How Long Does It Take for Car Paint to Dry After Spraying?
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How long it takes for car paint to dry after spraying is generally directly related to the season. In winter, using a fast-drying hardener, it takes more than three hours without heating, and less than two hours with heating. In summer, using a standard hardener, it takes about one and a half hours without heating and around forty minutes with heating. It is best not to use heating in summer as the paint surface is prone to blistering. Maintenance precautions are as follows: 1. Before using the vehicle, promptly remove dust from the body to reduce the adsorption of dust by static electricity on the car. 2. After rain, rinse the car promptly because the concentration of acidic substances in rain spots on the car body increases significantly. If not cleaned in time, it can easily damage the car paint. 3. When washing the car, ensure the engine is cooled down first. Avoid washing the car under direct sunlight, as the detergent can easily leave marks on the paint when dried. When washing the car yourself, use specialized neutral running water and avoid using highly alkaline soap water to prevent washing away the oils in the paint. At a car wash, do not let the attendant use wax-removing detergent, as it can harm the paint surface. In coastal areas or regions with severe pollution, rinse your car daily. 4. When wiping the car, use a clean, soft sponge and ensure it does not contain metal shavings or sand particles. Avoid using dry cloths or towels to prevent scratches. Wipe gently in the direction of water flow from top to bottom, not in circles or horizontally. 5. If substances like asphalt or bird droppings fall on the car surface, remove them promptly as these contaminants are highly corrosive.
