When it comes to repairing a car, not everyone is able to metal finish. In fact, very few people are. You should always try to get as close to a metal finish as you possibly can before using filler to get the rest. Depending on the material you’re working with, some dents may come out … Read more
A guide coat is a tool that should be used a lot more. I’m guilty of it myself. I’ll be sat struggling on a repair or feeling as if something is not right, but I’ll not use a guide coat. Why? Because I’m an idiot! And normally, after applying and rubbing the guide coat, the … Read more
There are 3 main reasons why you’d need to remove Bondo. Either you’re restoring a car, fixing a previous repair, or have applied filler poorly. Knowing how to remove Bondo quickly will speed up your projects and any reworks you may do. The following methods are the quickest and safest ways of removing body filler … Read more
Glaze & Glazing Putty is a fine body filler ideal for spot repairs, small dents, and skim coats. It’s the perfect product for filling minor dents, scratches, and pinholes. Glaze works on metal, body filler, fiberglass, wood, and even painted or primed surfaces. Most, if not all modern glazes come as a 2-part system and … Read more
The idea of taking sandpaper to a car can be terrifying. Using the wrong paper could result in getting the car repainted, which isn’t cheap. However, if your car has a dent or paint defect, it’ll need some sanding or refinishing to fix it. In this article, I will teach you everything I know about … Read more
The best sanding block for auto body work doesn’t exist. There isn’t one block that’s going to rub your filler perfect every time. As you do more and more repairs, you’ll find out that you’re actually using many blocks for one repair. Having the right sanding blocks can be the difference between a repair being … Read more
Being someone that works in the trade, I find myself using a DA Sander every single day. As an autobody technician or even as a DIYer, you’ll need a sander to remove paint. Choosing the right DA will not only help you to get your job done quicker but will also keep you safe while … Read more
If you’re brand new to paintless dent repair there are only three things you need to get started. I recommend that beginners do some research before investing in paintless dent repair. Learn what the job actually entails, as it can be very frustrating and tedious. The second thing you’ll need is a car to work … Read more