Pattern guide

The checkerboard Cerakote pattern

The checkerboard is pure motorsport heritage — finish-line flags on a part. Bold, graphic, and instantly legible even on small components.

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How it sprays

Grid stencil over a cured base, one pass. Crisp corners demand good tape adhesion on curves.

Choosing colors

Black and white is the only 'correct' checker to most eyes — but black with stone grey is the tasteful volume knob.

A proven combo to start from

Real catalog colors that work for checkerboard — click any swatch for pairings and similar shades.

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