On Saturday, I head up to the local Professional paint outlet (English Color). Spoke to the people there and walked out with the following
- 400 sand paper for D/A and squares for use by hand
- PPG sealant
- PPG color, hardener, reducer (No clearcoat)
- PPG dirt & grease remover.
I explained that I wanted to test/develop my skills using an old trunk lid. The 400 grit would be used to remove finished surface of existing paint. Sealant would be used as a pseudo-primer.
After I applied the sealant, I was instructed to wait 1 hour before going to paint.
I was instructed to apply 3 coats of paint. Wait 30 minutes for it to flash before each coat.
I completed this work on Sunday. The paint looks good. There's a very subtle texture to it, which I cannot capture with a camera.
I was wondering what must be done to make this finish smooth as glass, without compromising the luster. I used a Meguiar #2 Fine-Cut Cleaner, but this has had little effect. I think that I must go to something more coarse.
What should I do to reach a glass-like finish
- 400 sand paper for D/A and squares for use by hand
- PPG sealant
- PPG color, hardener, reducer (No clearcoat)
- PPG dirt & grease remover.
I explained that I wanted to test/develop my skills using an old trunk lid. The 400 grit would be used to remove finished surface of existing paint. Sealant would be used as a pseudo-primer.
After I applied the sealant, I was instructed to wait 1 hour before going to paint.
I was instructed to apply 3 coats of paint. Wait 30 minutes for it to flash before each coat.
I completed this work on Sunday. The paint looks good. There's a very subtle texture to it, which I cannot capture with a camera.
I was wondering what must be done to make this finish smooth as glass, without compromising the luster. I used a Meguiar #2 Fine-Cut Cleaner, but this has had little effect. I think that I must go to something more coarse.
What should I do to reach a glass-like finish
Careful around the sharp edges, it's really easy to burn a corner if you're not paying attention to what you're doing.
