Tips for Applying Automotive Paint
Submitted by Lohan on Sun, 11/08/2009 - 04:55
Painting a car is one of the easiest ways to add instant value and pizzazz. However, whether you are getting it professionally painted or trying to do it yourself, keep a few tips in mind to ensure that your paint job is clean and evenly applied. After all, nothing ruins the cosmetic appeal of a car faster than a poor paint job. The right application of automotive paint provides overall enhancement to your vehicle
Conduct a Thorough Final Cleaning
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The final cleaning is one of the most important steps in the painting process. Two types of contaminants must be cleaned from the vehicle. The first type are water-based, consisting of dust, dead bugs, bird droppings and forms of dirt. These are easily removed with some soap and water. Solvent-based contaminants, consisting of wax, grease, resin and oil, must be removed using a grease remover. Flush the entire surface of the car with water once you are finished cleansing it; if the water does not bead up on the surface, you know the car is clean. The surface should also be sanded with sandpaper before applying the primer and then the paint.
Use a Standard Paint Gun
- Use a paint gun to apply the primer and then the paint. Standard brands include Binks, Sharpe, Sata and Optima, which are all pressure-pot, suction or gravity flow in their orientation. These standard paint gun varieties are all fairly affordable and readily available at auto accessory retailers. It should also be noted that the higher the pressure is in the air cap of the gun, the more evenly the paint will be applied once you begin painting your vehicle. It's always a good idea to practice your technique on something else -- a piece of wood or aluminum --- before painting your car.
When Painting, Safety First
- Don't neglect safety when painting an automobile. The fumes from the paint, primer and various cleansers can affect your respiratory system in an adverse manner. Always were breathing masks, equipped with filters, so that you refrain from breathing in fumes. Moreover, since auto paints are laden with chemicals, the auto paint industry actually suggests the use of rubber gloves, booties and full body protective suits, in addition to the air masks.
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