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Different articles about customer projects, FAQs, and general knowledge from the team at Linkup Paint Supplies and our suppliers.
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2026
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Beach Hop 2026
Whangamata, Coromandel Peninsula | Mar 25, 2026 -
Mopars in Morrinsville 2026
Morrinsville Rec Grounds (Avenue Road South) | Mar 21, 2026 -
Frankton Thunder 2026
Commerce Street, Frankton, Hamilton | Mar 1, 2026 -
Morrinsville Motorama 2026
Morrinsville Recreation Grounds | Feb 7, 2026 -
Kumeu Classic Car and Hot Rod Festival 2026
Kumeu Showgrounds | Jan 16, 2026 -
Innovation for the future: PPG Acquires EMM
Read more on how PPG Acquired EMM. | Jan 9, 2026
2025
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DeBeer 8-149 Approved For Unsanded OEM E-Coat Panels
Read more on DeBeer 8-149 being approved for unsanded OEM E-Coat panels. | Dec 18, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #31 with DBNZ
Read about what to expect from DBNZ and Sherwin-Williams in 2026 in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Dec 16, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #9 with DBNZ
Read about 'Binder Ratios' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Dec 9, 2025 -
Sherwin-Williams Colour Support Christmas Cutoffs
Read more on the Sherwin-Williams Colour Support Christmas Cutoffs for 2025. | Dec 3, 2025 -
Shieldcoat Car Show Street Party
Shieldcoat, Wairau Valley | Nov 29, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #30 with DBNZ
Read about '2K Solid Colour Topcoat Fade' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 25, 2025 -
Stragglers Charity Custom & Classic Car Display 2025
Karapiro Domain, Lake Karapiro | Nov 23, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #29 with DBNZ
Read about 'Why We Must Blend - Part 2' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 18, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #28 with DBNZ
Read about 'Why We Must Blend' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 12, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #8 with DBNZ
Read about 'Cross-Contamination' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 4, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #7 with DBNZ
Read about 'What is Viscosity?' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 21, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #27 with DBNZ
Read about the 'DeBeer 1-60 Plastic Adhesion Primer' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 15, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #26 with DBNZ
Read about 'Wet on Wet (WOW) Primers' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 7, 2025 -
ICRIS 17.X.X Installation Guide
Read more on the ICRIS 17 Installation Guide. | Oct 1, 2025 -
Tuesday VR Tech Tip #1 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Z777 Mid Coat Adhesion Promoter' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Sep 30, 2025 -
Which Is the Right Polyurethane to Use on My Timber Floor: Moisture-Curing or Water-Based?
Read about the right polyurethane to use on your timber floor. | Sep 12, 2025 -
NEW! Finixa Plastic Repair - Micro Emission
Read more on the new Micro Emission Plastic Repair from Finixa. | Sep 12, 2025 -
ICRIS 17.0.1 Release
Read more on the ICRIS 17.0.1 Release. | Sep 9, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #6 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Valspar Industrial Mix FP450 Epoxy Primer White' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Sep 9, 2025 -
Tracking Hazardous Substances
Read about tracking hazardous substances. | Sep 5, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #5 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Valspar Industrial Mix CC700 Anti-Graffiti Clearcoat' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Sep 2, 2025 -
ICRIS 17.0 - Bug Detected
Read more on the ICRIS 17.0 - Bug Detected. | Sep 1, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #25 with DBNZ
Read about 'Solvent Popping' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Aug 26, 2025 -
Roller Cover DNA
Monarch breaks down the DNA of a Roller Cover for us in this article. | Aug 22, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #24 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer 1-404 Air Dry Clear Coat' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Aug 19, 2025 -
Technical Advice: DeBeer 1-380 1K UV Primer
DBNZ offers technical advice on the new DeBeer UV Primer 1-380 1K in this article. | Aug 18, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #23 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer's New UV Primer' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Aug 12, 2025 -
Best Practice: MM9021
DBNZ offers best practice advice when spraying with colours containing MM9021 in this article. | Aug 5, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #22 with DBNZ
Read about 'High Solids (HS) vs Medium Solids (MS)' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Aug 5, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #21 with DBNZ
Read about 'Greyshades' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Jul 29, 2025 -
Paint Brush DNA
Monarch breaks down the DNA of a Paint Brush for us in this article. | Jul 28, 2025 -
ICRIS 16.4.0 Release
Read more on the ICRIS 16.4.0 Release. | Jul 15, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #20 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer 47-39 2K Elastic' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Jul 15, 2025 -
Melomotive Bodywork & Surfacing Workshop
UCOL Training Centre, Palmerston North | Jul 12, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #19 with DBNZ
Read about 'Delamination' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Jul 8, 2025 -
The New DeBeer 1-380 1K UV Primer!
