Does Spray Paint on a Car Affect the Original Paint?
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Spray paint on a car can have a certain corrosive effect on the original paint. Here is some relevant information: 1. Standard Paint: Standard paint is the most common type used for vehicles. It is characterized by low cost and simple application, but it has poor gloss and surface hardness, making it particularly prone to scratches. Therefore, it is rarely used on passenger cars nowadays, and if it is, it is typically on lower-end models. It is most commonly used on trucks and buses. 2. Metallic Paint: Metallic paint is created by adding aluminum powder to standard paint, giving it a shiny appearance. The key feature of metallic paint is not just its high brightness, but also its significantly higher hardness compared to standard paint. Ordinary objects are less likely to scratch it, which is why it is widely used on cars, especially high-end models.
Last week, I parked my car near a construction site and came back to find the hood splattered with blue paint. Thinking it was a minor issue, I wiped it off with a cloth, but the next day, dark spots appeared on the original paint, as if it had been eaten away. A mechanic told me that the paint solvents might contain strong chemicals that can corrode the car's surface. If not treated promptly, it not only looks bad but also accelerates aging, damaging the paint's gloss. Later, I spent some money at a professional car wash where they used special solvents to remove the paint and polished it to restore the finish. My advice is, if you encounter a similar situation, don't try to handle it yourself—take it to a professional shop immediately to avoid greater damage. Also, try to avoid parking near construction zones to prevent unnecessary harm.
