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Learning About Auto Body And Paint Projects

Hello, I’m Mackenzie. Welcome to my website about auto body and paint. When I bought my first car, the clear coat was peeling off all over the hood and trunk. I decided to research the different types of paint available for automobiles and fell in love with the finishes I found. Automotive paints come in candy colors, metallic tones and even color change formulas. I want to explore the process of doing bodywork and painting vehicles using these fun finishes. I hope you will use the information on my site to gain inspiration for your next auto body and paint project. Thanks.

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Why You Should Hand-Sand Your Car Instead Of Sandblasting It (And How To Do It)

Posted on June 7, 2016

When it comes time to repaint your car, you have a choice between personally sanding off the old coats with sandpaper or using a sandblaster. Using sandpaper may take a little longer than a sandblaster and require a little more preparation, but it is cheaper and more accurate. Here's what you need to know about this topic. Why You Should Choose Sandpaper Instead Of Sandblasting Many amateur auto mechanics turn to sandblasting when it's time to repaint their car because it is quicker and requires little labor, as it is typically performed by a professional. [Read More]

Should You Touch Up Your Auto Paint Yourself?

Posted on June 2, 2016

Touching up your auto paint can make a big difference in the appearance of your car after an auto collision. If you have an insurance plan that won't cover a regular auto body paint touchup, then you may be left wondering whether you should do it yourself or take it to the shop. Here are some of the pros and cons of doing your own paint job.  Benefit of DIY Touch-Ups [Read More]

3 Ways To Remove Dents From Your Car

Posted on June 2, 2016

No matter how careful a driver you are, sooner or later everybody finds themselves faced with a dent in their car. What many people don't realize is that, while you could take your car to a body shop to be repaired, it is often just as simple--and significantly less expensive--to pop that dent out yourself. Read on to learn three effective strategies for removing a dent from your car. The Plunger Method [Read More]

A Car Owner's Guide To Repairing Automobile Rust Spots

Posted on June 2, 2016

Serious automobile rust will likely require the intervention of a professional. Yet less serious instances of rust--patches that are only a few inches in diameter, and haven't eaten all the way through the metal--can be addressed even by relative amateurs. If you have a rusty car in need of repair, read on. This article will present an overview of the rust removal process. Sanding Away The Rust Your first objective is to remove every last trace of the rust using sandpaper. [Read More]