Materials and Techniques

Material Paint

Aged Paint More Realistic than the Real Thing. Material paint can be applied to all kinds of materials.

Daikan's metal painting technicians work their hearts and souls into every piece to create an air of antique magic.

What is the Paint Technician National Accreditation?

It is a national certification granted by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of Japan to certify that the applicant possesses sufficient skills and abilities in painting. Daikan invests an immense amount of time and resources on independent training and classroom learning in preparation for the certification exam. The first-class painting certification exam has strict eligibility criterion that requires a minimum of 7 years’ working experience, alongside a tough pass rate of only 50%. At Daikan, we have 13 first-class certified technicians who stand at the forefront to uphold and progress our high quality and artistry (as of June 2022).

Material Paint

What is aging paint?

The term "aging" holds various meanings, such as "growing old" and "maturing," but essentially it refers to the passage of time. Daikan Material Paint's aging paint is an art technique leveraged in theme parks and movie sets, where facades and props are intentionally made to appear aged or weathered. The key aim is to reproduce deterioration, such as fading, rusting, or sun-bleaching, that comes with the passing of time. To capture and create, with paint, a sense of “reality” as if the product has “lived” through the ages. This painting technique requires imagination and experience in the pursuit of reality. Where rust will come from and where will rainwater droplets adhere?

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All signs produced by Daikan can be treated and modified(*supplied materials are also accepted).

Material Paint can be applied to all kinds of signs and materials, including sign bases, cut letters, and box letters. All finishing is completed by hand allowing us to accommodate materials supplied by our customers (please consult us on a case-by-case basis). Be enamored by the magical techniques of fast-forwarding and pausing the passage of time. And expect to find an original antiquated finish that will stand out as a worldwide one-of-a-kind.

*Supplied materials that are expensive, irreplaceable, or difficult to package or transport will be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Base: Stainless Steel 3mm Thick
Color: MP-ARI-01(Aged Rusted Iron 01)
Letters: D-Letter Tube 8mm dia.
Finish: MP-ARI-02(Aged Rusted Iron 02)

Letter: Stainless Steel Channel
Color: MP-AGB-01(Aged Brass 01)

Base: ABS Resin 5mm Thick / 3mm Chamfered Edge + Semi Straight cut
Color: MP-PHC-01(Phosphate Coating 01)

Each item exhibits a unique finish and feel

Aged painting is an expression of time that achieves a slightly different finish depending on the size and shape of the object, and the sensitivity of each individual painter.Each piece is finished by hand and, as with any naturally occurring weathering, no two pieces will ever be the same.

Material Painting finish to Stainless Steel pipe
Material Painting finish to D-Letter

Custom-made finishing of single-item orders on offer

Daikan’s Material Paint makes it easy to order anything from single one-off items to more cost-effective multiple-unit orders, all at affordable prices. In addition to our 24 base colors, we also create unique custom-made colors to match and complement the material samples provided (created to order). We are pleased to create sample chips for prior approval, ensuring that each piece matches your needs and ideas. Single items orders are welcome. *Supplied materials that are expensive, irreplaceable, or difficult to package or transport will be discussed on a case-by-case basis.