Step-by-Step Guide to Car Repair and Painting

Step-by-Step Guide to Car Repair and Painting

Car repair and painting can seem intimidating, but with the right tools and techniques, you can achieve professional-quality results. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take you through the process from start to finish, covering everything from bodywork and prep to painting and blending panels. First, let’s look at the process in three parts: Cleaning To…

Correct use of Wool Polishing / Compounding Pads
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Correct use of Wool Polishing / Compounding Pads

Correct use of Wool Polishing / Compounding Pads by TOGWT Are used to cut or level a paint film surface with an abrasive machine polish (or compound) or to apply a polish to large surface areas. Aggressively removes 1500 – 2000 grit scratches, but will leave hazing, use a foam pad and a finishing polish…

Paint Prep Cleaning Practices
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Paint Prep Cleaning Practices

Surface washing is an important part of any refinishing work. Prior to starting any job, you should initially wash the old paintwork with a mild detergent to remove dirt and other water soluble contaminants that may hide another problem. The initial wash will remove bugs, bird droppings, sap, coffee, pop, grime, dirt, dust, blood, salt…

How Polishing A Scratch Out Works
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How Polishing A Scratch Out Works

  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…

Tips for Successfully Painting Plastic Parts
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Tips for Successfully Painting Plastic Parts

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….