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Mipa Automotive Paint Systems

At Independent Paint Supplies, we supply a comprehensive range of Mipa automotive, commercial, and industrial paint systems, trusted by professional bodyshops, vehicle refinishing specialists, commercial vehicle painters, and industrial coating professionals throughout the UK.

Manufactured by Mipa SE, these high-performance coatings are designed to deliver excellent colour accuracy, outstanding coverage, exceptional durability, and efficient application. Whether you're carrying out a small repair, panel replacement, complete vehicle respray, commercial vehicle refurbishment, or industrial coating project, Mipa offers a solution to suit your requirements.

Available Mipa Paint Systems

Mipa WBC Water-Based Basecoat (Recommended)

Mipa WBC is a modern water-based basecoat system designed to meet current environmental standards while delivering exceptional refinishing performance.

Benefits:

• Excellent OEM colour matching and colour accuracy

• High coverage with reduced material consumption

• Fast drying for improved productivity

• Low VOC content and environmentally responsible formulation

• Easy application with consistent, professional results

• Supplied ready for use – no thinners or reducers required

Key Information:

• Water-based basecoat system

• Dries to a matt finish

• Requires clearcoat lacquer for gloss and protection

• Suitable for spot repairs, blending, and full resprays

• Ready for spray application straight from the container

Mipa BC Solvent-Based Basecoat

Mipa BC is a premium solvent-based basecoat system offering excellent opacity, colour accuracy, and ease of application.

Benefits:

• High pigment concentration for exceptional coverage

• Excellent metallic and pearl control

• Fast drying and efficient workflow

• Suitable for solid, metallic, pearl, and special-effect colours

• Reliable and consistent refinishing results

Key Information:

• Solvent-based basecoat system

• Dries to a matt finish

• Requires clearcoat lacquer for gloss and protection

• Must be thinned at a 2:1 ratio before spraying

DEFRA Compliance Notice

This product is supplied in accordance with current DEFRA regulations relating to high VOC automotive refinishing materials.

Non-compliant solvent-based products must not be used for refinishing passenger vehicles unless the vehicle qualifies as a classic, historic, or exempt vehicle under current legislation.

By purchasing this product, you confirm that you have read and accepted this notice and will use the material in full compliance with applicable regulations.

Mipa OC 2K Direct Gloss

Mipa OC is a premium 2K acrylic direct gloss paint system designed to provide outstanding durability, coverage, and finish quality.

Benefits:

• Direct gloss finish – no lacquer required

• High opacity for reduced material consumption

• Excellent gloss retention and durability

• Lower solvent emissions

• Fast drying for increased workshop efficiency

Key Information:

• Suitable for solid (non-metallic) colours only

• Requires mixing at a 2:1 ratio with the appropriate hardener/activator

• Ideal for commercial vehicles, industrial applications, and direct gloss refinishing

Mipa PUR HS 2K High Solid Direct Gloss

Mipa PUR HS is a premium high-solid, two-component polyurethane-acrylic (2K PUR) paint system designed specifically for commercial vehicles, transport fleets, and demanding professional coating applications.

Engineered to provide outstanding weather resistance, UV protection, excellent gloss retention, and exceptional durability, Mipa PUR HS delivers a long-lasting, high-quality direct gloss finish.

Its high-solid formulation provides excellent opacity and coverage, making it an ideal choice for professional painters requiring a durable, efficient, and high-performance coating system.

Benefits:

• High-quality direct gloss finish – no additional clearcoat required

• Excellent resistance to weathering and UV exposure

• Outstanding gloss retention for a long-lasting finish

• High opacity and excellent coverage, reducing material consumption

• Excellent resistance to chemical and mechanical stresses

• High-solid formulation for efficient application

• Excellent durability for demanding commercial and industrial environments

• Suitable for partial repairs and complete vehicle paintwork

• Formulated without lead pigments

Key Information:

• 2K polyurethane-acrylic high-solid direct gloss paint system

• Suitable for solid (non-metallic) colours

• Designed for trucks, buses, commercial vehicles, and transport fleets

• Ideal for professional commercial vehicle refinishing and suitable industrial coating applications

• Requires mixing with a compatible Mipa 2K hardener before application

• Mixing ratio of 3:1 with Mipa 2K HS Hardeners

• Alternatively, 2:1 with compatible Mipa 2K MS LV Hardeners

• Thinning requirements vary depending on the selected hardener and application method

• Typically applied in 1.5–2 spray coats using HVLP equipment

• Recommended flash-off time of 10–15 minutes between coats

• For professional use only

Recommended Applications:

• HGVs, lorries, and commercial trucks

• Buses and coaches

• Vans and commercial transport vehicles

• Trailers and transport equipment

• Commercial fleet refurbishment

• Suitable industrial machinery and equipment

• Other demanding professional coating applications, subject to substrate preparation and coating compatibility

Important Mixing Information:

Mipa PUR HS must be mixed with the appropriate hardener before application.

• Mipa 2K HS Hardener: 3 parts paint to 1 part hardener

• Mipa 2K MS LV Hardener: 2 parts paint to 1 part hardener

Additional thinner may be required depending on the hardener, spray equipment, and application conditions. Always consult the manufacturer's Technical Data Sheet before use.

Please Note: Mipa PUR HS is a professional two-component coating and is not supplied ready for spraying. Hardener and thinner requirements should be confirmed before application.

Available Sizes

Available in a range of sizes to suit every project:

• 250ml

• 500ml

• 750ml

• 1 Litre and above

All paints are professionally mixed to order.

Available sizes and colour options may vary depending on the selected paint system.

Colour Matching

We can supply Mipa paints in thousands of automotive, commercial vehicle, and industrial colours, professionally mixed using advanced colour-matching technology to ensure excellent accuracy and consistency.

For the best possible match:

• Provide your vehicle paint code or required colour reference when ordering

• Include any variant or shade information where available

• For commercial or industrial applications, provide the relevant RAL, BS, manufacturer, or fleet colour reference where supported

• Contact our team if you require assistance identifying the correct colour or selecting the most suitable paint system

Important Information

• All paints are mixed to the standard shade associated with the selected colour code

• If a specific variant or manufacturer preference is required, please include details in the Additional Information box

• Different paint systems have different mixing ratios, preparation requirements, and application procedures

• Basecoat systems require a compatible clearcoat lacquer, whereas direct gloss systems generally do not

• 2K paint systems require the appropriate hardener/activator, which may be sold separately

• Always consult the relevant Technical Data Sheet before mixing or application

• Ensure the selected paint system is suitable for the intended application and complies with applicable VOC regulations

• Professional 2K coatings must only be applied with suitable spray equipment, ventilation, and appropriate respiratory protection

Please Note

• All paints are custom mixed to order and are non-refundable, except where statutory consumer rights apply

• Always carry out a spray-out test before full application

• Colour shades may vary depending on application method, substrate, lighting, and existing paint condition

• We cannot accept responsibility for colour discrepancies resulting from incorrect colour information or application procedures

• If you are unsure which Mipa paint system is most suitable for your project, please contact our team for professional advice before ordering