Confirm the panel is ready Before clearcoat, inspect the repair under clean lighting. The panel should be smooth, free from visible defects and prepared according to […]
Match the filler to the repair For small dents and imperfections, select a car body filler that suits the panel material and the repair depth. Read […]
Start with a prepared panel Orange peel in automotive clearcoat is easier to avoid when the repair surface is clean, smooth and free from sanding residue. […]
Sand for an even surface Automotive primer sanding is complete when the panel feels consistently smooth and the repair transition is level. Work methodically and remove […]
Feather the surrounding paint Hard paint edges can make a repair visible even when the colour matches. Sand the transition gradually, remove loose coating and make […]
Remove weak material first Rust repair preparation starts by removing loose corrosion and unstable paint until the repair area is sound. Clean the panel carefully, feather […]
Body filler pinholes can show through primer and paint, so correct them before finishing. They often come from trapped air, contamination or incomplete spreading. Find defects […]