606-528-6824In today's world of YouTube tutorials and DIY blogs, it can be tempting to use this information to paint your own car. There are, however, reasons to resist doing this, and we will discuss several of them in the course of this article.
The Process is Complex
The environment needs to be completely clean and as free of dust and insects as possible when you paint. Professional paint shops already have systems in place to accomplish this, and they also are able to maintain the proper levels of humidity and temperature. Without having these conditions in place, your paint may dry improperly and have bubbles in it.
You Need Special Equipment
In order to paint your car, the existing paint needs to be stripped down to the metal. You will need a sander to do this, and you will need to use body filler if there are small rust holes. You will also need to wear protective clothing, a respirator mask, and gloves, and you will need to use automotive paint tape when you paint. Painting is done with a paint sprayer that runs on compressed air, and some methods of applying paint are cost prohibitive if you are only going to be painting one car. A professional body shop will have the correct tools to prep your car and to evenly apply the paint of your choice.
It is a Specific Skill Set
A benefit of taking your car to a professional is that they will have the experience to do the job well. It takes time to develop mastery when painting cars, and the odds are that your first attempt will not look good. The process of preparing the car is also very important, and it can be labor intensive as well. When these are done improperly and the results are bad, it isn't always something that can just be fixed by a professional. Because of this, it is better to take it to a pro from the start.
If you're looking for a custom paint shop, collision repair or auto body repair, contact the team at GB Customs today.