Rust-Oleum 214944 Specialty Reflective Spray, Semi Transparent Clear Finish,10oz

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Good value and does what it’s supposed to

Did not reflect at all after multiple applications. And the spray nozzle was cracked when I opened it. I replaced with an old one so I could try it. I would not recommend this product .

I have wanted reflecting wheels for my bike, but what few are made are very expensive and my bike takes an odd size wheel. When I ran across the listing I was thrilled, but concerned as to whether the paint would work at all because of so many bad reviews.Well, I generally followed the directions on the can and the result is a very reflective wheel rim.Here is what I did:1) taped off the parts of the wheel where I didn't want paint (obviously). This is a bit of work, but fortunately I was working with the rim only and will build up the wheel later. I used the wheel as a template and cut curves in the blue painters tape so I could mask the machined sidewalks of the rim.2) shook the can very thoroughly. This is very important because this "paint" is a clear coat carrier for super tiny reflective beads. It is these beads that makes your item reflective, if they are not mixed in to the stream you are spraying at your object, it will not end up reflective! (Think unshaken vinegar and oil dressing.)3) shook the can again after every 15 seconds of spraying, according to directions.4) did three very light coats 2 minutes apart. While I was waiting between coats, I kept shaking the can so the reflective beads and the clear coat paint wouldn't separate.After drying, I tested in a dark room and a flashlight and it was definitely reflecting. I noticed that from some parts of the rim (the flats parallel to the ground) were super bright white compared to the rim sidewalls. This can only be from the higher density of beads. This gave me the idea to add more paint. I repeated steps 1-4 after 24 hours. The brightness of the reflectivity increased dramatically. Even the blue painters masking tape is shiny. I may do a third round as an experiment, although my buddy says it looks great already and should stop.I bought another can to do more wheels.

As others have said, after several coats, it is not clear. I understand what, but after applying it as they direct, it is not clear. It does reflect lights after I used about 8-10 coats from different angles, shaking constantly. I applied it to a white background then overlaid black house numbers.

This product does not defend from cameras, find another product if this is the reason you are buying it. It seems to be somewhat effective at night when illumination is fully provided by a camera flash but during daytime, the ambient light is enough to negate the over-illumination effect expected when the camera flash happens. This is definitely 'highly reflective' paint, but definitely not a candidate for anti-snooping.

They claim it's not legal to spray your plate but as long as traffic scams are there I'll do my part to beat them. I sprayed my tags after being forced to pay traffic cam tickets you can't dispute. Stick it to the gov with this spray

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Do NOT order this as a way to spray your tag to be reflective. It does NOT spray reflective ANYTHING. It is a cream colored spray paint. Ordering a new tag now.

This paint does what it advertises! Some of the reviewers seem to have believed that this paint would be self luminescent like a flashlight, glowing day and night. This paint only REFLECTS light back to the source of the light, and it does this VERY well - especially considering the price. I painted grill inserts for my Jeep, expecting so-so results, perhaps nothing due to the reviews. But for the price, I decided to try it anyways. Well, this is the coolest looking paint I have ever seen, almost mesmerizing when it reflects the light back, nearly invisible in the day.Update July 30th, 2010 - I have since sprayed this paint on my rocker guards and the effect is great. Draws attention, period. The reflecting is bright enough to draw comments from strangers, and although it is going to take a few more coats to make the reflection of light uniform - that is ok. The entire purpose of this paint is to draw attention. I feel better now driving through intersections with a car without doors when I know that everyone who is remotely paying attention will see a bright white bar under my car. Great nightime safety addition that looks good in the day as well.As a note - the instructions really need to be followed EXACTLY. I painted my rocker guards with two cans, and the can held at an angle. Worked okay. Then patched up a part that I sanded down while holding the can vertical - no comparison. Repainted both sides with one can while following the instructions exactly (duh) and it is much more reflective.