Fiesta red - 400ml aerosol
George Fullerton created what is now referred to as the first “official” Fender custom color, Fiesta Red, circa 1957. Although Fender custom colours were based on models of General Motors, the Fiesta hue was based on the Ford Thunderbird 56.
Fiesta Red was used between 1960 and 1969 and has a slightly more orange tone compared to Dakota Red.
Colours for vintage-inspired guitars
After great work and exhaustive study by our laboratory and technical department, we have created colours for guitars to faithfully recreate the tones of vintage Fender and Gibson guitars to paint electric guitars. They have been based on original samples from the ‘50s and ‘60s. However, keep in mind that vintage guitar colours may have changed a lot over the years due to the aging of nitrocellulose lacquer and changes in the brands’ own colours. Therefore two guitars finished in 1960 with Fender card colours can look different between them or with respect to a more current guitar today.
Nitrocellulose lacquer gloss aerosol spray
At NitorLACK we have developed all our guitar colours in spray format nitrocellulose so you don’t need professional painting equipment to paint your guitar. You can achieve a professional finish with our entire range of products, from coloured base coats from our entire range up to nitrocellulose top coat lacquers in gloss and matte.
How much spray product do I need to buy to paint a guitar?
It will depend a lot on the type of wood and the amount of product that is applied for each coat and the desired finish, mirror effect or “open pore”. But in general, to paint a guitar with a medium wood pore:
• Electric guitar neck: 2 cans of nitrocellulose clear finish (gloss or matte)
• Electric guitar body: 1 can of nitrocellulose coloured base coat, 3 cans of nitrocellulose clear finish (gloss or matte)
• Classic or acoustic: 1 can of nitrocellulose coloured base coat, 4 or 5 cans of nitrocellulose clear finish (gloss or matte)
• Ukulele: 2 cans of nitrocellulose clear finish (gloss or matte)
• If you want to apply any colour between the base coat and the clear finish you should add 1 or 2 cans of the desired guitar colour.
Spray application tips
Shake vigorously for 2 to 5 minutes before applying. It is recommended to apply the spray in thin layers and with an ambient humidity that is as low as possible. Apply with a uniform movement and with a distance of approximately 20 cm. It is important to apply a primer and sand with 400 grit sandpaper before applying the spray, to achieve a uniform surface before colouring or finishing. Sand between coats and allow to dry for 12 to 24 hours between coats. Apply in ventilated areas.
Product Safety
Signal word: Danger
This product is classified as: Highly flammable liquid. Possibility of serious adverse effects through repeated or prolonged exposure and through inhalation. Possibility of eye and skin irritation. Possibility of toxic effects for reproduction in category three. Possible harm to the unborn child. Possibility of adverse effects with symptoms of mild poisoning through inhalation. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Classification of the preparation: Harmful. Highly flammable.
Special hazards associated with the preparation and
safety instructions:
R 10 Flammable
R11 Highly flammable
R38 Irritating to skin
R20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
R37 Irritating to respiratory system.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R 39/23/24/25 TOXIC: Danger of serious irreversible effects through inhalation, contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 48/20 Harmful: Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
R 63 May cause possible harm to the unborn child.R65 HARMFUL: May cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
S23 Do not breathe fumes, vapours or spray.
S36/37 Wear suitable clothing and gloves.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - no smoking.
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 51 Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Aerosol 1 H222-H229 Extremely flammable aerosol. Pressurised container: may burst if heated.
Eye Irrit. 2H319 Causes serious eye irritation. STOT SE 3H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Hazard-determining components of labelling: Acetone n-butyl acetate
Hazard statements: H222-H229 Extremely flammable aerosol. Pressurised container: may burst if heated.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary statements:
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of the reach of children.
P103 Read label before use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P211 Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
P251 Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
P261 Avoid breathing vapours/spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if possible. Continue rinsing.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P410+P412 Protect from sun exposure. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/122 °F.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Additional information: Without adequate ventilation, explosive mixtures may form. Contains CAS 222716-38-3 Polyamide and fatty acid derivatives. May produce an allergic reaction. 2.3 Other hazards:
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT:Not applicable.
vPvB:Not applicable.
