Few things yield a higher pucker factor than paint damage, then having the damage repaired only to discover the repair doesn’t match. Even from 30 feet away a poor paint match is obvious, especially ...

The automotive-paint industry is an ever-changing world. When the first cars rolled off the assembly line, they were painted with a brush. The first Corvettes, meanwhile, were finished with lacquer ...

There’s no quicker, more convenient way to paint small- to medium-size parts and projects than with spray paint. The challenge is how do you apply a smooth, even coat of paint without runs, drips and ...

Paint out of a can it is not—but spray paint is way more fun, and lasts longer than the bucket kind, too. “With spray paint, you can get to hard-to-reach places and get a higher gloss finish compared ...

Jacques Viljoen, national director of the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) emphasises the unique blend of science and artistry required for car painting. It goes beyond ...