How and how to paint a car roof rack
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Painting plastic parts has its own subtleties. Some products require the use of a special primer for plastic before applying paints and varnishes. It can be difficult to determine this need on your own.
Often, car owners are interested in how to paint the roof rack of a car that is exposed to negative factors during operation. Painting helps to protect the metal surface from destruction, extend its service life.
How to paint an expeditionary basket on the roof of a car
Before painting the roof rack of a car, you need to choose the materials used. The right paint is easy to apply, long-lasting on the surface.
Trunk painting
It is better to choose from the following dyes:
- Metal paint for exterior finishes. Long lasting, applied with a brush. During operation, the formation of smudges should be avoided.
- Produced in cans. The most affordable option, characterized by quick application. The main drawback of the material is low resistance to mechanical stress. The paint will need to be refreshed frequently.
- Polymer powder. The most reliable coating, resistant to temperature extremes, protecting metal from corrosion, gravel. It is possible to properly paint the roof rack of a car with this material only with special equipment.
Painting plastic parts has its own subtleties. Some products require the use of a special primer for plastic before applying paints and varnishes.
How to properly paint a car expedition basket: work steps
To properly paint the trunk of a car, you need to follow the step-by-step instructions that are suitable for working with any type of coloring product.
Trunk painting process
The staining process goes like this:
- Remove the shipping basket from the machine.
- If the design allows, disassemble it. Individual parts are easier to process and paint.
- Remove rust and traces of grease.
- Apply a metal paint primer.
- Paint the surface first on one side, then on the other. If necessary, the coloring matter is applied in several layers.
Cleaning is carried out with sandpaper, special solutions are used for degreasing: white spirit, kerosene, etc. Rust is removed from the metal with vinegar.
If you correctly follow all the stages of work, use suitable paints and varnishes, then you can easily and quickly paint the trunk of a car with your own hands.
