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PPF Colour Guide 2026: 20 Most-Popular Hong Kong Swatches + Care Tips

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PPF colour guide 2026 Hong Kong: 20 most-popular matte / gloss / satin swatches with BMW M4 in Nardo Grey satin PPF 45-degree front view
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Colour change used to mean vinyl — which fades in 1–2 years and adds no paint protection. In 2026, aliphatic TPU coloured PPF gives you a colour change + 5-year warranty + self-healing over the original paint in one film. Below are Hong Kong's 20 most-requested swatches across matte, gloss, satin and chrome.

1. Matte — Hong Kong's most popular category

  • Matte Black — Deep Space

    The universal black. Great on BMW M / Porsche Macan; hides minor surface imperfections.

  • Nardo Grey — Semi-matte grey

    The Audi RS signature. Must use satin PPF — gloss ruins the tone.

  • Cement Grey

    Cool-tone grey — Tesla Model 3 / BYD Han favourite.

  • Sand Beige

    Off-road look for Land Rover Defender, Jeep Wrangler.

  • Olive Green

    Military finish — Defender / G-Class staple.

2. Gloss — for supercar mirror-finish

  • Ferrari Rosso Corsa

    F1 heritage red. Deep tones need more careful upkeep.

  • Riviera Blue

    Porsche classic, pairs perfectly with white leather.

  • Signal Yellow

    Focal supercar colour; re-colour cost is high.

  • Pearl White

    The most versatile choice; lowest ongoing care cost.

  • Rolls Royce Twilight Purple

    Metallic deep purple — signature look with a private plate.

3. Satin — the matte look, easier upkeep

  • Satin Ghost White

    Between matte and gloss white; ~30% easier to maintain than pure matte.

  • Satin Frozen Grey

    Mercedes designo-inspired — great on CLA / C-Class.

  • Satin Midnight Blue

    Deep satin blue that pops with silver wheels.

  • Satin Champagne

    Low-key gold, suited to Lexus LC / Audi A8.

  • Satin Rose Gold

    Top request from female owners in the last 2 years.

4. Chrome / Chameleon — high-difficulty colour change

  • Chameleon Purple-to-Blue

    Shifts with light angle — highest visual impact at night.

  • Chrome Silver

    Requires the most-experienced installers; expect crowd attention.

  • Chrome Rose

    Popular with female owners; better as a partial than full wrap.

  • Aurora Green

    Deep green with metallic flake — a budget take on Lamborghini Verde Mantis.

  • Galaxy Black

    Black base with fine metallic flake — depth without going too far.

5. 20 swatches paired with car categories

CategoryRecommended swatches
Luxury sedanSatin Frozen Grey / Nardo Grey / Twilight Purple
EV SUVCement Grey / Matte Black / Pearl White
Off-road / SUVSand Beige / Olive Green / Matte Black
SupercarRosso Corsa / Riviera Blue / Signal Yellow / Aurora Green
Japanese sedanSatin Ghost White / Satin Champagne / Matte Black

6. Warranty and cost

  • Aliphatic TPU colour PPF

    5–7 year warranty, self-healing, 100% peelable back to original paint.

  • Vinyl wrap

    1–3 years, no self-healing, glue residue on removal.

  • Full-car aliphatic colour PPF

    HK$28,800–HK$42,800, ~40–60% above clear PPF.

  • Partial (roof / hood)

    HK$4,800–HK$8,800, from 1 working day.

7. Transport Department filing

Hong Kong Transport Dept. requires filing within 7 days when >50% of the exterior colour changes (e.g. white → matte black). Partial wraps (roof / hood) do not require filing. Full 2026 procedure + real cost: /en/wrap/matte-color-change.

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Quick answers to the questions owners ask most often.

  • Difference between Colour PPF and vinyl?

    Colour PPF is aliphatic TPU with self-healing and a 5–7 year warranty. Vinyl lasts 1–3 years, fades and lifts, and residue is common on removal — vinyl often costs 30–40% more over the life of the car.

  • How much is full-car Matte Black PPF in HK?

    GSWF Stealth Matte aliphatic TPU full-car sits at HK$32,800–HK$42,800 with a 5-year warranty — around 40–60% above clear PPF.

  • Does Nardo Grey have to use satin PPF?

    Yes. Nardo Grey (LY7C) is semi-matte; gloss PPF makes it too shiny and kills the tone. Only satin / matte finish PPF preserves the OEM look.

  • Do I need to file the colour change with the Transport Department?

    Full-car colour changes (>50% area) must be filed within 7 days. Partial (roof / hood) does not need filing. Our shop assists with paperwork onsite.

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