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Auto paint? Does anyone know of a place where I can buy custom matched auto paints in North west New Jersey? I heard there was a place called colors in Franklin but am unable to locate it...

How to paint furniture with auto paint? I have some ugly wood furniture that i'd like to paint with auto paint for a really colorful, metallic finish. What's the best way to paint wood with auto paint? Anybody done this before?

What is the difference between auto spray paint guns and auto spray cans? Can I paint a whole car using cans? I'm trying to figure out what's best, since I don't have an auto paint spray gun. I really want to paint my car but I am thinking about using spray cans (for automobiles, of course, not those cheap cans that cost $1-4) Either way, I'm willing to sand the surface to even out some textures. Thanks!!! It is red and I want to paint it gray in a whole majority of the car. the red paint is in very good condition, no scrapes or fading. Any suggestions?

How much is the typical price range for auto paint touch up on a car? Hi, I plan to touch up my car but I would like to know how much it would cost to touch up small chips and very few scratches on my car? Would it be worth it to touch up my 93 civic hatchback? I don't plan to buy a new car in a while so I think it would be better if I touched this car up. I was thinking to go to a local auto paint touch up place and have it fixed up. Let me know before I go get it fixed. Thank you!

Does anyone know any good but cheap auto paint shops in Naperville? I'm looking to paint just my car's rear bumper, side skirts, and front bumper at factory paint quality for a reasonable price. Does anyone living around this Naperville area know of any good auto paint shops that I could go to? Thanks

where does red pigment in auto paint come from? Why is red auto paint so expensive? Where does it come from that it is double sometimes triple the price of other colors?

How much is a whole auto paint? I am planning to re-paint my auto from pearl-gold to platinum black, crystal clear black. Just wondering how much does it usually cost? I went to a body shop they said $4000.. is that true? my friend said it should only be $2000 something. estimates please :D

Buying an established auto paint body vs real estate investments? I am looking to be financially independent and was wondering which route is more logical and profitable. I am looking at the auto paint body business for sale versus buying multi-family properties. Any thoughts on which is better?

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What are the pro's and con's of an air feed auto paint gun versus a gravity feed for a beginning painter? I have painted a few things in the past but am getting more serious into it and want to know the ins and outs of both guns. I have always used an air feed because that is what I had. But everytime I watch something on tv that involves auto painting, they are using gravity feed guns. Thanks in advance.

I want to paint my car myself but i want to know where i find an auto paint store to buy what i need in CA? Where i can find a local auto paint store to buy staff to paint my car myself i am in orange county California?

Who Do I call About Auto Body Paint Fumes in My Apartment? We live next door to an auto body shop in an apartment. Lately they have been spraying paint and primer on cars under our apartment and the smell is overwhelming. My daughter has developed an allergy and breathing problem and I am wondering if this has something to do with it. We don't have much money and don't have family or friends to go stay with. Just wondering if there is an agency I can call to get this problem looked into. Forgot to mention i live in Western NY, South of Rochester Area.

Do you have to reduce an all over Auto Air paint job? I am going to paint a whole car with an Auto Air candy water based paint. I have airbrushed in small amounts with this paint before and I haven't had to reduce it. Because I'm doing a whole car this time, do I need to reduce?

What's the best way to remove auto paint all the way down to the metal ? I have a 1980 Chevy stepside with the origional factory paint. I want to take it all the way down to the metal and re-paint it.

What is the sequence and sandpaper grit for auto paint prep and for rubbing it out ? What is the sequence of paint layers and grit of sanding between coats? Also, Is there a good resource for this information?

How long does it take for an auto paint repair to dry properly? I've heard they have to let a paint repair "bake" after they have repainted it. What is the amount of time that should be allowed before the paint is considered to be finished or "cured"? (i.e. how many hours?)

What is the technique used to get a final polish on auto paint job? I painted the rear quarter panel on my black BMW and it looks OK so far. I have used a buffing compound by hand and the paint is still a little dull. I have a powerful circle electric buffer, but don't know how to use it. What is the technique used to get a final polish. Do you use polishing compound while polishing.. do you polish it until it turns to a powder? What products work best for a finish?

How do I check for an inferior auto paint repair? I am getting a scratch on my car repaired. They had to sand down the area and repaint it. How will I know if the repair or the paint job that has been done is inferior? I want to be able to know enough to refuse the work and/or request that it be redone properly. Please help!!

Is it possible to buy black automotive (auto body) paint for your vehicle? It's a black Chevy, and it needs auto body work, to cover chipping paint, that looks as though it burned off from the sun or something. Is it possible to buy something being sold in the store? And do it yourself?

How to remove a dirt dust "stain" from new auto paint? I had my truck painted a couple weeks ago i washed with plain water as instructed however when dried there is a palm sized dull dust stain on the hood that appears to be part of the clear coat paint. How i do i fix this situation?

