Choosing the Right SPI Clear: Universal vs. Euro vs. Speed vs. Production

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At Bigelow Products, we’re proud to offer high-performance Southern Polyurethanes (SPI) clears trusted by pros, body shops, and restoration experts alike. Whether you're restoring a showpiece or turning around a same-day repair, knowing which clear to use is key.

Here’s a side-by-side breakdown of SPI’s top clears: Universal Clear, Euro Clear, Speed Clear, and Production Clear.

Universal Clear

Best for: Show cars, restorations, high-end finishes

Highlights:

• Medium-high solids for excellent depth

• Flows out beautifully with long open time

• Ideal for larger panels or full body jobs

• Excellent UV resistance and durability

• Buffs easily after 24+ hours

  
  

Pro Tip: Want that deep, glassy finish? This is the SPI gold standard.

Euro Clear

Best for: High-build gloss in professional production settings

Highlights:

• Higher solids content than Universal

• Provides thicker build with fewer coats

• Longer flash time allows for great leveling

• Designed for sanding and polishing

Pro Tip: Euro gives you that deep European gloss — fewer coats, more depth.

Speed Clear

Best for: Spot repairs, small panels, quick turnaround work

Highlights:

• Extremely fast-drying — buff in as little as 2–3 hours

• Lower solids, thin and fast application

• Ideal for bumpers, fenders, or blend jobs

• Not recommended for full resprays or long-term durability

Pro Tip: For production speed on small repairs, nothing beats Speed Clear.

Production Clear

Best for: Collision repair, fleet work, and insurance jobs

Highlights:

• Budget-friendly and easy to apply

• Medium solids, fast/moderate dry time

• Great for high-volume work with good gloss

• Buffs within 6–12 hours

Pro Tip: Need reliable results on a tight timeline? Production Clear gets it done.

✅ SPI Clearcoat Comparison Table

Clearcoat	Best For	Dry Time	Solids	Buffing Window	Durability
Universal	Show cars, restorations	Medium	Med-High	24+ hrs	Excellent (UV-rated)
Euro	High-build production	Slower flash	High	24–48 hrs	Excellent
Speed	Spot repair, fast jobs	Fast (hours)	Lower	2–4 hrs	Moderate
Production	Collision, fleet, insurance	Fast/Moderate	Medium	6–12 hrs	Good (cost-effective)

Still not sure which one to choose?Reach out to the team at Bigelow Products. We’re happy to help match you with the right SPI clearcoat for your project.

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