You probably have noticed that the fresh-looking paints of your car started to fade gradually. This is the result of the long periods of exposure to ultraviolet light rays of the sun that causes photo-degradation making the paint of the car and the colour fade. The paintwork of the car may even begin to crack and peel off, making the exterior of your car unattractive. But do not worry, there is a few ways to repair your car’s paint.
At some point, even the best car paints are affected by the powerful radiations of the sun. So how to go about fixing the sun damage to your car paint and restoring its looks?
Apply a rubbing compound
The first step you need to do is to apply a rubbing compound. In case you do not know what it is, a rubbing compound is a cutting paste used for finishing body repairs, and it can restore weathered paintwork. It will refresh the colour looks and partially repair the paint on your car.
To obtain the best results, you need to select a very fine cut. Make sure you carry out the application in a covered and shaded area, away from the direct radiation of the sun, so that the compound does not harden and get dry while you are still working on it.
Wash the car thoroughly and wipe with a clean cloth, to begin with. Apply the rubbing compound to the sun-damaged area of the car with an orbital car polisher. Do this in a circular motion until there is no residue of the compound left on the panel.
To prevent the compound from drying up before you reach other areas, it is advisable to work on small sections at a time before moving on to another.
Clean It Up
After rubbing the affected areas, clean up the car with clean water and a clean cloth to wipe off any compound left. Once the rubbing compound gets dry, you have to clean the area which you have fixed with clean water and a neat cloth.
This also helps you to inspect the areas you have rubbed to see if there are still little spots that you missed out on while rubbing the affected areas.
Seek Professional Assistance
You might need the help of a professional in a situation where the car needs a repaint as they’ll plan out ways to restore the attractive look of your car. Seek professional assistance if the paintwork is cracked or badly damaged.
Trained technicians will come up with a plan to restore the shine of the car paint and also help with evaluating the condition of the paintwork.
If you ever plan to sell your car, you need to preserve its visual appearance as no one will be interested in buying a poor-looking vehicle. Waxing your car at regular intervals will add a layer of protection to your car paint and extend its life.
At On Point Mobile Spray Solutions, we use advanced colour-matching tools to make sure you get the right match. That is why spraying and painting your vehicle should be left to top experts who can get it done right the first time.