How do I get into custom auto paint? I have always dreamed of being an artist of some sort and I think that would be a business I am interested in pursuing. You get to paint rides and make custom designs on them. Does anyone know where I would start. Is there college classes for it?

Does metallic auto paint dry lighter or darker in the sun? I just got my car back from the body shop. The car is a metallic blue and the doors have been painted. However, from certain angles the doors look much, much darker than the factory paint. The body shop told me to "wait 3 weeks and keep the car in the sun" and it should dry a few shades lighter. Is this true? Or should I have him redo the paint job?

How do you find those dulux auto-paint-roller things? you know, the ones that you hook up to a reservoir of paint and plug in and go...did you find it very much more handy? and especially the cleaning phase, any good? Thanks I mean, how do you find USING them :) not where to buy :)

How much does the average auto paint job cost? how much would it cost to paint a chevy silverado all black? nothing top of the line, just run of the mill paintjob. thanks any1

I was trying to figure out how many grams make up a pint in auto paint? I'm trying to buy paint for my car and it sells it by the grams and I need to know how many grams make up a pint. Because you can buy the paint by the pint, quart, or gallon.

How profitable are auto paint shops? Im talking about a small size shop that has space to paint 1 car at a time etc. Normal paint jobs with good quality (maybe a little cheaper than the other guys) with a little custom painting on the side (nothing to drastic just the basic customs). 2 employees. Basically, how much does the AVERAGE paint shop owner really make and is it a good business to go into?

What pressure should I be spraying my auto paint with using an HVLP? Using a 2.0 tip for the primer and a 1.4 for the paint Materials: Primer- PPG Shopline w/ hardner Base PPG Deltron 2000 with DT870 reducer Pearl- PPG Deltron 2000 Clear-PPG Shopline highgloss multipanel Thanks I have used an hvlp and cup gun hundreds of times. I have the techniques, but have never painted with these materials before. Just commercial/ home jobs, using oils/ industrial enamals.

Anyone have a suggestion on how to remove squirrell urine from white auto paint? I just purchased an 2006 Infiniti G35. It has a beautiful paint job of pearl white. This last weekend I went to get in my car and noticed that durring the night squirrells had been on it (there is a pecan tree near by where I park) and had urinated on my car leaving a bright yellow stain. I immediately went and washed the car but the stain is still there!! Anyone know of a product that will remove it without damaging the paint?

How do I get tape residue off of auto paint? I bought a vehicle that had the windshield busted out and taped over with commercial grade plastic wrap. The previous owner didn't get the tape residue off. it has been on there for a few months now. I don't want to damage the paint but i want the sticky off. any ideas? I have tried bug and tar remover, gasoline, easy-off over cleaner, and of course elbow grease.

Is there, and where can I find, an auto paint simulator online? I've recently purchased a 1976 Ford F-150 and it needs some restoring. One of the main things it needs, after some engine work of course, is a paint job. Is there anyway I can design and get a feel for different kinds of paint colors and designs without actually painting the truck?

Where can i buy the Aluminum flakes used in auto paint? I`m looking for just the aluminum flakes or powder used in making metallic paint.

Is there any auto spray that keeps paint from chipping or fading? An auto Paint Sealer? I just painted my bumper, and I want to put a paint sealer on it, as well as a waterproof sealant.

Is there anything that takes out gas spillage marks from auto paint? I just bought a used car and there is a streak from where you fill the tank. It seems like the gas made marks on the paint. I have tried detailers and waxes and nothing helps. Do you have any suggestions? THANKS!!!

How would I go about doing my own auto paint job after buying a kit? I know much a paint job is estimated to be, so I want to do my own. I found this kit on this sight: http://www.paintforcars.com/acrylic_urethane_paint_kits.html and I want to buy it and paint my car. It already has primer on it when I bought it. So, where do I need to be to do it (I.e. garage, etc.), what supplies do I need besides the kit, and any otther information I should know. thank you!

How much for a small auto paint job? I was wondering how much it'd cost to do a paint job? I was backing out and scraped the side of my friend's car. My car's blue and his is silver. It's about 2 feet long and I'd say 2 inches possibly 3 inches thick. It's not a deep scrape just a surface scrape. I live in Indiana if that effects the cost any.

does acrylic urethane auto paint need a primer? I am planning on painting my car for the first time. I have already sanded it but if I use a acrylic urethane paint... is a necessity to use a primer? Everything makes it sound like I will be just fine without using one and its about an extra $50 i would rather not spend. any help?

Where can I purchase spray cans of auto paint? The Dealer and Canadian Tire only sell touch ups for my van. Can body shops make up and sell cans from vehicle paint code?. im in the Toronto area. Thanks for any help.

