PAINT ISSUE:

blending edge visible after painting -OR- outline of repair showing in paint -OR- picture frame effect in paint repair

PREVENTION:

• Avoid sanding through insoluble topcoat color or clear to solvent-sensitive or soluble finishes.
• Blend base and clear coats past the repair edge.
• Drain compressor, lines, and water separators daily or per use.
• Feather sand repair edges gradually; don’t leave sharp edges or steps.
• Install oil/water traps and air dryers on all compressor lines feeding the booth and guns.
• Never use old hoses previously used for mechanics or with oil tools.
• Replace air lines and fittings if oil or water contamination is detected.
• Store spray guns and air tools in clean, dust-free environment.
• Use primer-surfacer over repair areas and sand smooth before topcoat.

TO REPAIR:

• If caught wet, remove with solvent, clean thoroughly, and refinish.
• If dried, sand out fisheyes, clean thoroughly, and respray.
• Sand out visible edges, feather and blend, prime if needed, and repaint.
• Use fisheye eliminator additive in color or clear only if unavoidable, never in undercoats.