Fighting Rust

Posted on 26 April 2017

If you have tried to take good care of your car, it can be devastating to see that you have some rust starting to corrode your car. The interesting thing about rust is that it can start with just a little tiny portion of your car, and before you know it, it has spread a couple of inches or more. Paint is one of the very best ways to keep rust at bay, but once a rust spot has started, it can start to corrode under the paint. [Read More]

How To Deal With Car Rust

Posted on 6 August 2015

Getting a rust problem on your car can be frustrating and time-consuming. Here's how to simply deal with a rust problem. Removing Car Rust There are a few techniques that you can take to remove rust, depending on how severe the problem is. For minor surface rust that affects the nicks and scratches on your car, you can use sandpaper to gently buff out the scratch, cleaning until the metal shines through the rust and paint. [Read More]

Preparing Your Vehicle For A Parade

Posted on 18 March 2015

If you have an older vehicle that you are planning to donate to charity in the near future, you may want to take it out on the road for one last hurrah to show your neighbors and friends how you have fixed it up before giving it away. A town parade is a great way to get recognition for your efforts, and you will be able to show off your vehicle with pride. [Read More]

New Car Paint? How To Keep It Looking Great During The Summer

Posted on 17 September 2014

The UV rays that the sun puts off are not good for the paint of your vehicle. However, do you know exactly what the sun can do to your car? Do you know what you can do to minimize those effects? Read on to learn just that. What the Sun Does to Your Car Essentially, your car being beneath the harmful rays of the sun is similar to putting your car in an oversized oven. [Read More]

About Me

Exploring Auto Body Paint Application Procedures

Hello, my name is Salena Vectins. On this website, I am going to explore the process of painting automobiles after a collision. After an automotive accident occurs, the paint lifts up off the surface and develops cracks all around the dent. Auto body technicians may even need to replace an entire panel to restore the vehicle's shape. When this happens, the replacement panel does not usually match the rest of the car. Auto body techs must color match the panel or paint the entire vehicle. I want to explore all of the different types of paint finishes available for cars, trucks and vans. I will also talk about application techniques, including sanding the finish and spraying the paint on the surface. Thanks for stopping by my website. Please come back again soon.