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Automotive paint

Automotive paint and auto body works.

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Double header (double coat)

Automotive; Automotive paint

The process where two coats are sprayed without waiting for the first to "flash-off". Used to build up a thick layer of paint.

Distinctness of image (DOI)

Automotive; Automotive paint

A measurement of the accuracy of a reflection in a paint film.

Custom painting

Automotive; Automotive paint

Unique painting, frequently with special effects or designs, normally designed by owner of vehicle or individual painting the vehicle.

Blistering

Automotive; Automotive paint

The formation of bubbles or pimples on the painted surface caused by moisture or other contamination, by painting before the previous coat has dried thoroughly, or by excessive heat.

Blushing

Automotive; Automotive paint

A gloss film turning flat or a clear lacquer turning white, usually caused by moisture.

Body filler

Automotive; Automotive paint

An activated polyester type material used on bare substrate or over primer to fill in dents in damaged auto body parts.

Basecoat

Automotive; Automotive paint

Highly pigmented paint which requires a coating of clear for protection, durability and gloss.

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