
Gloss Metallic Dead Red, the first color of the APA Signature Collection, has arrived. The APAxPiD DEAD RED was developed with the Paint is Dead founder Austin Smith and the PiD crew that, from the beginning, had a clear vision for this new color. Red, but not a regular red; DEAD RED is a deep metallic color with a super glossy finish. A sophisticated but intense shade with its red undertones.
This color leads with strength and force bringing your wrap experience to life, and verifying the fact that Paint is Dead.
Gloss Metal Dead Red is part of the APA Signature Collection, designed for those who want to be innovators with latest, fresh, and exclusive colors. These modern colors are for those who are not scared to show off their personality and are ready to stand out from the crowd.
All Signature Collection colors are designed and developed in Miami (USA) and tailored made in Milan (ITALY).
Signature Collection
The APA Signature Collection is a partnership between premium brands, celebrities, and talented artists that share values and passions in the automotive industry.
These partnerships are here not to just develop new colors, but to bring a new whole experience in the car wrap game! A collection of stunning colors co-designed with each partner and tailored made in Milan (ITALY). For each color you can get the separate art printed in our cast film ready for bring extra exclusivity to your car.
What makes the APA Signature Collection unique? Each color features:
– custom box designed by the artist;
– collectable handmade limited edition enamel pin available only with the purchase of the roll of material;
– art poster designed by the artist (not available for purchase separately).
Paint is Dead
Paint is Dead is involved in many areas of the industry, however you may best know Paint is Dead for it’s social media presence, with over 320k total viewers to our social media channel’s that reach upwards of 20million viewers monthly, we are the largest social media platform in the industry.
Paint is Dead also is a marketing/ buying group, with certified shops contributing to, as well as being a part of the world’s largest buying group. Paint is Dead Certified Member’s are brick and mortar shops that have proven to be power houses in their markets, as well as the overall wrap industry. Leader’s that conceptualize, and grow the industry with professionalism and respect, growing stronger with each other’s consistent help in all areas of a wrap business, and it’s growth.
Paint is Dead has triumphed over the past 15 years to bring the industry together, and is also involved in the WWWRAP (World Wide Wrap Recognition & Appreciation Party) in Las Vegas every year. This event is the premier wrap gathering for Shops, Installers, Brands and Manufacturers to convene to showcase new trends, colors, and meet and great with industry greats from around the world!
PowerJet technology
The APA POWERJET™ series represents our 5th generation adhesive technology, developed to deliver a dramatically faster and easier installation experience. Featuring an advanced low initial tack adhesive, POWERJET™ gives installers full control during positioning—making complex applications smoother and more efficient than ever before.
All gloss colors in the POWERJET™ range are equipped with a protective PET liner, ensuring an ultra-gloss finish while safeguarding the film from marks and damage during shipping and storage. This added layer keeps the material pristine right up to installation.
Once properly aligned, the film activates with pressure to form a secure and lasting bond. Its formulation provides excellent conformability, high coverage power, and strong mechanical resistance.
5th Generation Innovation: Refined over time for unmatched application performance
Super-Fast Install: Low initial tack allows precise positioning with less effort
Mirror-Like Gloss: PET liner enhances and protects the high-gloss finish
Reliable and Durable: Excellent resistance and clean finish on any surface
Application Temperature: Recommended between 15°C and 28°C
Fire Safety Certified: Classified B-S2-D0 for reaction to fire
POWERJET™ redefines efficiency and finish—making it the go-to choice for professionals who demand speed, control, and a flawless result.