September 21, 2020 Six Things to Consider Before Painting a Car

A look at the advanced technologies used by companies such as Audi and BMW when painting a car.

Painting your car is a time-consuming money spending activity, but the result will be immensely satisfying. Not only will your car look brand new but also the durability and longevity of your car’s exterior increase significantly.

Before you start painting, it’s important to know which spray gun to use. When it comes to car painting, HVLP is highly recommended. Why? Because its technology is considered best because the paint transfer is 80% from the spray gun to the surface reducing the paint loss. The transfer efficiency is very high, and it diffuses less paint into the air, which is a good sign for your health.

After all, you must be thinking about painting your car. In this case, you also need to be very careful, and if it’s a luxury car, you need to be extra cautious. According to mypaintsprayer, supercars use advanced technologies for their paint jobs. Audi uses a cathodic dip painting system; likewise, BMW uses Integrated Paint Process, and Ferrari employs the most advanced low-bake painting technology.

However, there are a few things you need to consider before painting your car to make a better, well-informed decision.  Let’s Begin!

Involvement of time and money

Painting a car isn’t a simple task as it may seem. It involves a lot of work. The old paint needs to be removed thoroughly, and the process to do so is known as “cutting.” Then there is the need of “sanding,” “priming,” “rust freeing,” and “fixing,” which means the paint needs to be scrubbed with sandpaper or sanding machines, applying of a primer, using chemicals to keep the body rust free and fix any denting or damage on the body, respectively. It’s only after the completion of these tasks is the fresh coat of paint applied.

An Estimate of the work

Depending on the amount of prep work required, the monetary expense will vary. The more is the work; the more is the cost; thus, it’s always advised to get an estimate before deciding on painting your car so that you are not taken by surprise or caught unprepared with the final bill.

Remove Interiors

Yes, you read it right. A lot of people might think it is unnecessary to remove the car’s interiors but to do all the prep and paintwork, the interiors of the car need to be removed to avoid causing any accidental damage. It’s better to be safe than sorry; no harm in being careful as this eliminates the possibility of any chance of damage.

Avoid DIY and seek out professionals.

This may seem like an easy task that can be fulfilled with just the necessary tools you can purchase, but to get that smooth, professional finish to your car’s paint, one requires skill and experience. You may acquire the knowledge on what needs to be done and how but leave it to the professionals to get that perfect classy, sleek finished paint.

Check your car before handing it over.

Generally, we leave many of our items in our vehicles regularly; thus, do not forget to get these out before handing over the car to get it painted. Also, remove any added accessory to avoid it from getting damaged or lost.

The legality of changing your car’s color

That’s right, in most countries, there are a few legal formalities involved before painting your car a different color than its original one. Thus, it’s better to visit the motor vehicles office with an application, along with your car registration certificate and the color sample to get it approved to avoid any legal issues. You also have the option of doing this online as well.

Bottomline

Now that you know the basics of the points to remember before painting your car give your car the makeover that you have been waiting for all this time and enjoy your improved ride. Cheers!

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