Read more on the new 1-380 1K UV Primer from DeBeer. | Jul 8, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #18 with DBNZ
Read about 'Drop Coat Techniques' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Jun 24, 2025 -
Finixa 2-Step Sanding System
Read more on the game changing 2-step sanding system from Finixa. | Jun 24, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #17 with DBNZ
Read about 'Mottling' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Jun 17, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #16 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer 1-380 1K UV Primer' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | May 27, 2025 -
Melomotive Bodywork & Surfacing Workshop
Buddy's Garage, Tamahere, Hamilton | May 24, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #15 with DBNZ
Read about 'Infrared Curing Technology' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | May 20, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #4 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Valspar Industrial Mix AD600 High Build Additive' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Apr 29, 2025 -
Seasonal Dehumidifier Checklist
Before you use your Industrial Dehumidifier for the season, make sure you have been through this checklist from Almax. | Apr 15, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #3 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Valspar Industrial Mix PB500 - Sealer Mode' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Apr 15, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #14 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer 8-814 Fast Performance Clear' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Apr 8, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #13 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer 1-123 Fade-Out Thinner' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Apr 1, 2025 -
DNA Custom Paints Take Over
Read more on the change with DNA Custom Paints and Trident Airbrush Paints in New Zealand. | Apr 1, 2025 -
Beach Hop 2025
Whangamata, Coromandel Peninsula | Mar 26, 2025 -
Colour Dept Update March 2025
Read more on the Colour Dept Update March 2025. | Mar 26, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #12 with DBNZ
Read about 'DeBeer 8-149 HS Surfacer' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Mar 25, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #11 with DBNZ
Read about 'Degreasers & Panel Cleaners' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Mar 11, 2025 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #2 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Valspar Industrial Mix Website Resources' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Mar 4, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #10 with DBNZ
Read about 'Filtration & Breathable Airlines' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Feb 25, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #9 with DBNZ
Read about 'Reducer Choice and Temperature' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Feb 18, 2025 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #8 with DBNZ
Read about 'Colour Card Dos and Don'ts' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Feb 11, 2025 -
4 & Rotary Nationals 2025
GLOBOX Arena & Events Centre, Claudelands | Jan 25, 2025
2024
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ICRIS System Requirements Update
Read more on the ICRIS System Requirements Update. | Dec 9, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #7 with DBNZ
Read about 'Application - The Applicator' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Dec 3, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #6 with DBNZ
Read about 'Application - The Gun' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 26, 2024 -
Tuesday VIM Tech Tip #1 with DBNZ
Read about the 'Valspar Industrial Mix Activator Range' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 19, 2024 -
ICRIS 16.1.9 Release
Read more on the ICRIS 16.1.9 Release. | Nov 7, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #5 with DBNZ
Read about the 'DeBeer Spot Primer' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Nov 5, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #4 with DBNZ
Read about the 'DeBeer MM9575 Metallic Bright Blue' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 29, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #3 with DBNZ
Read about the 'DeBeer E-Learning Platform' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 22, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #2 with DBNZ
Read about the 'DeBeer Let Down Fan Decks' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 15, 2024 -
Tuesday Tech Tip #1 with DBNZ
Read about the 'DeBeer MM9021 Metallic Bright Silver' in this week's Tuesday Tech Tip. | Oct 8, 2024 -
New Zealand Safety Data Sheet Quick Guide
Download our New Zealand Safety Data Sheet Quick Reference Guide. | Sep 19, 2024 -
EPA Cutting Lead Levels in Paints
Read about how EPA are cutting lead levels in paints. | Aug 19, 2024 -
64ZEPH 1964 Ford MK III Zephyr
Read about this amazing MK III Zephyr build by Bryce Henderson. | Feb 26, 2024
2023
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Japanese Washi Tape
Read what Japanese Washi masking tape is thanks to Pomona. | Dec 1, 2023 -
Abrasives Glossary
Read our comprehensive abrasives glossary thanks to S+G Abrasives. | Nov 2, 2023 -
Fit Testing | Respirator Protection
Read about how ph7, NZOHS, and WorkSafe can help with your fit testing. | Sep 22, 2023 -
Hazardous Property Controls
Read about how EPA are cracking down on the Hazardous Property Controls Notice. | Sep 21, 2023 -
ANZ Colour Dept Update Spring 2023
Read more on the ANZ Colour Dept Update Spring 2023. | Sep 14, 2023 -
ICRIS 16.0.11 Release
Read more on the ICRIS 16.0.11 Release. | Aug 17, 2023 -
Prohibited Antifouling Paints
Read about Antifouling paints you can no longer use from 1 August 2023. | Aug 1, 2023 -
Dangerous Goods Charge
Read about the Freightways dangerous goods charge changes from July 2023. | Jul 10, 2023
2022
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Force Majeure from 3M
Read about the Force Majeure from 3M affecting the Automotive Aftermarket Division. | Jun 17, 2022 -
ANZ Colour Dept Update April 2022
Read more on the ANZ Colour Dept Update April 2022. | May 5, 2022 -
Courier Update
Our latest courier update for February 2022 with resources from our carriers to help you track your parcel. | Feb 18, 2022 -
ANZ Colour Dept Update Jan-Feb 2022
Read more on the ANZ Colour Dept Update Jan-Feb 2022. | Feb 8, 2022
2021
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ANZ Colour Dept Update - Christmas 21 edition
Read more on the ANZ Colour Dept Update - Christmas 21 edition. | Dec 14, 2021 -
Custom Cleared Table Top
Read more about the process Avnil followed to clear this table top. | Oct 15, 2021 -
Blair Mason's 1995 Kawasaki ZXR400
Read more about the process Blair took painting his Kawasaki ZXR400. | Jul 28, 2021 -
SW Colour Dept Update - July 2021
Read more on the SW Colour Dept Update - July 2021. | Aug 3, 2021 -
SW Colour Dept Update - June 2021
Read more on the SW Colour Dept Update - June 2021. | Jun 29, 2021 -
SW Colour Dept Update - March 2021
Read more on the SW Colour Dept Update - March 2021. | Mar 19, 2021
2019
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R's Garage Subaru WRX
Read more about the candy paint job done for Reuben Bemrose at R's Garage by Customs Body Shop, Wellington. | Apr 8, 2019
2018
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VITAMN Holden HSV
Read more about the paint job done by the team at West Hamilton Auto Refinishers. | Sep 28, 2018 -
1965 Ford MK III Zephyr Custom Ute
Read about this 1965 MK III Zephyr Custom Ute build by Brian Quinn. | Sep 1, 2018
2015
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US1934 Plymouth PF
Read more about the DNA Candy paint job done by the team at King Street Auto Bodies, Hamilton. | Sep 28, 2015
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