Basecoat Application Tips
R & E Low VOC Urethane Basecoat exhibits exceptional color accuracy and excellent coverage and is specifically designed for Automotive Refinish Applications but works excellent in Automotive Restoration, and Industrial applications where a quick dry basecoat is needed. Here are automotive painting tips.
Test Spray to verify color:
Spray color and clear coat on provided spray-out card to test color match before spraying project.
Surface Prep:
Wash thoroughly with soap and hot water. Clean using a Wax & Grease Remover or equivalent.
Sanding:
Sand using 400-600 grit wet/dry sandpaper. Re-clean using a Wax & Grease Remover or equivalent.
Mixing Ratio:
All R&E Mixed Paints are supplied as (RTU) Ready To Spray (no mixing necessary)
Gun Setup: 1.2mm-1.4mm spray gun tip
HVLP: 20-35 psi at the gun or consult gun manufacturer specs
Conventional: 35-45 psi at the gun
Dry Time based on 70°F: 5-10 minutes dry time between each coat
To Clear: 20 minutes min, 24 hours max
Tape Time: 20-40 minutes at 70°F
Equipment Cleaning:
Use Lacquer Thinner, Acetone, or Urethane Reducer.
3 Steps for Tri-Coat Color Applications:
- To achieve an optimum color match, spray 3 test panels applying base-coat color until complete color coverage is achieved. Next spray 1 test panel with 1 coat of the mid-coat color, the 2nd panel with 2 coats of the mid-coat color, and the 3rd panel with 3 coats of the mid-coat color.
- Clear-Coat all 3 test panels and check the color match from various angles to assess which panel matches the best.
- Once the match is found duplicate the same technique on your vehicle that coordinates with the test panel that best matches your vehicle.