INFORMATION

PREPARATION is done using a plastic media blast, followed by an aluminum oxide dusting to ensure a superior surface for paint adhesion.
After blasting, all parts are coated with an Epoxy or Acid Etching Primer to assure maximum bonding of paint to metal,
followed by a leveling primer and finished with a primer sealer. Each coat is wet-sanded to guarantee a premium finish.

BASE COAT is where the customizing of the paint starts. These special effects and coatings give your paint a unique effect.
The base coats are sealed with an inner clear, and wet-sanded to increase the effects of depth.

MID-COAT techniques, such as airbrushing, murals, striping, and graphics are also used. Additional colors, transparencies and other coatings
are then sealed with inner clears. Each layer is sanded to achieve a wet look that will set your paint apart from all others.

CLEAR COATS are applied over all artwork and striping to seal everything in, leaving coats of clear to protect the complete paint job.
The final clear coat is finished with a five step wet-sanding process, in preparation for polishing.

POLISHING completes the job with a three-step buffing process, giving an unbelievable mirror finish that is unsurpassed in custom painting.

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CUSTOM PAINT DOES NOT JUST HAPPEN - IT'S CREATED WITH EXTRA CARE IN EVERY STEP FROM METAL PREP TO FINAL POLISH

Washing Your Paint Job: The goal is to get the surface clean with minimum damage to your paint. Tools: The tools used range from sponges, wash mitts, hand towels, brushes, Microfiber towels, T-shirts, Chamois and rags for drying. I prefer a Wash Mitt for washing the paint and quality Microfiber or 100% White Cotton Towels
Car Wash Soap: Never wash your car with just water!! You need a lubricant to help move the dirt off the surface of the paint. Plain water will not do that and you end up using unnecessary pressure to move the dirt. Always use a Car Wash Soap, the chemical balance is set to not be harsh on your paint. They cost only a few dollars and will deliver quality performance and peace of mind. Never use a kitchen or household liquid detergent to wash your paint as these products can do damage to your paint finish. Liquid dishwashing detergent is too harsh to use consistently. Sponges, T-Shirts, Colored towels, diapers, etc have a tendency to scratch. T-Shirts and Diapers have no nap to capture dirt, so they will drag it across the surface. Colored Terry Cloth towels and foreign made towels have a tendency to mix cotton and Polyester which will scratch the paint. The dye used to color towels has a tendency to harden the material which will cause scratches.
Before the Wash: Check "Pre-wash" Areas, Look closely at the paint for signs of road tar . Also look for dried bugs . You can find special solvents made especially for removing road tar at the same place you purchase your car wash soap. Dried bugs can be easily removed with a mixture of baking soda and water (be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved to ensure that it will not be abrasive). Remember, it's easiest to see and treat these "pre-wash" areas when the car is dry -- and since of these cleaning techniques remove surface wax, don't forget to re-wax the areas after the wash.
Washing Methods: The single bucket method combines the wash and rinse water in a single bucket. It’s not bad and is the generally practiced method. The two bucket method has the wash/soapy water in one bucket and rinse water in a second. Rinsing your wash mitt in a second bucket keeps your wash water much cleaner and decreases your chances of dragging dirt across the finish. Never wash you paint in direct sunlight if you can help it. When the surface is hot, the soapy water will dry to quick, and the rinse water will leave behind water spots (mineral deposits left behind when water dries in large drops). Always "water" your paint down before washing. Run water over the entire surface before starting the wash cycle. It helps soften the dirt and makes removal a touch easier. Do not use a jet like, blasting spray, it has a tendency to push the dirt into the paint surface and drag it along the surface before it gets blasted off. Use a gentle spray for the initial soaking. Now with the Car Wash Soap blended with cool water, use a large sponge or washing mitt to apply the mixture. Remember to rinse the sponge/mitt regularly to rid it of dirt the can accumulate and scratch the paint -- and also rub the sponge gently as you work the suds over the body surface.
Rinsing: The best trick for reducing the amount of water left on the paint surface is to let a slow film of clean water run over the surface. This has a tendency to let the water slide off the surface and reduces the amount of water left on the surface to dry. Harsh blasting or jet like rinsing leaves large beads/puddles.
Drying: As stated always use 100% White Cotton towels or quality Microfiber Towels.

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