Description

An essential guide to all aspects of car painting, for keen amateurs and professionals alike. With step-by-step instructions and illustrations throughout, Car Painting covers the entire process - from panel preparation to spraying and painting techniques - offering guidance and tips on painting your car to a professional standard.With a focus on safety throughout, the book also covers: Selecting and understanding paint, including important legislationMaterials and equipment, and building your own paint boothPreparing your car, including parts removal, sanding, chemical stripping and rust proofingMasking and primingPainting techniques - spraying, clear coats and dryingStripes and custom touches, including two-tone, pinstriping and stickersPolishing, reassembly and preservationTroubleshootin