QUOTE (HIGHlow KusTumZ @ Sep 22 2009, 11:35 PM)

what is a real flake job...compared to a fake one?
and if you ever been by a boat shop youve seen a flake job dont gotta be in no damn florida.
flakes are ok..more of a lowrider thing to me but to each his own. the small flake can be helpfull.. use the smaller ones first, then go over with the larger. it will fill the dark spots that larger flakes leave.
I think what people are refering to when they say real flake and fake flake, is the application of said paint.
Some consider a "fake" flake job when a base coat is applied and then topcoated clear with flakes. Giving it a bad look because the flakes refract the light. But, if done properly with the wetsanding and reclearing, it'll give it a smooth wet finish, the the light will reflect off the flakes instead, resulting in the "real flake."
Just my 2cents... i've seen the "fake flake" done, it's horrible... same thing with pearls... if not done right, it looks like shit..