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Single stage paint restoration

Single stage paint is a great way too go if you're wantting to save some money, but with saving money sometimes can cost you more. You may be wondering why


Stage one paint

does single stage paint oxidized so fast? (dull) Single stage paint is exactly that a single stage there is no clear coat applied after the color. So that means the paint is exposed to direct sunlight and weathering, and will dull in a short period of time. Maintaining single stage paint takes a lot more time.


Stage one paint

About 1985 is when most US manufacturers switched to a base/clear product. Mostly because they were being hit by air quality rules. If you have a vehicle that has single stage paint that's in bad shape depending on who you talk to there could still be hope. In the pictures you can see the dull paint that has been neglected throughout the years left out side under trees. The surface of this stage one paint has mold, bird droppings, and tree sap. Through out the years Mother Nature can really take its toll. With knowledge of paint and knowing what can be done. Removing the dead paint is exactly what is needed a Single stage paint restoration

Stage one paint

First removing tree sap, and mold to get a better look at the extensive damage to the surface of this stage 1 paint on this 71 ford f100. After cleaning the surfaces of each panel carefully rejuvenating the paint after removing dead paint first, the aftermath is almost like glass.



Stage one paint

After removing the dead paint and performing a shinerz polish. We were able to bring back life to this original paint job! Bringing back the life to stage one paint on this 71 Ford F 100 it's not the last step within a few months this paint will oxidize again. So applying ceramic coating will prevent mother nature from taking its toll and protect the shine that you see. With over 20 years experience this job came out great. Customer was extremely happy to have this vehicle looking the way it did, being that it was sentimental and was trusted with shinersz auto detailing to bring it back to life.

Stage one paint

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Stage one paint

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