Auto Paint...How do you get a good finish when using a spray paint for touch ups? My Husband used a dealer paint to do the touches, but now after the paint, and clear coat is on....it looks hazy, not clear and clean....worse than before the touch ups.....I need your advise before this costs me big bucks!!

How many PINTS of auto paint would i need to fully paint my Vehicle?? I have a 2006 Dodge Charger and im interested in buying House of Kolors Kameleon paint!! its very expensive..... I need to know how many pints would equal up to the amount that i would need to fully paint the vehicle. thanks in advance!!

What should a good quality auto paint job cost? This for a standard sedan, with a metalic finish? This is for a Acura Legend, and the car will be parked outside, so it will be exposed to UV rays. I plan on keeping the car for at least 5 more years.

What is the best way to touch up auto paint using spray paint? Use flat/semi gloss/gloss? When to wet sand? The whole process. I want to do it myself and have to also use spot putty and primer. What order do I go in? Thanks!

How can I remove black spraypaint from white clear coat auto paint finish without damaging or repainting? 97 Lexus pearlwhite clearcoat. Thin black spraypaint in several spots, probably enamel, and wondering if there's some type of lacquer paint remover or compound that would remove it and not seriously damage the cars finish.?

How can I get a auto paint stain off my white capris? Oxi clean did not work so something else would help.The stain has dried.

How can I find a very professional business that offers auto paint correction? I was wondering if there was a website community or something that could recomment a business in my area. I live near Greenville South Carolina. For saying that, I salute you Sir Brannsworth.

How much does an auto paint job cost? I have a small scratch on my passenger side door that I'd like fixed up. I'm sure it varies, but what kind of cost might I expect?

What is the best type of AUTO PAINT??? I AM ABOUT TO GET MY CAR PAINTED BUT IM NOT SURE WHAT IS THE BEST AUTO PAINT! WHICH IS BETTER? ACRYLIC ENAMEL OR ACRYLIC LACQUER? I SEE THAT ACRYLIC LAQCUER COST MORE. I PLAN TO GET MY CAR PAINTED AND I ALSO WANT A CLEAR COAT ON THE BASE COLOR..... WHAT IS THE BEST CLEAR COAT?

Where can I get a52 auto paint? Where can i get a52(minden silver pearl) auto paint in a spray can? And how much will it cost?

Can a peeled off paint be repaired using an auto paint from the store? My Camry metallic green paint has peeled off from parts of the bumper, Is there anything I can use or do I have to have it done professionally?

???What is the best type of auto paint? I AM ABOUT TO GET MY CAR PAINTED BUT IM NOT SURE WHAT IS THE BEST AUTO PAINT! WHICH IS BETTER? ACRYLIC ENAMEL OR ACRYLIC LACQUER? I SEE THAT ACRYLIC LAQCUER COST MORE. I PLAN TO GET MY CAR PAINTED AND I ALSO WANT A CLEAR COAT ON THE BASE COLOR..... WHAT IS THE BEST TYPE OF CLEAR COAT???

What kind of auto paint is "Hot Lava (04R8)"? Is it a pearl, candy or what? It's on the Hot Lava addition Scion Xb 2004 And it is sooo beautiful but my guy who is painting my car said he will have to charge more for candy's or pearls..I need to know, can anyone help me? The (04R8) is the paint code of course!

Is there any auto spray that keeps paint from chipping or fading? An auto Paint Sealer? I just painted my bumper, and I want to put a paint sealer on it, as well as a waterproof sealant.

what kind of paint does auto body shops ? i have a major dent between my side doors. i was wondering what kind of paint does a auto body shop uses to fix it?? do they use spray paint?? and are they reliable.

Does anyone know where I could get a custom auto paint job in maryland? Im looking into getting my car painted a different color. Does anyone know of some good shops where I can get it done?

Can you use auto paint on wood doors? I know of it being used on steel doors, but as long as a primer is put on first will it work to help protect better from the elements?

What Auto paint shop do you recommend near Shreveport Louisiana? I'm about to get my 1975 chevy Impala. I gonna over-whole paint it black, the shinny black though :). Does anybody have an auto paint shop near shreveport you recommend? I would like the paint job with durability, showroom like quality and the same time budget friendly. How much do you think I will expect to spend. Also, is MAACO a good auto paint shop? Thanks al ot!

How to mix auto paint? What is the proper procedures to mix auto paint and what is the difference in a gravity fed paint gun and a triditional? Which is better?

