PAINT ISSUE:

cracks in car paint -OR- crows feet in paint job -OR- spiderweb cracks in clear coat

PREVENTION:

• Apply all materials per label direction.
• Don’t apply too much paint or use incompatible materials.
• Don’t force dry undercoats by fanning with spray gun air.
• Follow recommended recoating windows.
• Fully cure coats before recoating.
• Ground vehicle or panel using a wire or anti-static strap during spray.
• Maintain correct humidity in booth; avoid very dry conditions that increase static.
• Mix ingredients thoroughly, use recommended additives, follow ratios.
• Remove crazed/cracked finishes before refinishing.
• Use anti-static wipes or tack cloths before painting, especially on plastic or fiberglass parts.
• Use ionizing air guns or anti-static blowers if available.
• Use premium two-component undercoat and topcoat system.
• Use recommended thinner/reducer/hardener and measure accurately.
• Wear anti-static gloves and avoid synthetic clothing during prep.

TO REPAIR:

• For severe or embedded contamination, sand and repaint affected area.
• Re-prime and repaint with compatible products.
• Strip all cracked paint to a stable base or bare substrate.
• Wet sand with 1500–2000 grit to remove dirt nibs, then compound and polish.