5 Reasons to Have a Pro Paint Your Car

Going to a paint or auto supply store and buying the first can or jar that you see sitting on the shelf might not give you the look you need. A professional auto paint and repair shop has experience with different types and brands of paints.

Unlike you (who has little to no experience in this area), this isn't the first time they've painted a car. The experts have the know-how needed to pick a quality product that will not only improve your car's appearance but also last the test of time.

Just because your car is 'red' doesn't necessarily mean it's all one color. Slapping on what looks like red paint may result in a noticeable line where your novice paint job ends and the rest of your car's color begins.

A professional auto paint expert can match the exact color and sheen that your car originally had. Along with this, they are also able to blend the new color. This creates a continuous look. In other words, you won't see a noticeable line or scratch area.

Do you know how to prep your car for painting? If you answered either "no" or "I'm not really sure," then you probably don't want to paint to paint your car yourself. Prepping the surface is absolutely essential. Simply painting on the existing area may mean that the paint won't look smooth or won't stick (at least not in the long-term).

The pros know how to sand the area and prime it before the painting process begins. They also have the correct type of sanding equipment and know which primer (and how much of it) to use for your car.

After the surface is ready, the experts also know how to keep the rest of your car safe. You don't need a full paint job. That means there are areas that won't need color. You don't want to accidentally paint over existing paint or a surface that hasn't been prepped. You also don't want to get paint on trim areas, headlights or the windows/windshield.

Along with not having the right sanding machinery, it's not likely that a DIY at-home car painter has the correct equipment for applying the paint. Professional painters have spray equipment that will evenly and efficiently coat the car. Going at that scratch with your child's art paintbrush isn't the way to get a quality finish.

The pros don't just have the correct application equipment. They also have the necessary safety equipment. Beyond that, they have experience and training in health and safety practices. Auto paint is highly toxic.

Unlike the no-VOC paints that you use in your home, car paint is typically much too toxic for the average “DIYer” to use on their own. Using the paint incorrectly or without safety gear can cause serious respiratory and health problems – especially if the paint is inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

Aside from the health issues, releasing the paint vapors into the air is dangerous for the environment. The pros know how to keep the environmental exposure to a minimum and have the knowledge necessary to properly dispose of leftover paint products. 

Do you need a pro to repaint your car? Don't try to fix a scratch or other damaged area by yourself. Call the professionals at Coats Auto Body & Paint.