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Reflective Paint

Posted by Todd on Dec 28, 2006

I am refinishing my CH17, touching up epoxy and re-varnishing. I want to paint my rub rails this time around, and I want to use a pearl colored reflective paint. Where can I find this in small quantities, and what product would one recommend?

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