How to PAINT your wood grain and REMOVAL
03-24-09, 12:02 PM
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I have a black interior car, and would like to blacken it out completely by spraying the woodgrain as well. Did you coat the paint with some enamel, clear coat, or polyurethane? The last time I tried to spray paint something, I didn't do so evenly, any tips on achieving an even spray? Like try not to spray too close to the object? Thanks for this write up!
03-24-09, 12:53 PM
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I did not spray any other type except for the primary color of the paint itself. Just the satin finish black from Krylon Fusion. I made sure there was absolutely no armor all on any part of it. The best way to paint something, is by starting with the sanding. Sanding is the most important. Im my opinion. When you think you sanded it enough, sand some more. Use even strokes with the sandpaper, not round and round. I found out this caused too mant swirls, and then later had to go back with 800 grit to get those swirls out. Use back and forth motion, with not alot of pressure, just even pressure. Once its sanded and cleaned, then you can spray it. Dont get too close, and use even coats of paint. Keep about 6-8 inches from the piece and the nozzle. Do several light coats! Not a bunch of heavy ones! I sprayed each piece about 5 times to achieve the color and tone of it. The pictures you are viewing is without nothing on them. No armor all or anything. Just the color and finish that I was looking for! They do make high gloss, but I thought it would be too much. Just take your time and it will turn out right. Another tip to remember is between each coat, make sure there is no dust or any particles on it before you spray again. Pollen is everywhere now. Lastly, the reason I used this type of paint, is that it sprays well, and looks good. Remember also between each coat that you turn the can upside down and spray it, this is to relieve the air inside the can, and to help keep the nozzle clean! If you notice the paint blotting and you see it not spraying correctly, replace the can, or change out the nozzle. This will assure proper spray and to keep it evenly.
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Thanks fella's for all the compliments.. Keep the posting going... Good luck with all of your color choices and whtever you decide to with it! The most important thing to do is sand, sand, sand, and sand.... Lastly, when you decide to pull the middle wood trim out, do so evenly, NOT just one side, this will help keep from cracking or breaking the center set of vents... Learn form me and my mistakes! Sometimes, super glue is your best friend.
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I used the Satin Finish Krylon Fusion paint from Wal-Mart. They also had high gloss, but I thought it would be too glossy for the matching of the rest of the interior. You can use whatever color you like, but I thought this color scheme was best for the grey interior.
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I try to keep it as clean as possible. I have a little crack on both door panels that need some attention, but other than that it looks pretty clean. I also had all the seats repaired, filled, and resprayed to make it look good again. If this doesnt hold, it will be time to call leatherseats.com, but so far so good. I am happy with what the local guy had done with it... Thanks again for the compliments, and keep the posts coming! I love your LS...
