the market.
Use of metallic colors
Metallic colors are mainly used as paints in the automotive industry, to provide that shine in their colors that make them look metallic to a certain extent.
They also have their use in the application of vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles, as well as other types of machinery or surfaces.
However, the metallic color palette has been adapted for making balloons, makeup, nail paints, and more.