How to Prevent CRATERING IN AUTOMOTIVE PAINT – SINNEK
With this video you will learn how to solve the cratering defect in car paint and the causes for which it appears.
What is cratering in car paint? Cratering is one of the most common defect in the repainting process. Almost certainly, most professional painters have had to deal with this painting defect at some point.
Craters are defects in car refinishing that appear in intermediate layers and above all in the finish, giving rise to circular cavities that are very similar to the shape of a crater.
In some cases, impurities can also be observed in the center of the crater.
Causes for the appearance of cratering:
1. Inappropriate cleaning of the surface
2. Environmental pollution, mainly by silicones
3. Presence of water or oil in the compressed air
4. Dirt on application equipment
5. Lack of maintenance of the spray booth