How long after vehicle painting can it be exposed to water?

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Conventional paint repairs require nearly a week before the vehicle can be washed or exposed to rain, but paint repaired using rapid repair technology can be washed just one hour after leaving the workshop, and even polished. Below are relevant details: 1. Painting process: If done at a 4S dealership, it typically takes 2-3 days. The vehicle can be washed immediately upon delivery because proper baking procedures are followed. At ordinary repair shops, the car can be collected within a day, but washing or rain exposure should be avoided for at least 24 hours, preferably 48 hours. 2. Cured protective film: The paint forms a cured protective film after complete drying. Premature water exposure compromises this film's effectiveness and glossiness. If water contacts the protective layer prematurely, the paint may develop cracks over time.