If you need to order touch-up paint, match bodywork, or identify the original factory colour on your Toyota, you’ll need the official Toyota paint code. The code is usually a 3-digit or 3-character combination such as: 040 — Pure White 1G3 — Decuma Grey Metallic 209 — Eclipse Black 3T3 — Tokyo Red 8W7 — Denim Blue Toyota paint codes are normally located on the vehicle identification plate or VIN sticker. Where to Find the Paint Code on a Toyota 1. Driver’s Door Shut (Most Common Location)...

Xylene is a widely used solvent in automotive bodyshops, commonly found in paints, lacquers, and thinners. It is used to reduce the thickness of paint, helping it spray evenly and produce a smooth finish. While it plays an important role in vehicle refinishing, xylene also presents serious health and safety hazards, particularly during spraying operations. The main danger comes from inhalation. When paint is sprayed through a spray gun, xylene becomes a fine airborne mist that can easily be...

Isocyanates are chemicals widely used in bodyshops, especially in paints and coatings. Despite their usefulness, they pose serious health risks to workers exposed to them. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has recently increased inspections of bodyshops to make sure these workplaces follow strict safety rules. Understanding why isocyanates are harmful and what the HSE is doing helps protect workers and improve safety standards. Why Isocyanates Are Harmful to Human Health Isocyanates are...