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PPG Paint Pointers: Have you checked your spray gun’s fan pattern recently?

11/27/2019

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Have you checked your spray gun’s fan pattern recently?

PPG: Paint Pointers
With the spray gun being a painter’s primary tool, proper gun set up is critical to the final appearance of the material being applied. One important aspect of gun set up is fan pattern. Proper fan pattern can ensure an even film build of the sprayed material, correct drying and curing of the film, and proper adhesion from layer to layer.

You should always check your gun’s fan pattern prior to material application. Holding your gun 6-9” from a piece of masking paper or other flat surface, spray your paint to check for a uniform, elliptical pattern. Other fan patterns can indicate a problem and should be fixed.

Spray Pattern
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PPG Paint Pointers: Make polishing easier with these best practices!

11/19/2019

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PPG Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG

Make polishing easier with these best practices!

While no painter wants to buff every job, oftentimes it is necessary to remove minor imperfections from a newly finished repair. While the buffing process can be a daunting task for some, the following tips can help make the job easier, more consistent and productive.
Clean between steps
  • Cleaning between polishing steps is critical so as to not transfer polish to another step.
  • Left over polish can fill in sand scratches making it appear as if your scratches have been removed.
  • Cleaning with OneChoice® SX103 Multi-Prep™ surface cleaner or SWX350 H2O-So-Clean® waterborne pre-cleaner between polishing steps will let you clearly see if the sand scratches have been removed.
Keep the job area small to reduce cycle time
  • De-nib to keep the area small and easy to manage, focusing on the small spot to be removed.
  • Matching the OE texture is the goal. Avoid over polishing and sanding too flat.
Don’t overload
  • You might think ‘more is better’ but excessive compound and polish can build up in layers, filling and masking sand scratches.
  • Buffing pads are designed to work best with minimal compound. Apply a small amount of compound to the pad and polish until there is none left before adding any more.
Keep pads clean
  • Don’t let your buff pads get caked with compound. At the end of each week, get into the habit of washing your buff pads in warm water, then leave them to dry over the weekend.
  • Avoid contamination by keeping buffing pads and microfiber cloths for each step separate and in zip lock bags.
Work to a best-practice process
  • While everyone may have their own tried and true buffing procedures, it’s always best to follow the compound or polish manufacturers’ recommendations.
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PPG Paint Pointers: Can I mix the new sealers with my current ones?

10/3/2019

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PPG Paint Pointers

Can I mix the new sealers with my current ones?

Can I mix the new sealers with my current ones? PPG Refinish recently launched new sealers in the Envirobase® High Performance and Aquabase® Plus product platforms. The new 8-series sealers, ECS8x and P565-318x, are available in white (G1), gray (G5) and dark gray (G7) and can be blended to achieve various shades of gray.
The question on everybody’s mind is: Can I mix my current ECS2x or ECS6x sealers or P565-312x and P565-314x sealers with the new 8-series to get G3 and G6 shades?
The answer is no. DO NOT mix your current sealers with the new.
Why not?
  • The new 8-series sealers use innovative new resins and are not compatible with the current sealers.
  • Mixing the new 8-series sealers with the 2-series, 4-series, or 6-series sealers will not be VOC complaint in low VOC areas.
  • Mixing the new 8-series sealers with your current sealers will not provide the correct shade of gray for G3 and G6.

So before making the switch to the new sealers, be sure to work down your current inventory!

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PPG Paint Pointers: Have you seen the new UV Primer Collection?

6/7/2019

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PPG Pointers

Have you seen the new UV Primer Collection?

The new UV Primer Collection contains everything you need to perform fast, reliable repairs! The collection contains OneChoice® SUA1080 UV Primer, a highly productive, UV cure primer surfacer that is sandable in as little as 2 minutes! This high build primer is suitable for a wide range of substrates and comes in a convenient aerosol package, making it easy to use and spray. Also included is OneChoice® SXA1081, UV Primer Cleaner, a new handheld UV light, and supporting safety items
  • Cures in 2 minutes with new DEXUVL UV light
  • Convenient aerosol packaging for quick application and clean up
  • Increased productivity - ideal for rapid and small spot repairs
  • High build, direct to metal
  • Highly resistant to shrinkage
  • Transparency of product allows for full through cure
PPG UV Primer Collection
If you’re looking to accelerate small jobs and maintain premium quality, consider bringing the SUA1080 UV Primer into your shop today!
Check out the OneChoice® Product Bulletin OC38 for more complete use and technical information!

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PPG Paint Pointers: Check out the new Modifier Calculator!

5/7/2019

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PPG Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG

Check out the new Modifier Calculator!

