Axis Performance Coatings Paint Reducer

Axis Performance Coatings Paint Reducers: Engineered for the Professional Finish

When it comes to achieving a truly professional paint job, the reducer you choose is just as important as the paint itself. Axis Performance Coatings has built its reputation on formulating refinish products that optimize quality, performance, and value — and their lineup of paint reducers is no exception. Designed for use across automotive, marine, fleet, and aviation applications, Axis reducers are trusted by professional refinishers who demand consistent, repeatable results.

A Reducer for Every Application

Axis Performance Coatings offers several distinct reducer formulations, each engineered for a specific paint system and shop environment.

• SUPER-FLOW Acrylic Urethane Reducer — The AXIS® SUPER-FLOW is a premium reducer formulated for use in primers and topcoats where a smoother finish and maintaining a wet edge longer are desired. It also helps eliminate dieback in shops where unfavorable conditions exist, such as hot temperatures and/or high humidity. This makes it an especially practical choice for busy body shops operating in challenging climates.
• Acrylic Urethane Reducer — Formulated as a high-quality urethane reducer to produce a smooth and even flow-out, it can be used in any 2K urethane primer, clear, topcoat, and many basecoats that do not require a stabilizer or reactive reducer.
• Acrylic Enamel Reducer — Formulated as a high-quality acrylic enamel reducer to produce a smooth and even flow-out, it can also be used in spot, panel, and overall refinishing to produce brilliant gloss and superior leveling.
• Basecoat Reducer — Developed as an alternative to DuPont® Basemaker 7160s, 7175s, and 7185s, these reducers are formulated to be comparable to Chro-mabase® and Croma Premier® reducers. This gives shops a cost-effective option without sacrificing compatibility or performance.
• Synthetic Enamel Reducer — Formulated as a high-quality synthetic enamel reducer to produce a smooth and even flow-out for applications, rounding out the lineup for shops working with a wide variety of paint systems.

Cross-Industry Versatility

Axis Performance Coatings positions itself as a provider of professional refinish products optimizing quality, performance, and value across auto, marine, fleet, aviation, and performance coatings sectors. This breadth of focus means their reducers are formulated to perform under the varied demands of each industry — from a high-humidity marine environment to the precise tolerances required in aviation refinishing. Whether you are a collision repair technician, a custom painter, or a fleet maintenance professional, there is an Axis reducer designed for your workflow.

Choosing the Right Axis Reducer

Selecting the correct reducer depends on your paint system, the ambient temperature and humidity of your spray environment, and the specific finish requirements of your project. Axis's range covers slow, medium, and fast evaporation rates to give painters precise control over open time and flow. For shops dealing with hot or humid conditions, the SUPER-FLOW formulation's ability to maintain a wet edge and combat dieback makes it a standout choice. For those working within 2K urethane systems, the standard Acrylic Urethane Reducer offers a reliable, versatile solution. Explore the full paint reducer category or browse the complete Axis Performance Coatings catalog to find the right product for your next refinish project.