Hard Cande

  • Anton LeViolet Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard voodoo violet kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Anton LeViolet Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Anton LeViolet Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Apple Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Apple Red kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Apple Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Apple Cande Base Coat

  • Apple Wine Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Ruby Red kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Apple Wine Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Apple Wine Cande Base Coat

  • Atomic Tango Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard tangerine kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Atomic Tango Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Atomic Tango Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Bandanna Blue Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard true blue kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Bandanna Blue Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Bandanna Blue Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Base Coat Hardener – Works w/ Our Base Coats, Intercoat, Hard Cande, CBC, Cande & Pearl Coats

    $23.99
    Quart
    8oz

    Key Features

    • Increased Durability & Longevity – Creates a tougher, more resilient basecoat layer that withstands chips, scratches, and everyday wear.
    • Superior Intercoat Adhesion – Promotes stronger bonding between basecoat, intercoat, and clearcoat for a seamless, long-term finish.
    • Enhanced Gloss Holdout – Maintains deep, vibrant shine over time with improved resistance to fading and oxidation.
    • Reduced Mottling & Dry Spray – Delivers smoother, more even application for flawless candy, pearl, and metallic effects.
    • Versatile Compatibility – Works perfectly with Cande Shop CBC, Cande’s, Pearls, Hard Cande, and most other automotive base coats & intercoats.
    • Improved Re-coat & Repairability – Makes future touch-ups and repairs easier without compromising the original finish.

    Instructions

    Add 1-2 ounces of Base Coat Hardener BCH1 per sprayable quart of base coat, pearl, or candy coat. Mix thoroughly before spraying for optimal results.

    To read in greater detail about why you should be using our base coat hardener, read The Crucial Role of Basecoat Hardener in Custom Painting

  • Blood Orange Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard red-orange kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Blood Orange Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Blood Orange Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Blue Razz Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Oriental Blue kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Blue Razz Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Blue Razz Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Blueberry Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Cobalt Blue kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Blueberry Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Blueberry Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Cinnamon Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Cinnamon Brown kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Cinnamon Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Cinnamon Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Cranberry Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Wine Red kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Cranberry Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Cranberry Cande Base Coat

  • Ectoplasm Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Lime Green kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Ectoplasm Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Ectoplasm Cande Base Coat

  • Rated 5.00 out of 5

    Grape Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard purple kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Grape Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Grape Cande Base Coat

  • Honey Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard 24k gold kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Honey Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Honey Cande Base Coat

  • Lemon Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard lime gold kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Lemon Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Lemon Cande Base Coat

  • Money Shot Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard organic green kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Money Shot Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Money Shot Cande Base Coat

  • Moonshine Still Copper Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard copper kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Moonshine Still Copper Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Moonshine Still Copper Cande Base Coat

  • Passion Pitaya Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard magenta pink kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Passion Pitaya Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Passion Pitaya Cande Base Coat

  • Peacock Teal Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard teal blue kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Peacock Teal Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Peacock Teal Cande Base Coat

  • Pickle Rick Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard turquoise green kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Pickle Rick Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Pickle Rick Cande Base Coat

  • Pineapple Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard yellow gold kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Pineapple Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Pineapple Cande Base Coat

  • Plum Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard burple kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Plum Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Plum Cande Base Coat

  • Poppin’ Cherry Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Midcoat

    $89.99

    Priced per Quart

    Key Features & Benefits:

    • Premium Formulation: Mixture of high-quality cande concentrate and carefully selected sparkle pearls integrated into a user-friendly midcoat
    • Easy Application: Sprays smoothly like a base coat – no complicated candy systems needed
    • Outstanding Durability: Extreme UV resistance for long-lasting color and shine on outdoor vehicles
    • Stunning Visuals: Delivers candy-like depth, clarity, and sparkle that outperforms standard Cherry Red kandy paints
    • Mixing Ratio: 1 part Poppin’ Cherry Hard Cande to 1 part R60-R90 Cande Shop Reducers
    • Professional Results: Perfect for custom car paint jobs, motorcycles, trucks, and show vehicles

    MIXING RATIO

    If you want less sparkle than this, try Poppin’ Cherry Cande Base Coat

Hard Cande – Sparkling Candy Basecoat Paint for Show-Stopping Custom Finishes

Discover Hard Cande, the premium sparkling mid-coat paint from Cande Shop that delivers the deep, vibrant look of traditional candy paint with added sparkle and easier application. Perfect for custom painters who want eye-catching depth, metallic shimmer, and professional results without the hassle of multiple translucent layers.

Hard Cande is a carefully formulated blend of ultra-concentrated Cande concentrate and select high-quality sparkle pearls. It sprays like a basecoat over a solid color ground coat, giving you rich candy-like color with beautiful pearl effects in a single, easy-to-apply mid-coat. Whether you’re building a custom motorcycle, car, truck, helmet, or show vehicle, Hard Cande creates stunning depth, brilliant shine, and attention-grabbing sparkle that stands out under the sun or under lights.

Why Painters Love Hard Cande:

  • Easier spraying — Applies like a basecoat, reducing the need for multiple candy coats
  • Built-in sparkle — Premium pearls add dynamic shimmer and dimension
  • Vibrant, transparent color — Delivers true candy depth over black, white, or colored base coats
  • Excellent coverage & flow — Reduces cleanly and lays out smooth with minimal effort
  • UV stable & durable — Formulated for long-lasting color that holds up outdoors
  • Versatile use — Ideal for automotive, motorcycle, bike frames, helmets, airbrushing, and custom projects

Our Hard Cande line includes popular shades like Blue Razz, Money Shot, Lemon, Grape, Cranberry, Apple, Blood Orange, Bandanna Blue, and many more — each offering its own unique sparkling candy effect.

Ready to take your custom paint job to the next level? Browse our full collection of Hard Cande sparkling candy midcoats and pair them with Cande Shop reducers, clear coats, and metal flake for complete show-quality results.

Pro Tip: For maximum depth, spray Hard Cande over a black or dark base coat. For a brighter pop, try it over a white or gray ground coat.

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