Painting your car yourself is a great and more cost-effective alternative to bringing it into a dealership—especially if the paint touch-up is on the smaller side. The required items needed to complete this task yourself can be pretty minimal while still achieving a professional finished product. The four main things you need are sandpaper, primer, the correct colour, and a clear coat, all of which you can find in any of our stores at Central Alberta Paint & Supplies. While many people may see adding a clear coat as a luxury, this blog aims to uncover why an automotive clear coat is necessary for all car paint jobs.
What is the Point of An Automotive Clear Coat?
Clear coats are a final layer applied to a vehicle on top of a cured colour coat, acting as the first defence from dirt, UV rays, rocks, and other forms of exterior body damage. Using a clear coat such as Automotive Art or BASF Clear Coat will help protect your car against fading and chipping while providing a high-quality shine. We have some of the best automotive clear coats for your car’s protection at Central Alberta Paint & Supplies (CAPS).
Do I Need to Use a Clear Coat?
Yes! As stated above, our staff will always strongly recommend using a clear coat to seal in and protect the colour. This coat is not just to increase the shine but also to protect that new colour from damage. It will deflect potentially damaging elements from the weather and keep the paint looking fresh all the while. Paint scratches are more noticeable than clear coat scratches, keeping your car looking pristine for longer. By using a clear coat you are increasing the lifetime of your paint job, which can save you money in the long term.
When to Use the Clear Coat
Automotive clear coats should be applied after the colour coat has fully dried and within a reasonable time to prevent dust or other particles from forming a layer on the car. If you need step-by-step instructions, our staff are knowledgeable in a diverse range of automotive areas. Come in person so we can give you all the information you need.
What Clear Coat is Best?
It’s impossible to tell you which automotive clear coat you should use without more information. Factors like budget, the size of the area you are working on, and more can change the answer we give you. Please send us a message and start a conversation about how we can help you to find the best option for you.
Find What You Need to Restore Your Car
At Central Alberta Paint & Supplies, we aim to equip our customers with everything they need to bring their vehicle’s exterior back up to its former glory. With expert staff in-house, you can leave CAPS with all the tools and knowledge required for your project. Got questions? We have answers. Send us a message and we will give you information to help you feel confident in fixing your car.