NH DESIGNS
Custom Helmet Painting
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PHOTO CREDS - @CONNERFREERSPORTSPHOTOGRAPHY
ABOUT US
From the first time I stepped into a kart, I knew I wanted a custom painted lid. It was a way to show personality, stand out, and make the helmet feel truly mine. But like a lot of things in racing, it came down to budget, and getting one professionally painted just wasn’t on the table.
During the 2023 off season, I started thinking, why not try it myself? I spent months diving into research, learning everything I could about the process. Turns out, painting a helmet is extremely technical and takes a ton of time. I knew it wouldn’t be easy, but I was determined to give it a shot. I spent my entire winter practicing on old helmets and It was rough at first, but after a couple more months and with the 2024 season around the corner, I ordered a brand new Arai GP6 and went for it.
To my surprise, it turned out way better than I expected. And I realized I actually really enjoyed the process! After a lot of thought, I decided to start NH Designs, a way for me to keep painting, stay involved in the sport I love, and help other drivers bring their ideas to life.
ABOUT NH DESIGNS
A custom painted helmet is one of the only ways you get to express yourself, and stand out on track. With so many teams and plain helmets looking the same, it’s easy to blend in. That’s why a having painted helmet is such a big deal. At NH Designs . Quality is something I take seriously, and every lid gets the most time, and attention put into it as possible.
The story behind NH Designs
My Work
PHOTO CREDS - @CKN_LIVE
MY WORK
Some of my most recent work, all helmets are posted on my Instagram!
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THE PROCESS
GET IN LINE
Start by heading over to the booking page and fill out the short form with your contact info and any initial ideas you have. This helps me understand what you’re looking for and where to start.
After you submit your request, I'll reach out to discuss your project. I'll go over your ideas, answer any questions, and provide you with a timeline based on my current queue.
If you would prefer just sending an email or a DM on my socials, that works too!
To reserve your place in line and begin the design process, I require a $300 non refundable deposit. This goes toward the final cost of your helmet and locks in your spot on my schedule.
DESIGN
I will work closely with you to create a design you’re 100% happy with. Whether you come to me with a full concept or just a blank slate, we can make it work. You can share all your ideas, inspirations, or references, and if you're not sure where to start, I can design one from scratch.
HELMET OPTIONS
Once the design is finalized and approved by you, you have a few options:
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Ship your own helmet
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Drop it off in person
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Choose from my selection of premium Arai helmets, prepped and ready for custom paint in collaboration with Rev Performance Materials (Inquire for more details)
THE PAINTING PROCESS
Once I begin, the entire process typically takes about 4-8 weeks. During that time I will send updates, and progress photos.
FINISHING UP
Once your helmet is complete, we can coordinate the return, whether that’s through shipping, pickup, or delivery.
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PRICING
Helmet painting is an extremely complicated, difficult, and expensive process which is why it can come at a premium. Every helmet design is created by hand and takes up to 50+ hours of meticulous work. From initial design work to masking, airbrushing, and clear coating, each stage requires a high level of attention to detail. Each project is different and will have different pricing depending on what you're looking for.
What’s Included in a paint job?
Every paintjob includes the full process from design, to final finish. This covers everything from the design sketch, to materials, to labour. The only things not included are helmet accessories, shipping, and the certain special add ons listed below.
My pricing is based on the complexity of the design. Since every helmet is unique, the time required to complete each project can vary. Once we discuss the design you're looking for, I will give you an accurate quote, and we can go from there!
Specialty Add-Ons
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Chrome or candy finishes
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Holographic or reflective effects
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Metal Flake
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Matte Clearcoat
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Exposed Carbon
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Painted Spoiler
