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Can you fix clear coat peeling?

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Can you fix clear coat peeling?

Unfortunately, there’s no way to restore a clear coat once it has begun peeling. You’ll need to have an auto body shop strip and repaint your car. If your clear coat has been neglected badly enough to peel in some areas, you’ll still need to have the entire car repainted so that the color and finish match throughout.

How do you get rid of flaky clear coat?

Use a heavy sandpaper (800 grit should be fine) to scuff off the large flakes of clear coat first. Then start around the edges of the damaged area and move into the center. Be gentle as you get closer to the edges of the damaged area.

Why is my clear coat peeling?

When a car’s clear coat begins to peel, the majority of the time it is due to piss-poor automotive detailing routines (or none whatsoever), exposure to the elements, and contact with harsh chemicals and cleaning agents.

Can you spray clear coat over clear coat?

– Clear coat can be applied over existing clear coat, as long as it is good condition. If old clear coat is de-laminating, or otherwise damaged, it is best to remove it all and start over with a base coat.

Can you sand clear coat and respray?

The bad news is, you can’t just sand for adhesion and respray clear coat. Modern urethane paints are thermoset paints. This means that once they “dry” they won’t flow again. The clear coat creates a strong chemical bond with the still slightly “wet” paint and locks in.

Can clear coat be restored?

Faded and heavily oxidized paint can often be restored (to a point). Whether it’s possible depends on a few factors including your paint’s color. But, often it simply comes down to the condition of the clear coat finish. Restoration is only doable up to the point where clear coat failure begins (blotchy white areas).

Can I spray clear coat over clear coat?

How do you reapply clear coat?

To apply the new coat, hold your clear coat aerosol 8 inches away from the area and spray on your first coat. Apply 3 layers of clear coat, letting it dry for 10 minutes between coats. After 2-3 days, sand the area with damp 1500-grit paper to blend it with the old coat.