More painting advise needed

[cbmeeks]

Ok, I want my cab to feel super smooth and slick.

Is this the way to do it:

1) Sand until smooth

2) Prime

3) Paint

4) Sand ultra-fine

5) Paint 2nd coat

Please note I can barely afford the paint and primer so spray guns, laminet, etc wouldn't be possible.

Thanks!

cb

[REBIRTH]

That is the way to do it.  Sometimes you may want to sand again and put 1 more coat of paint on, but you should be OK with your steps.

[Rawker]

sand
prime
sand
paint
paint

don't sand paint lol

[dirt]

sand
prime
sand
paint
paint

don't sand paint lol

actually you do sand between coats of paint. just make sure to use a high grit sandpaper and do it lightly.



dirt

[danny_galaga]

i dont know about the US, but in Australia you can get an MDF primer. if youre building in MDF i thoroughly recommend it. its extra thick so it fills in faster. use the finest foam roller you can find for both primer and paint too. This is how mine turned out. The stool was done in the same way

[Rawker]

actually you don't because it weakens the paint by creating a layer between the two coats which will cause it to be less durable and more susceptible to chipping.

sand
prime
sand
paint
paint

don't sand paint lol

actually you do sand between coats of paint. just make sure to use a high grit sandpaper and do it lightly.



dirt

[stevejt]

Some people sand between coats, some don't.  I don't.  If it's prepped correctly there is no need.  The important thing-  Make sure the spray paint has a fan nozzle, not one of those round spray patterns.  I have gotten mirror finishes with black, and dark blue with duplicolor brand "body panel" (has fan spray pattern) paint.  Auto part stores sell it, but so does wall mart (cheapest), and k mart.  Also, it might help if you release the button between sprays.  That will stop any running at the end of each spray, like alot of people get.

Steve