PAINT ISSUE:

paint shows sanding marks after spraying -OR- sand scratches showing through paint -OR- swirl marks in car paint after sanding

PREVENTION:

• Avoid sanding basecoats or metallics unless additional color will be applied over sanded area.
• Cross-sand to remove deeper scratches before painting.
• Do not allow thinner/reducer to contact waterborne products.
• Keep mixing cups, guns, and lines clean.
• Only use materials within shelf life and pot life limits.
• Step down to finer grits as you prep; finish with 400–600 grit for topcoat.
• Strain all paint materials before loading your gun.
• Use 1200 or finer grit for best results.
• Use recommended thinner/reducer/hardener and measure accurately.

TO REPAIR:

• Do not use material that cannot be stirred or strained.
• Let paint cure, sand out the seeds, and polish.
• Sand out the marks, re-prime if necessary, and refinish.
• Severe: Repaint the affected area.