Water spotting


Circles with raised edges or whitish spots resembling the various shapes of water droplets appear on the surface of the paint film.

waterspotting ofof paintCause:

  1. Allowing water to come into contact with a finish that is not thoroughly dried or cured.
  2. Washing finish in direct sunlight.

Repair:

  1. Wipe with a damp cloth, then polish.
  2. Or, compound and polish.
  3. Or, sand smooth with 1500-2000 grit sandpaper, compound and polish to
  4. Or, sand and refinish.

Prevention:

  1. Do not allow water to come into contact with newly painted finish.
  2. If a new finish does get wet, dry immediately with a soft cloth.
  3. Wash new finishes in the shade and wipe dry.
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