Various articles relating to autobody repair and refinish.
You see it all the time, that brand new car pulled off the lot reflecting holograms back at you. These swirl marks are the result of poor polishing efforts and create an eye sore for anyone looking at it on a sunny day. So what’s the cause of them? I already told you, Poor…
Cross Linking is used in many different parts of the auto body process. From the bumpers being manufacturer to the clear being applied, cross linking exists in some form or another to provide superior durability. Cross linking in a basic sense is mixing A + B together to make a finished chain A-B-A-B-A-B-A-B….repeating to…
How Polishing A Scratch Out Works One of my favorite sayings “it will just buff out….right?”. It’s often spoken in prayer form as the customer knows if it doesn’t the price has likely tripled. So to know if it will buff you need to know how deep it is. Generally, if your fingernail can…
When it comes to selecting a paint spray gun, it’s important to understand the differences between the various options on the market. Prices can range from $20 to $1000, so it’s important to consider what you’re getting for your money. One key factor to consider is transfer efficiency, or how much of the product actually…
As a technician, it’s important to prioritize safety in the shop. Here are some basic tips to keep in mind: Respirators are crucial for protecting your lungs and body from dust and vapors. For sanding and grinding, a dust mask is sufficient. For painting and working with 1 part enamels, a carbon respirator (half-mask) is…
If you’ve got a small dent in your car, don’t worry – it’s a fixable problem! Follow these steps to repair the dent and restore your car’s smooth surface: By following these steps, you can fix a small dent and restore your car’s smooth surface. With a little bit of effort and the right tools,…
Different Paint Types Single-stage – in this paint the color pigment is added to the urethane clearcoat and applied in one step. Single-stage paints do not provide as much protection from the suns UV light which can break down the paint pigments. Having clearcoat only on the top provides better protection and holdout. This…
Blending car paint can be a challenging task for painters, especially with today’s range of colors. It’s important to blend the paint on a repair job to ensure that the panels on the customer’s vehicle match perfectly. However, there are situations where blending may not be necessary, such as when painting a bumper that has…
Plastic parts can be challenging to paint, as the manufacturing process and surface tension of plastic can make adhesion difficult. However, by following these tips, you can achieve a long-lasting, professional finish on your plastic parts. By establishing good practices for plastic refinishing, you can avoid common failures such as peeling and excessive stone chipping….