Available now is our easy-to-use calculator that helps painters determine how much Envirobase® High Performance T493 or Aquabase® Plus P935-1255 modifier to add into already reduced PPG waterborne basecoat. Check them out here:
View Modifier Calculators

These calculators can also be set up for easy access from your phone! The document below provides step by step instructions on how to get this handy calculator added as a shortcut to your home screen.
Instructions for Mobile
File Size: 2461 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File


We’ve also created a convenient wall chart that can be printed and hung in the mix room! This wall chart is a quick, visual reference for post adding the Modifier to already reduced WB basecoat.
T493 Wall Chart
File Size: 538 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

P935-1255 Wall Chart
File Size: 550 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

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PPG Paint Pointers: Have you seen the Vibrance Collection® Murano™ Pearls?

1/17/2019

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PPG Paint Pointers

Have you seen the Vibrance Collection® Murano™ Pearls?

Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG
Welcome back! I hope everyone had an enjoyable and relaxing holiday season! Paint Pointers is back and ready to provide valuable paint tips throughout the year!

These unique pearls are reminiscent of the old-school Murano pearls that hit the custom car scene back in the 1960’s. Available in gold, red, violet, and blue, each Murano pearl creates a unique color shifting effect that can go from smooth and subtle to brilliant depending on the finish desired. These pigments can be added directly to basecoat, ground coat, or mid-coat to create an exceptional color effect. Check out the supporting color card, VBCS437, to see what these pearls can do!

PPG Vibrance Collection - Murano Pearls
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PPG Pointers: Waterborne Best Practices

11/16/2018

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PPG Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG

Waterborne Best Practices

Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG
Fall has brought a change in weather, and this can often affect how your shop and paint behaves. So let’s review some waterborne best practices to keep your shop at its most productive.
  • Confirm that you have clean, dry air being delivered to your spray gun. Less than 10% humidity is ideal.
  • Inspect booth filters, eliminate any dead zones or poor airflow by changing filters. A good target is 70-75 CFM. Sufficient airflow is key to proper performance of waterborne basecoat.
  • Use Adjuster and Modifier in every mix. This new technology has several benefits including the most robust film properties, a wider application window in humid conditions, and even improved metallic control.
  • Temperature affects viscosity. With the change in season, validate your standard reductions are giving you a spray viscosity of 23-28 seconds in DIN #4 viscosity cup.
  • Use vented spray cups to reduce pressure on the filter screen, which allows for a smooth constant flow of product (no spitting).
  • Fully dehydrate each basecoat layer with airflow over the repair. Airflow ensures evaporation pulls water from the substrate out. Avoid trapping water with heat, which dries from the surface inward.
These Waterborne best practices will help you work smarter not harder!

Read more about the advantages of Waterborne >
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ABRN: The Basics of Basecoat Blending

11/9/2018

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ABRN Auto Body Repair Network Video

The Basics of Basecoat Blending: New Video from PPG

PPG Basics
This short video demonstrates key procedures for creating a blend repair using a solvent-based basecoat system. Includes such tips as:
  • Melting the sealer edge for a smoother transition
  • Creating a “wet bed” using a color blender
  • Application tips
  • And more
By covering the tried-and-true basics of performing spot repairs, this video provides an excellent orientation for the novice painter.

Watch the Video
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PPG Pointers: Keep Your Booth Clean and Your Work Productive!

10/17/2018

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PPG Paint Pointers - Technical Tips From PPG

Keep Your Booth Clean and Your Work Productive!

Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG
A painter uses many tools to produce a quality paint job, and one of the most important is the spray booth. Just like you keep your paint gun clean and well maintained, your spay booth should be given equal attention. Establishing a regular cleaning and preventative maintenance schedule is not only key to prolonging the life of your investment, but keeping your booth efficient and production costs low.
Consider the following to keep your booth performing its best:
  • Follow booth manufacturer’s filter change schedule to keep air flow at its best
  • Use a manometer to keep track of air movement in the booth
  • Keep the booth clean by sweeping, power washing or blowing it out regularly
  • Paint the booth walls or use a removable booth coating to protect it from overspray and maintain booth cleanliness
  • Clean the glass on the lights and replace burned out bulbs to ensure optimal lighting
  • Clean the exhaust stack and exhaust fan annually
Sanding and polishing can be reduced, or even eliminated, by taking the time to clean and maintain your paint booth regularly.
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PPG Paint Pointers: Pre-Primed Parts

9/25/2018

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Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG

Pre-Primed Parts

Paint Pointers - Technical Tips from PPG
The use of plastic parts has increased tremendously in modern vehicles. In some shops, more than 50% of repairs include a bumper cover. Repairing and repainting these parts requires special attention.

Plastic parts that come from the manufacturer pre-primed should always be tested before painting. Painting on top of “unknown” primers can lead to performance concerns such as adhesion between the primer and plastic, compatibility with your topcoats, lifting, and even poor flexibility.

To test the primer, use a clean towel with solvent and rub the part in an inconspicuous area to see if the primer will wipe off. If the primer comes off, remove all of the primer from the plastic part and follow your bare plastic painting process. It’s good practice to remove these sensitive coatings to avoid any potential headaches. With “unknown” primers, it is impossible to know how they may hold up down the road.

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