What products can I buy over the counter for scratch in auto paint finish.? I have a 2007 Blue Camry and I have scratches in my side door. It looks like from other cars doors hitting my. What products are in the store that I can buy to fix it myself. Nothing to hard PLEASE.

looking for a good local auto paint and repair shop anywhere around clinton twp michigan? im looking for a reputable auto body shop that does good work at a reasonalbe price.. nothing like maaco but something thats better known thru word of mouth and not all flashy advertising.. thanks

Auto paint? Is there a easy way to clean the paint on a car? I have alot and mean alot of small round black dots on my car. It is eather tar or sap. I tried to wash and wax but they are still on my car. Thank you

what is the best auto paint sealant available? There are so many to choose from and they all claim to be the best. I'm thinking about getting Klasse or Wolfgang. Any thoughts?

Where can I get a cheap auto paint job in Phoenix AZ? Anyone know someone that's reputable? I hear Macco is just whack, and I'd rather put my money in a mom n' pop shops pockets anyway. Boo to the bigger corporations!

Does anyone know of any good auto paint shops in the Tampa area? also.. my car is worth 3,400 would it pay to have it painted... The car is missing a few patches of paint and it is Gold now I want it painted Silver its a 97 maxima..

how much for a flat black auto paint job? a full body paint job sanding and painting. i need a cheap place for a 73 firebird. i am located in California, the bay.

How can you bring shine back to faded auto paint? 94 nissan sentra(black). Already washed it with comet,made it more dull.

Is it necessary to add thinner to auto paint before spraying?

Where in the word do you find color charts for auto paint? I recently wrecked my truck and I'm thinking about getting a 2002 Mercury Cougar but it's gold and I really don't like gold all that much. I've looked EVERYWHERE i can find online and still can't find color charts! HELP!!!

Im having problems spaying acrylic auto paint? Hi, Im having trouble with the above mentioned, I mix 1part acrylic auto paint with 1 part acrylic thinners, when i spray from my spray gun I get cobweb like effect, I have adjusted paint flow and air flow but still happens, Is the ration of paint to thinners the problem? Thx

Can anyone recommend me any good auto paint shops in san francisco? i just need to get a door moulding painte I just need to get a door moulding painted. I and not looking to pay more than 80 bucks for paint and labor. because that is just ridiculous.

What is the best Brand and Line of Auto Paint? I am going to repaint my 2001 BMW soon and I am looking to see what the BEST brand and BEST line to repaint it. Cost is not really an issue so..... what do you think???? Im going to have a body shop do the repainting but I want to have them get the specific paint I want on the car. If it helps any I am going with black color

How much auto paint needed to paint a del sol? I want to paint my del sol. How much paint should be used for a good finish? Also, what other materials would be needed besides paint and clear coat?

iM LOOKING FOR A CUSTOM AUTO PAINT SHOP THAT SPECIALIZES IN CANDYS & PEARLS IN NEW JERSEY.? CANDY PAINT, PEARLS, CUSTOM PAINT, LOWRIDER STYLE PAINT, HOUSE OF KOLOR, PPG, DUPONT.

How many oz.s of pearl to put in auto paint? I want to paint my car white and add some blue pearl powder to it. How many ounces of powder is normally added to a gallon of paint?

What's the best inexpensive way to repair a chip in auto paint to prevent rust? 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Inferno Red... it's a small chip, but I have about $40 to work with

Should I choose pearl black with gold flakes or black diamond firemist for auto paint? I'm thinkin about getting my expedition painted but not sure which color, I was told both Pearl Black with Gold Flakes and Black Diamond Firemist look good. But i also plan on getting some rims, probably chrome and black. Which paint would look better with the rims. I would think the black with the gold flakes wouldn't go as well but the guy at the shop said it would. but ofcourse he is going to say that cause he wants his money

What is the difference between HVLP and LVLP auto spray paint guns? I am going to spray paint an automotive urethane paint on my 20 year old bass boat that has a badly degraded gel coat finish. Should I use a HVLP or a LVLP spray gun? And what is the difference between the two?

Auto Paint ! How do I get started? What tools do I use? I know I need a compressor and a paint gun. I've actually done some body work but have never painted. I have a project car (steel & fiberglass) and some motorcycle body parts (plastic & fiberglass) to practice on. What size compressor and what type of spray gun do you suggest for a beginner??? Thanks for the help!!!

What is the difference in auto body paint? I am restoring a 1983 chevy what would be the best paint choice for me single stage or multi stage?

How to get auto touchup paint to stick effectively? I am having trouble getting paint to stick to bare metal when a patch of bad paint has been sanded smooth to expose the steel - even though I clean carefully and apply primer. Is there a 'primer for the primer'?

how to remove concrete from auto paint surface? somehow there are splatters of concrete over the car. Want to remove it without taking paint off car.

Would auto body paint be a good coating for a stripper pole? I want a stripper pole of my very own, but I am kinda tight on money. Could I take a aluminum, or steel conduit pipe to an auto body shop and have it painted so it was nice and smooth like the expensive stripper poles? About how much do you think it would cost?